Dry Dock

For larger jobs, there is our floating dry dock. “Providence” is the only floating dry dock in Boston Harbor and is ready to service a variety of commercial and private vessels up to 500 tons.

500-ton floating dry dock at Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina

Overview

Providence is our state-of-the-art, 500-ton steel floating dry dock, purpose-built to support a wide range of marine maintenance and repair operations. Built in 2021 by Conrad Shipyards and engineered by JMS Naval Architects, this robust dry dock was designed in strict compliance with the "Rules for Building and Classing Steel Floating Dry Docks 2020." With modern engineering and thoughtful design, Providence delivers reliable performance, durability, and safety for vessels under service.

 

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Floating dry dock at Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina

Specifications

  • Name: Providence
  • Type: Steel Floating Dry Dock
  • Built By: Conrad Shipyards
  • Designed By: JMS Naval Architects
  • Year Built: 2021
  • Class Rules: Not Classed. Built under “ABS Rules for Building and Classing Steel Floating Dry Docks 2020"
  • Lifting Capacity: 500 tons
  • Length Overall: 120 feet
  • Width Overall: 60 feet
  • Depth: 6 feet
  • Max Vessel Draft: 10’ 6” (12’ 6” Draft can be Accommodated with Extra Notice)
  • Vessel Width: 46’ between Wing Walls

Services & Capabilities

We offer a full range of support services to complement dry docking operations and keep your projects moving efficiently:

  • Forklifts:
    • 10,000 lb Forklift
    • Telescoping Forklift (Lull)
  • Crane:
    • 55-ton Crane (Planned for Future Purchase)
  • Utility Services:
    • Shore Power: 120V / 208V / 480V service (Call to Confirm Exact Needs)
    • Water Hookups Available
  • Marine Support:
    • Push Boat Assistance
    • Work Barge Space for Staging and Operations
  • Onsite Services:
    • Painting
    • Cleaning
    • Welding
    • Custom Fabrication
    • Dumpster Access
    • 24/7 Security and Video Monitoring

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