Now another huge piece of cargo has been added to that list of feats after a 432-tonne mobile crane was delivered to Portico.
The £3m lifting device was made in the Netherlands and will help the city port’s cargo operations by shifting as much as 250 tonnes per lift.
These pictures taken by Brian Gibbs, from Southsea, and Portsmouth City Council, document the giant’s arrival in the city.
You can our story on its arrival by clicking here.
1. Portico's £3m crane is delivered
Meri arrives in Portsmouth Harbour with Portico's crane. Photo: Brian Gibbs
2. Portico's £3m crane is delivered
Meri departs Portsmouth the following day, having delivered Portico's crane. Photo: Brian Gibbs
3. Portico's £3m crane is delivered
The 432-tonne mobile harbour crane arrives in Portsmouth Harbour. Photo: Portsmouth City Council
4. Portico's £3m crane is delivered
A close-up of the crane being taken to Portico as it arrives in Portsmouth. Photo: Brian Gibbs