Caribbean Dockyard

Caribbean Dockyard and Engineering Services Limited (CDESL) is a premier, full-service port facility strategically located on the western coast of Trinidad and Tobago. With over 100 years of operational history, CDESL is a cornerstone of the region’s maritime and offshore industries — offering world-class ship and rig repair, dry docking, fabrication, and engineering services to both domestic and international clients.

A Strategic Location with World-Class Infrastructure

Situated on 26 acres within a naturally sheltered cove, CDESL provides clients with deep-water berths, protected harbor facilities, and a wide range of professional marine services. Our ISPS-certified port adheres to international security standards, ensuring the safety of vessels, cargo, and personnel. We are also Lloyd’s Register Certified, reinforcing our commitment to quality, safety, and environmental compliance.

Our infrastructure includes:

• Pier 5 – 182m (L) x 18.3m (W) for above-water maintenance

• Pier 4 – 122m (L) x 18.3m (W) for above-water maintenance

• Piers under active refurbishment to expand capacity

• A full machine shop equipped with a 15-ton overhead crane

• A fabrication and welding shop also with 15-ton lifting capacity

All facilities are supported by a skilled workforce and modern technical equipment, capable of delivering efficient and reliable marine engineering services.

Back in Full Operation – Dry Docking Resumes August/September 2025

We are proud to announce that CDESL is back in full operation and ready to accommodate dry docking and alongside services starting mid-August to early September 2025.

Our enhanced facility features the newly reintroduced Heavy Lift Vessel (HVL) Drydock, designed to handle:

• Vessels up to 118–120 meters in length

• Offshore rigs and marine platforms

• Lifting capacities from 12,000 to 20,000 tonnes

• Cargo loading at anchorage via side or stern operations

The HVL drydock boasts a spacious working deck of 127m x 36m, offering unmatched versatility for large-scale projects. While final enhancements, such as the installation of anchor spud poles, are ongoing, dry docking operations are fully active and unaffected.

Your One-Stop Marine Service Hub

CDESL is uniquely positioned as a marine and energy sector logistics hub in the Caribbean. Whether your vessel requires:

• Routine inspections

• Hull and structural repairs

• Mechanical and propulsion system overhauls

• Coating and blasting

• Custom fabrication or engineering solutions

…our team delivers safe, timely, and cost-effective results with:

• LR-certified welders and marine technicians

• Full support infrastructure for fabrication, machining, and refit work

• Competitive pricing and fast turnaround times

• A strategic Caribbean location below the hurricane belt

Let’s Work Together

We invite you to share your scope of work with our Commercial Team. Upon review, we’ll provide a transparent, no-obligation quote tailored to your project’s needs and budget.

As berthing and dry docking slots are in high demand, we strongly encourage early booking to secure availability.

Thank you for your continued trust in CDESL. We look forward to supporting your next marine project with unmatched service and reliability.