Glossary


Terms & Glossaries of Shipping and Trading

Dry Docking

Dry docking is a term used for repairs or when a ship is taken to the service yard.

What is Dry Docking?

Dry docking is a term used for repairs or when a ship is taken to the service yard. During dry docking, the whole ship is brought to a dry land so that the submerged portions of the hull can be cleaned or inspected.