First few days of ship drydocking is the most physically demanding and high-stakes day for the crew. It is the day of the entry, docking, and initial "dryness." ​The first few days is divided into three distinct phases: the approach, the critical instant of landing, and the immediate shore-side connection. ​1. Entering the Dock (The Maneuver) ​The very first action on Day 1 is the physical transit into the dock. ​Tug Assistance: The ship's main engines are typically stopped, and tugboats take fu

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