Gardec SDS
Dry dock
The most innovative and robust floating dry dock in Western Europe.
Since 2020, Gardec has been operating the most modern floating dry dock in Western Europe, built entirely in-house. This significant investment increased our lifting capacity from 600 to 3.000 tons, offering solutions for all maintenance, renewal, and repair works required during docking periods for workboats, dredgers, tugs, fishing vessels, and pontoons.
No matter the assignment, our experienced dockworkers, technicians, and welders ensure that every vessel is serviced efficiently and with the highest quality, minimizing downtime.
Maximum ship dimensions
| Length overall | 90m |
| Width/ Beam | 22m |
| Draft | 6,85m |
Advanced Features
- Fully redundant valve and pump system
- Local and remote operation with a 24/7 remote alarm system
- Continuous FiFi firefighting installation for dock and ship
- 24/7 camera surveillance
- Systems for working air and freshwater supply
- Wind shield and retractable gate
- Slipway for aerial work platforms, trailers, and cranes
- Propeller pits for easy dismantling of rudder propellers
Dry dock services
- Propulsion and steering maintenance
From propellors and rudders to rudder stocks and thrusters, we perform all necessary inspections and repairs. - Complete propulsion system replacement.
- Hull maintenance
Thorough cleaning, sanding, and painting to optimize wear and corrosion resistance. - Collision repairs
Restoration of hull plating, fender damage, and pipeline repairs. - Steel construction repairs and renewals.
- Refits and accommodation renovations
Custom solutions for ship extensions, modernizations, and refurbishments.
- Dismantling and inspection of ship cranes
- Replacement of measurement equipment
The replacement of measuring equipment and blister holders on the ship’s hull is carried out according to the strictest standards. - Engine and pump maintenance
Overhaul and maintenance of marine engines and pumps for reliable operation.
- Exhaust system renewal
Upgrades to meet the latest emission standards.
Compliance with maritime classification requirements
Ships approved under a maritime class must undergo docking at least every 2,5 years. After five years, rudders, rudder stocks, and thrusters require dismantling for wear inspection. Our specialists ensure that this process runs smoothly and complies with all legal standards.
Example project: MV Simon Stevin
As part of a five-yearly dry-docking inspection, extensive maintenance tasks were performed onboard the Flemish Community’s research vessel. Key tasks included: installing a new blister for measurement equipment, repairing collision damage to the bow, dismantling and inspecting propellors, rudders, and thruster shafts with specialized bearings of the diesel-electric powered ship.
The entire worklist was completed within the set deadline.
