At Silverstar Marine (SSM), we offer dry docking services designed to maintain and enhance the operational efficiency of your vessels.

Serving ships up to 100 meters in length, our facilities in Henderson, Western Australia, are equipped to handle any commercial ship repair, ensuring your vessel remains safe, compliant and ready for operation.​

Our Dry Docking Capabilities

SSM primarily utilises the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) Common User Facility (CUF) for dry dock repair. We do, however, have access to several other ship repair yards should you prefer a different solution. The AMC CUF floating dock boasts the following specifications:​

Our Dry Docking Capabilities

SSM primarily utilises the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) Common User Facility (CUF) for dry dock repair. We do, however, have access to several other ship repair yards should you prefer a different solution. The AMC CUF floating dock boasts the following specifications:​

  • Length Overall: 102.3 meters​

  • Width Inside Sidewalls: 44.0 meters​

  • Maximum Allowable Vessel Draft: 9.2 meters​

  • Lifting Capacity: 12,000 tonnes​

To further enhance our efficiency, SSM has expanded our dry docking encapsulation from 35 meters to 55 meters. This gives us capacity for double docking.

These capabilities allow us to accommodate a diverse range of vessels, from tugboats to larger commercial ships.

Comprehensive Dry Docking Services

With a team of experienced professionals, SSM is able to perform a variety of services during dry docking, including:

  • Hull Cleaning: Removing marine growth and debris to improve fuel efficiency and performance.​

  • Blasting and Painting: Surface preparation and application of protective coatings to prevent corrosion.​

  • Structural Steel Work: Repairing or replacing structural components to maintain vessel integrity.​

  • Pipe Fitting and Valve Repairs/Replacements: Ensuring the reliability of onboard piping systems.​

  • Hull Cleaning: Removing marine growth and debris to improve fuel efficiency and performance.​

  • Blasting and Painting: Surface preparation and application of protective coatings to prevent corrosion.​

  • Structural Steel Work: Repairing or replacing structural components to maintain vessel integrity.​

  • Pipe Fitting and Valve Repairs/Replacements: Ensuring the reliability of onboard piping systems.​

We also specialise in tug boat maintenance, working within the unique requirements of these critical vessels. ​

Why Go With Dry Docking?

Dry docking offers efficient vessel maintenance, allowing for thorough inspections, repairs and preventative works while ensuring compliance with relevant standards. At Silverstar Marine, we leverage dry docking to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions to our clients. Some of the benefits include:

  • Increased Operational Efficiency: Dry docking allows for full hull inspections, propulsion system servicing and structural repairs in a controlled environment. This ensures vessels return to service in peak condition, improving fuel efficiency and overall performance.

  • Cost Savings and Long-Term Durability: Preventative maintenance, such as hull cleaning, anti-fouling applications and corrosion control, helps reduce long-term repair costs. Addressing these issues in dry dock prevents costly breakdowns and minimises any unexpected downtime.

  • Safety and Compliance: The activities carried out during dry docking keep vessels in line with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Adaptability for Time-Sensitive Bookings: The controlled dry docking environment allows for swift repairs. We have proven experience in delivering rapid turnaround times while maintaining high standards of repair and service.

The benefits are only greater when we utilise our double-docking capability, servicing two vessels simultaneously to reduce waiting times and optimise workflow. This allows us to accommodate more projects while providing flexible scheduling options for clients.

Dry Docking in Practice: Svitzer ‘Bunbury’

Dry docking offers efficient vessel maintenance, allowing for thorough inspections, repairs and preventative works while ensuring compliance with relevant standards. At Silverstar Marine, we leverage dry docking to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions to our clients. Some of the benefits include:

In January 2025, SSM successfully completed a time-sensitive maintenance project for Svitzer’s tug, ‘Bunbury.’

Utilising our expanded dry docking capacity and implementing a 24/7 work schedule, we achieved a record turnaround time, completing the project in 36 days—six days ahead of the expected duration. This accomplishment underscores our ability to deliver tailored solutions that meet stringent operational demands.

Silverstar Marine: Leaders in Shipyard Repair

Silverstar Marine has established a reputation for excellence in the maritime industry. Located in Perth, we are able to serve clients locally and abroad, offering services that range from impromptu advice to full turnkey solutions. Our team has over a decade of experience conducting maintenance ranging from hull cleaning to structural steel work.

We pride ourselves on our passion, commitment and extensive knowledge, ensuring that every project is executed to the highest standards.

To enquire about dry docking solutions tailored to your vessel’s specific needs, contact Silverstar Marine at info@silverstarmarine.com.au or call +61 419 911 028.

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