Shipbroking Services

Dixon Marine Consulting (DMC) has been providing independent shipbroking services to the offshore industry since 1997. 

Our expertise covers the full range of vessels, barges and equipment that are used to support projects across the following market sectors:

• Subsea, Construction and IRM
• Heavy-Lift and Pipe-Lay
• Cable-Lay, PLGR, and PLSE
• Accommodation Support, Crew Transfer and Walk-to-Work
• Offshore Renewables
• Salvage and Decommissioning

We operate globally and provide a full suite of broking and consulting services including for charter, sale and purchase, newbuilds and conversion projects.

Let’s Talk

Whether you are selling, buying or chartering offshore assets, our experienced brokers can help you find solutions. Speak with our team today to discuss your requirements in confidence.

Specialist Brokers for Offshore Vessels and Equipment

DMC has always focused on what we call "project support" vessels and equipment, which is to say any asset which can be used to support subsea and/or topsides projects offshore.

Our comprehensive in-house database includes global listings for the following types of vessels:

• Dive Support and ROV Support Vessels
• Heavy Lift, Construction and Multi-Purpose Support Vessels
• Accommodation Barges, Jack-Ups, Floatels and Semi-Subs
• Cable-Lay and Pipe-Lay Vessels
• Anchor Handling Tugs, Platform Supply Vessels, and Crewboats

We also act as brokers for the rental, sale and purchase of associated equipment and services - from saturation and air diving system, ROVs, ploughs and cable-lay spreads through to cranes, accommodation modules, motion-compensated gangways and more.

DMC understand specialist offshore vessels and the complex spreads of equipment which they deploy. Whatever your project, we can help you navigate the market to find the best options. Visit our dedicated Saleyard website to see equipment currently available for sale.

Global Client Base

From our offices in the UK, we operate on a global basis with an extensive track record across South-East Asia, MENA, Europe, West Africa and the Americas.

Our international client base includes oil and gas companies, windfarm operators, shipowners, offshore contractors and service providers, engineers, surveyors, shipyards, equipment manufacture and rental companies, and financial institutions.

“Our word is our bond”

We take our duty of care to our clients very seriously and pride ourselves on building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity and professionalism.

Sale and Purchase

For over 25 years, DMC has been brokering the sale and purchase of offshore vessels worldwide, including:

• DP Vessels
• Jack-ups
• Barges
• 4-point moored vessels

We are experienced in handling both outright sale and lease purchase deals and are attuned to the sensitivity of these transactions, regularly managing discreet “off market” sales for our clients.

As brokers we can provide you with guidance and support through every step of the process, including:

• Valuations and inspections
• Contract negotiations and review
• Closing documentation, flagging and registration
• Post-sale delivery and ship management services

Our knowledge of the market, combined with our international network of clients, make us well-placed to assist both buyers and sellers.

Charter

DMC handle charter requirements from the spot fixture of a single vessel through to procuring complete marine spreads for large-scale construction and IRM projects.

Whether we are acting for a charterer or a vessel owner, we offer a tailored and personal approach, helping our clients as and when needed throughout the market review, tendering and offshore execution phases of a project.

The scope of services that we typically provide as brokers encompasses the following:

• Specialist market intelligence and rate guidance
• Tender preparation and bid support
• Charter party drafting and negotiation
• Ongoing support throughout the life of a charter

Need tonnage for an upcoming project? Contact our team to discuss vessel availability and charter options.

Newbuilds and Conversions

DMC also help to develop and deliver on complex newbuild and conversion projects.

Our network of trusted associates includes design and engineering firms and naval architects, and we regularly work with shipyards and equipment manufacturers.

From shipowners looking to re-purpose an existing vessel due to changing market demands, to contractors with a bespoke application, our team can assist you with:

• Market reports, design concepts and feasibility studies
• Preparing and evaluating EOI and RFQ packages
• Contracting strategies and risk management
• Project management and budget forecasting

DMC provide bespoke market reporting, helping our clients to understand market trends and ‘stress test’ the business case for investing in a particular type of vessel – a critical part of the decision-making process. We also closely monitor technical developments and innovations, ensuring that our clients consider the full range of options when developing specification requirements. Once a decision has been made, we work with our clients as needed to run a competitive procurement process and to mitigate and manage the inherent risks.

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Consulting & Contract Awareness Course

DMC also regularly provide specialist consulting services to our clients, including:

• Market Reports and FEED Studies;
• Independent Valuations;
• Expert Witness Statements;
• Contract Guidance

Since 2018, we have been working in partnership with industry specialist Andy Atkinson to deliver our “Contracts Awareness Course”. This is a two-day workshop focused aimed at managers of all levels working in the offshore oil and gas and renewables sectors and addressing a wide range of industry-standard contract forms and terms. The course content can be tailored to each client’s specific business and provides practical guidance on key topics – from the value of checklists and soft skills to understanding complex liability and indemnity regimes.

Find out more on our DMC Training website.