Shiplifts

Increasing operating efficiency by reducing dry-docking times

A Syncrolift^® is simply a large elevator which raises and lowers vessels in and out of the water for dry-docking ashore.  To date some 230 Syncrolifts have been installed in 69 countries.  Lifting capacities range from 100 tonnes to over 25,000 tonnes, and installations well in excess of 60,000 tonnes have been engineered and are practicable. 

Since the first Syncrolift went into service over 50 years ago, well over 2 million vessels have been dry-docked with the system. When used with a transfer system, multiple vessel dry berthing is possible with a single Syncrolift.

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How does the Syncrolift system work?

To dock a vessel, the platform and cradle are lowered into the water, and the vessel moved into place over the platform.  When in position, the Syncrolift Dockmaster raises the platform, removing the vessel from the water.  Work on the vessel can then be done in situ, or the vessel transferred ashore, leaving the Syncrolift available to dock other vessels.  On completion, the process is reversed.

Installation

Each installation is designed to standards set down by regulating agencies such as Lloyd's Register of Shipping. Our experienced naval architects can interpret the docking requirements for any type of vessel in its dry-docking condition.

A Syncrolift can also be used for other applications than shipbuilding and ship repair.