Dry Docking Services — Sri Lanka
Planned dry docking, pre-dock planning and full dock coordination across Colombo, Galle and Hambantota. Arc Ship manages contractors, QA, Class liaison and post-dock commissioning so your yard window is used efficiently.
We coordinate everything from pre-dock inspections and scope definition to contractor scheduling, painting, NDT and Class handover.
Dry dock planning & coordination — what we do
Dry docking is a critical event — it’s where major inspections, repairs and renewals happen. Arc Ship provides pragmatic project management to ensure dock time is productive, cost-effective and fully documented for Class and audits.
Core dry docking services
- Pre-dock survey & scope definition — identify required works, parts list and critical path.
- Dock booking & schedule optimisation — secure dry dock windows and align contractor availability.
- Contractor selection & management — vetted contractors, tender management and contractual oversight.
- QA supervision & NDT — on-site QA, NDT supervision, welding checks and test documentation for Class.
- Surface treatment & painting — hull blasting, coatings, and antifouling application coordination.
- Post-dock commissioning — sea trials, alignment checks, re-certification and handover packs.
Typical dock timeline (summary)
- Pre-dock planning: survey, scope, procurement and schedule.
- Dock works: hull structure, coatings, shaft & rudder works, sea chest and sea valve servicing.
- Testing & QA: NDT, pressure tests, alignment and painting sign-offs.
- Re-launch & commission: sea trials and Class handover documentation.
Class-experienced supervision — NDT & sign-off readiness
Contractor network — local & specialised vendors
Parts & logistics — bonded delivery and expedited spares handling
For a smooth docking, consider these complementary services:
Docking delivered — short case
An anonymised example of a coordinated dry docking:
A 15-day scheduled dry dock for a bulker involved hull renewal, sea chest repairs and propeller polishing. Arc Ship coordinated contractors, supervised NDT and ensured Class sign-off. All key milestones were met and the vessel completed sea trials successfully.
Outcome: on-time delivery, reduced punch-list and documented handover pack.
Frequently asked — Dry docking Sri Lanka
How far in advance should I plan a dry dock?
Ideally 8–12 weeks for major docks (to secure dock slots and spares). Smaller touch-up docks can be planned much faster depending on availability.
Do you manage painting and coating works?
Yes — we coordinate blasting, coating systems, antifouling and final paint sign-off with QA checks and records.
Can you prepare the Class dossier?
Yes — we prepare and compile NDT reports, WPS/WPQ records, repair reports and the full handover pack for Class submission.
Plan your dry dock — Contact Arc Ship
Share vessel LOA, scope (brief), preferred windows and port choice — we’ll prepare a docking plan and indicative estimate.