Poseidon Jackup was born from a simple idea: bring world-class modular jack-up technology to the United States and do it the right way.

For decades, Combifloat in the Netherlands has been setting the global standard for modular floating and self-elevating platforms. Their innovative systems are trusted around the world for ports, bridges, energy, and offshore construction.

At the same time, Poseidon Barge built a reputation in the United States as the go-to source for sectional barges. With American manufacturing, ISO-certified fabrication, and a nationwide network, Poseidon became a trusted partner to contractors on inland waterways and coastal projects alike.

When these two leaders came together, the vision was clear: combine Combifloat’s engineering expertise with Poseidon’s U.S. strength to create a Jones Act-compliant modular jack-up solution for American contractors.

That collaboration became Poseidon Jackup. This is a joint venture also backed by Marine Equipment Solutions (MES), the parent company uniting Poseidon Barge, Rasmussen, Portadam, and Pacific Gulf Wire Rope under one family.

In September 2025, Poseidon Jackup officially launched, introducing purpose-built jack-up barge systems designed specifically for the North American market. With Jones Act approval, these platforms are not just engineered for performance they’re built, owned, and operated in the U.S., ensuring compliance and reliability from day one.

“The launch of our joint venture with Poseidon marks a significant milestone for Combifloat Group as we expand our footprint into the United States and Canada. This partnership combines Poseidon’s strong presence in North America with our proven expertise in modular jack-up and floating solutions, enabling us to deliver unparalleled value to clients in the marine and offshore sectors. Together, we are committed to setting new standards in operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability, while supporting the growing demand for infrastructure and energy projects across North America.” said Jaap Jan Pietersen CEO.

As Dan Ellis, President of MES, put it: “Poseidon Jackup allows us to support more complex marine operations with the same standards of safety, quality, and performance that define everything we do.”

Our flagship system, the MES-C7 Self-Elevating Sectional Barge, delivers unmatched stability, versatility, and load capacity. It’s modular, transportable, and ready to tackle projects in inland waterways, ports, and coastal environments.

Poseidon Jackup is more than equipment. It’s a partnership, a promise, and a platform for building the future of American marine infrastructure one solution, one team, and one brand at a time.