Dry Dock Magazine

The prevention of biofouling is a hot topic in shipping generally and for regulators in particular. Biocidal antifouling coatings containing active substances that control the growth of unwanted organisms can …

Philippos Sfiris, Head of Market Strategy and Vessel Performance, GIT Coatings looks at a new model for sustainable hull performance with the results obtained after a gas carrier completes a …

Lefteris Karaminas, Global Sustainability Manager, ABS talks to DryDock about the latest industry-leading analysis from ABS, Retrofits for Energy and Emissions Improvements, which provides critical insights into the impact of …

As the maritime industry enters a new year, technology group Wärtsilä has identified four important trends that will affect global shipping in 2026. From the rise of digitalisation and big …

Navantia Shiprepairs offers more locations and increased flexibility Donato Martinez has been CEO of Navantia UK since May this year. He was previously Chief Technology and Strategy Officer at Navantia, …

Most, if not all, premature coatings failures are due to improper surface preparation and incorrect application procedures, explains Ewout Bosman, PPG Global Marine Seastock Segment Director, Protective and Marine Coatings. …

Spotlight on the Mediterranean and Black Sea Besiktas Shipyard reinforces its LNG focus, substantial investment at Hat-San, Constanta Shipyard goes green, Gibdock raises its OSV profile and a mixed bag …

Navantia Shiprepairs offers more locations and increased flexibility Donata Martinez has been CEO of Navantia UK since May this year. He was previously Chief Technology and Strategy Officer at Navantia, …

Powering performance in the Middle East Drydocks World’s current programme showcases its engineering expertise, operational scale and consistent delivery of complex maritime projects, demonstrating a commitment to raising industry standards, …

The spectacular Europort issue of DryDock is now live In FACE THE FACTS, Donata Martinez, CEO of Navantia UK talks about the acquisition of Harland & Wolff’s facilities in Belfast, …

Subsea Global Solutions, the leading global provider of underwater repair, maintenance, and marine services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Harun Duzgoren as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Duzgoren …

Gibdock has completed a series of high-profile offshore support vessel (OSV) projects in recent months to consolidate its reputation for delivering exceptional and timely service to the offshore industry. In …

Meyer RE has established a strategic partnership with Everllence to advance methanol retrofit solutions in the maritime industry. This partnership marks a significant step towards reducing the sector’s carbon footprint …

Elcome International has signed a milestone agreement with a Middle East-based shipowner to retrofit boiler control systems to a mix of ten crude tankers and product carriers. The deal, which …

Wärtsilä has been selected as the electrical integrator for a major battery hybrid extension project for the Wasaline ROPAX ferry Aurora Botnia. The project will increase the ship’s battery capacity …

Wärtsilä has been selected as the electrical integrator for a major battery hybrid extension project for the Wasaline ROPAX ferry Aurora Botnia. The project will increase the ship’s battery capacity …

Elcome International has signed a milestone agreement with a Middle East-based shipowner to retrofit boiler control systems to a mix of ten crude tankers and product carriers. The deal, which …

Meyer RE has established a strategic partnership with Everllence to advance methanol retrofit solutions in the maritime industry. This partnership marks a significant step towards reducing the sector’s carbon footprint …

MarineShaft recently showed off its talent by completing a successful on-site service job in Iceland and a comprehensive case involving both in-house rudder repair and manufacturing of rudder components, combined …

MarineShaft recently showed off its talent by completing a successful on-site service job in Iceland and a comprehensive case involving both in-house rudder repair and manufacturing of rudder components, combined …

Seatrium has been awarded an FSRU conversion contract by Kinetics, an energy transition initiative by global floating power leader Karpowership. This award follows Kinetics’ confirmation of the option for a …

Following extensive and successful trials, Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque has taken delivery of five AMBPR Autonomous Mobile Blast & Paint Robots The robots are designed for shipyard use and offer the …

PPG has completed the 100th dry docking performed using electrostatic coating application for marine hull coatings. PPG completed the project on the Colossus, a 287m bulk carrier owned by Enterprises …

Steve Bee, VPS Group Marketing & Strategic Projects Director, explains how fuel system check monitoring will reduce engine damage risks, save time and money. Statistically, data indicates that a vessel …

Steve Bee, VPS Group Marketing & Strategic Projects Director, explains how fuel system check monitoring will reduce engine damage risks, save time and money. Statistically, data indicates that a vessel …

PPG has completed the 100th dry docking performed using electrostatic coating application for marine hull coatings. PPG completed the project on the Colossus, a 287m bulk carrier owned by Enterprises …

Following extensive and successful trials, Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque has taken delivery of five AMBPR Autonomous Mobile Blast & Paint Robots The robots are designed for shipyard use and offer the …

Gibdock has completed a significant assignment in the offshore market, after Technip entrusted the Gibraltar yard with the repair and renewal of Deep Blue – the flagship in its specialised …

Check out the Nor-Shipping issue of DryDock magazine In FACE THE FACTS, John Mangano, Senior Sales Manager at Hempel A/S, talks about how Hempaguard Ultima, Hempel’s groundbreaking new two-layer coating …

Powering the future of maritime repair As global shipping faces rapidly shifting demands and mounting pressure to decarbonise, Drydocks World is positioning itself as a key player in the transition. …

Setting new standards for cruise coatings As the maritime industry faces mounting pressure to decarbonise, cruise operators are increasingly turning to innovative solutions that balance operational efficiency with environmental performance …

Spotlight on the Nordics Nor-Shipping, ship repair and conversion at the Northern tip of Europe, Scandlines sees its hybrid ferry optimised, Wärtsilä signs an agreement with Viking Line and expands …

BLRT Repair Yard Klaipeda, Lithuania, recently took on the ambitious conversion of VC Logistic Operations’ bulk carrier Zina for transhipment operations. This extensive project redefined Zina’s capabilities, preparing it for …

Retrofit propeller blades can ensure EEXI compliance In order to reduce and ultimately eliminate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships, the IMO has launched a series of regulatory measures, bundled …

At a recent ceremony in China, MAN Energy Solutions signed a framework agreement with COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co, Ltd. (CHI) regarding a future cooperation on decarbonisation retrofit projects. Michael …

Value Maritime (VM), a pioneer in emissions-reducing maritime technology, has successfully installed its unique Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS) and Carbon Capture unit aboard Nexus Victoria, a 75,000dwt LR1 product …

Seatrium has been awarded an FSRU conversion contract by Kinetics, an energy transition initiative by global floating power leader Karpowership. This award follows Kinetics’ confirmation of the option for a …

Foreship UK surpasses 100 project milestone Foreship UK has completed its 100th project, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of the naval architecture and marine engineering firm’s UK presence …

Gibdock has completed a significant assignment in the offshore market, after Technip entrusted the Gibraltar yard with the repair and renewal of Deep Blue – the flagship in its specialised …

Check out the Nor-Shipping issue of DryDock magazine In FACE THE FACTS, John Mangano, Senior Sales Manager at Hempel A/S, talks about how Hempaguard Ultima, Hempel’s groundbreaking new two-layer coating …

Powering the future of maritime repair As global shipping faces rapidly shifting demands and mounting pressure to decarbonise, Drydocks World is positioning itself as a key player in the transition. …

Setting new standards for cruise coatings As the maritime industry faces mounting pressure to decarbonise, cruise operators are increasingly turning to innovative solutions that balance operational efficiency with environmental performance …

Spotlight on the Nordics Nor-Shipping, ship repair and conversion at the Northern tip of Europe, Scandlines sees its hybrid ferry optimised, Wärtsilä signs an agreement with Viking Line and expands …

Value Maritime (VM), a pioneer in emissions-reducing maritime technology, has successfully installed its unique Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS) and Carbon Capture unit aboard Nexus Victoria, a 75,000dwt LR1 product …

At a recent ceremony in China, MAN Energy Solutions signed a framework agreement with COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co, Ltd. (CHI) regarding a future cooperation on decarbonisation retrofit projects. Michael …

Retrofit propeller blades can ensure EEXI compliance In order to reduce and ultimately eliminate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships, the IMO has launched a series of regulatory measures, bundled …

BLRT Repair Yard Klaipeda, Lithuania, recently took on the ambitious conversion of VC Logistic Operations’ bulk carrier Zina for transhipment operations. This extensive project redefined Zina’s capabilities, preparing it for …

Spotlight on the Nordics Nor-Shipping, ship repair and conversion at the Northern tip of Europe, Scandlines sees its hybrid ferry optimised, Wärtsilä signs an agreement with Viking Line and expands …

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has achieved another step towards establishing a legally binding framework to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships globally, aiming for net-zero emissions by or …

Wärtsilä upgrade package expected to deliver potential CO2 emissions savings of over 1,500 tons annually for two Ulusoy bulk carriers Technology group Wärtsilä will upgrade the Wärtsilä RT-flex main engines …