Seven end-markets. One desk. The same vessels, equipment and supply chains.
Primary sectors
Where most of our mandates run
Oil & Gas
Brokerage, distribution and advisory across the field lifecycle; drilling support, production hardware, IRM spreads and the recoverable inventory that comes back out at decommissioning.
Open sector
Renewables
Inspection, survey and positioning equipment for developers, O&M contractors and installation teams working turbines, foundations and array cable.
Open sector
Ports, foundations & coastal works
Marine Construction
Cranes, LARS, winches, compact inspection ROV and hydrographic spreads for marine civil contractors, port authorities and dredging programmes.
Open sector
Adjacent sectors
Where the same equipment and expertise apply
Subsea Telecom & Power
Carousels, tensioners, quadrants, routing gear and burial equipment for fibre, interconnector and export cable installation and repair.
Open sector
Survey & Ocean Science
AUV, sonar, imaging and positioning equipment for hydrographic survey contractors, research institutes and environmental consultancies.
Open sector
Farm operators & service providers
Aquaculture
Compact ROV and camera systems for net-integrity inspection, mortality retrieval and mooring checks, focused on the Norwegian and North Atlantic markets.
Open sector
How sector coverage runs
Four steps, whichever sector you sit in
01
Sector context
Tell us where you operate; region, vessel class, contract type. We ground the conversation in what your peers are doing in the same market.
02
Scope the requirement
Buy, sell, value or advise; the desk maps your requirement onto the right service and confirms what we already see moving in your sector.
03
Execute the mandate
Brokers, valuers or advisors run the work against Meridian data; comparable transactions, active tonnage and known holders inside your sector.
04
Stay in the relationship
Sector coverage does not end at the close. We keep you inside the market view; new tonnage, new operators, new opportunities as they surface.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which marine and offshore sectors does Dockstr work in?
Dockstr works across seven core sectors: Renewables, Marine Construction, Subsea Telecom & Power, Oil & Gas, Survey & Ocean Science, Aquaculture, and Defence & Security. The team also supports adjacent marine and offshore markets where equipment, operators, contractors and transaction dynamics overlap.
What types of companies does Dockstr work with?
Dockstr works with operators, contractors, developers, equipment owners, manufacturers, service companies, research organisations, investors and other participants across the marine and offshore industries.
Does Dockstr work with both offshore and inshore marine projects?
Yes. While a significant part of Dockstr’s activity relates to offshore operations, its sector coverage also includes ports, harbours, coastal infrastructure, aquaculture sites and other marine environments where specialist equipment and market expertise are required.
Does Dockstr operate internationally?
Yes. Dockstr works across international marine and offshore markets, connecting equipment owners, buyers, contractors and manufacturers across multiple regions. This international reach is supported by direct market activity, a global industry network and Meridian, Dockstr’s proprietary market intelligence platform.
What marine and offshore equipment does Dockstr cover?
Dockstr covers ROVs, diving systems, survey equipment, marine equipment, vessels and barges, offshore construction equipment, drilling and production equipment, as well as selected new equipment supplied through manufacturer partnerships. Coverage varies by sector and assignment.
Does Dockstr supply both new and pre-owned marine equipment?
Yes. Depending on the requirement, Dockstr can support new equipment through its distribution activities or source and broker pre-owned equipment through the secondary market. The appropriate route depends on technical specification, availability, lead time, budget, support requirements and project objectives.
Can Dockstr source equipment that is not publicly listed for sale?
Yes. Public listings represent only part of the marine and offshore equipment market. Through structured Market Search assignments and its international network, Dockstr can identify equipment held by operators, contractors and other owners that may not be publicly marketed or actively offered for sale.
How does Dockstr's sector knowledge support equipment decisions?
Understanding the end-market provides essential context around demand, utilisation, ownership, availability, comparable transactions and future project activity. Dockstr combines sector expertise with live market intelligence to support sourcing, valuation, brokerage, investment and asset-strategy decisions.
What advisory services does Dockstr provide across the marine and offshore sectors?
Dockstr provides commercial and technical advisory across the marine and offshore industries. Depending on the assignment, this can include market research and analysis, commercial and technical due diligence, asset and fleet strategy, M&A support, market entry, portfolio optimisation and strategic positioning. Relevant expertise is brought into each assignment according to the sector, equipment and complexity of the project.
Can Dockstr provide independent valuations of marine and offshore equipment?
Yes. Dockstr provides independent valuations for individual assets, equipment fleets and portfolios across the marine and offshore sectors. Valuations combine technical understanding, current market intelligence and comparable transaction evidence, and can support transactions, financing, insurance, accounting, fleet reviews, M&A and strategic asset decisions.
Operating in a sector we cover?
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