Dry Docking Services

Dry Docking Services & Technical SupportSolutions for vessel maintenance, upgrades and major repairs 

SYM Naval delivers flexible dry docking services suited to the operational needs of each vessel. In the Caribbean, we perform controlled dry docking on land using a certified airbag haul-out system at our Boca Chica shipyard—an efficient and cost-effective solution for hull treatment, propulsion work and structural repairs.

For projects requiring traditional dry docks, we act as your technical partner in certified shipyards across Europe and Latin America. Our multidisciplinary teams ensure precise execution under Class supervision, coordinating every stage to reduce downtime and keep vessels safe, compliant and fully operational.

Airbag System

Proprietary ramp and pneumatic airbag system for safe, flexible vessel dry docking in the Caribbean.

Technical Hardstanding

Fully equipped land-based area for hull treatment, propulsion maintenance and structural repairs.

Mobile Expertise

Experienced dry docking technicians ready to integrate into shipyards worldwide for complex repairs.

Multidisciplinary Teams

Specialists in steel renewal, hydraulics, mechanics and electrical systems under Class supervision.

Dry Docking in the CaribbeanControlled dry docking at our Boca Chica shipyard

Our Dominican Republic shipyard performs controlled dry docking on land using a certified pneumatic airbag system. Vessels are safely hauled out and transferred onto a dedicated hardstanding area where we carry out hull treatment, coatings, propulsion work, valve inspections and repairs to underwater components.

This flexible and cost-efficient method offers a reliable alternative to traditional dry dock availability in the Caribbean, ideal for tugboats, port-service fleets and other harbour vessels. Each operation is managed end-to-end by our technical teams—ensuring precision, safety and full compliance with Class requirements.

Dry Dock Technical AssistanceCertified mobile teams for global dry dock projects

SYM Naval acts as a technical partner for shipowners and cruise operators carrying out dry dock repairs outside their home region. Our certified mobile teams integrate smoothly with shipyards anywhere in the world, ensuring that every phase of the project is executed under our engineering criteria and quality standards.

We oversee critical-path activities such as steelworks, piping renewals, shaft and propulsion overhauls, mechanical repairs and electrical system upgrades. Through close coordination with shipyard supervisors and Class surveyors, we guarantee compliant, safe and precisely executed results, delivering the same reliability abroad as in our own facilities.

Explore our full ship repair capabilitiesDownload the repair services catalogue to access detailed scopes and technical capabilities.