Alfa Laval UK has enhanced dry-docking support for shipowners by introducing pre-docking audits and customized spare parts packages. This initiative aims to minimize turnaround times and maximize fleet uptime, transforming dry-docking into an opportunity for improved performance through better planning and tailored maintenance, ultimately reducing costs and enhancing operational efficiency.
The National Technology Center for Ports, Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC) at IIT Madras is designing the Patna Dry Dock, crucial for vessel maintenance between Kolkata and Varanasi. Expected by March 2026, this facility will significantly cut transport costs and boost regional employment, enhancing trade and tourism along the Ganga region.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd is constructing India’s largest floating dry dock at Nhava Island near Mumbai as part of a Rs 5,000 crore expansion plan. The 180-meter long dock, capable of accommodating vessels up to 12,800 tons, will enhance shipbuilding capacity, supporting large orders and simultaneous docking of eight ships.
