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DRY DOCK QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
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Dry Dock Quarterly Newsletter

1/15/2026

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Happy New Year,
January 2026 marks DM Consulting’s 26th anniversary. We would like to sincerely thank our clients, partners, and colleagues across the global dry dock community for your continued trust and collaboration over the past 26 years. We look forward to continuing to support safe, modern, and efficient dry dock operations worldwide.
Please feel free to forward this newsletter to colleagues who may benefit from the information below.

DM Consulting – Dry Dock Training Schedule (2026)DM Consulting offers industry-leading dry dock training for dockmasters, engineers, naval architects, operators, and shipyard management. Training combines practical engineering fundamentals with real-world operational experience.
Upcoming 2026 Training Dates:
  • 3–6 February 2026 • San Diego, CA, USA (Seats Available)
  • 14–17 April 2026 • Hobart, TAS, Australia
  • 28 April – 1 May 2026 • Honolulu, HI, USA
  • 12–15 May 2026 • Jacksonville, FL, USA
  • 18–21 August 2026 • North America / South America (UTC-4) • Live Online
  • 31 August – 3 September 2026 • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
  • 15–18 September 2026 • Vestby, Norway
  • 22–25 September 2026 • London, UK
  • 8–11 December 2026 • Norfolk, VA, USA
👉 Full course details and registration:
https://www.drydocktraining.com/course-schedule.html
DM Consulting is also available for custom, on-site training sessions, allowing organizations to reduce travel costs while tailoring content to their specific docks and operational requirements.

Floating Dry Dock Acquisition ServicesDM Consulting (DMC) and Schulte Marine Concept (SMC) have formed a partnership to provide comprehensive floating dry dock acquisition services.
More than a traditional brokerage, the DMC / SMC team provides a complete, technically driven support package to guide new-build or secondhand floating dry dock projects from initial concept through operation, including:
  • Requirements definition and feasibility
  • Technical due diligence and specification development
  • Builder evaluation and contract support
  • Design review and construction oversight
  • Delivery, commissioning, and operational readiness

For inquiries, please contact:
Luke Stiglich
📞 +1-858-829-6399
📧 [email protected]

DM Consulting and Syncrolift® Join ForcesDM Consulting Inc. (DMC) and Syncrolift® Inc., two global leaders in dry dock engineering, have joined forces to help modernize shipyard operations and bring them firmly into the 21st century.
Together, DMC and Syncrolift® are committed to delivering:
  • Safer dock operations
  • Modern engineering and automation standards
  • Proven, best-practice solutions for new and existing shipyards

For organizations planning a modern shipyard or dock upgrade, please contact:
Luke Stiglich
📞 +1-858-829-6399
📧 [email protected]

Industry Insight – Q1 2026Across global markets, shipyard owners are placing increased emphasis on:
  • Operational safety and monitoring systems
  • Lifecycle cost optimization over lowest initial capital cost
  • Early technical diligence as dock acquisition and build timelines continue to lengthen

Training, automation, and disciplined project planning are increasingly critical differentiators in successful dock projects.

IDAC West – Monitoring and Control for Tomorrow’s Floating Dry DocksIDAC West has provided dry dock control systems since 1999 for the Floating Dry Dock industry. Our systems are built for safety, efficiency, and ease of use by the operator. The systems include integrated and stand-alone modules for: Deflection Monitoring, Enhanced Manual Control, Attitude and System Monitoring, Alarming, Automatic Evolution Control, Data Trending, Historical and Event Data Logging, Remote Data Monitoring.
We have deployed systems on dry docks that are class approved by ABS, Lloyds Register, Bureau Veritas, and NAVSEA. Our systems are the standard for the US government.
Visit www.idacwest.com for more information or contact Dave Smith at
[email protected]

Space Grid AISpace Grid AI answers the question - what goes where when? - and transforms facilities with predictive space planning that increases throughput and operational efficiency. With unlimited seats, our drag-and-drop interface makes complex layout optimization accessible to all skill levels. Plan equipment allocation, test multiple scenarios, and visualize your facility’s future in 4D (3D + time). Our software turns hours-long planning into minutes-long digital workflows.
For inquiries, please contact:
Sue Hilger
📞 +1-443-845-1584
📧 [email protected]
🌐 SpaceGrid.ai

Dockmaster AvailableExperienced Dock Master with over 10 years of specialized experience in dock construction, operations, and maintenance. Proven ability to lead teams through complex evolutions while maintaining strict safety compliance.
Experience includes:
  • Managing dock builds using AutoCAD
  • Training and directing docking crews
  • Close collaboration with Docking Pilots
  • Oversight of 300+ docking evolutions without incident
Contact Thomas Hengel at 619-829-0454

Dry Dock Community Bulletin BoardPost your free announcement in the next quarterly newsletter.
Deadline for submissions: 15 March

Small Shipyard Grants (USA)Small shipyards in the United States have received grants from the U.S. Maritime Administration for Dry Dock Training and Dry Dock Projects.
For eligibility details and application guidance, visit:
https://www.maritime.dot.gov/grants-finances/small-shipyard-grants



 
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