How it works

One marketplace for ship repair & spares

Post a request or list your services — HotDocks connects ship owners with verified shipyards, contractors and parts suppliers, and keeps every deal in one place.

1,200+companies
40+countries
8k+RFQs handled
15k+listings posted
1

Post your request

Describe the repair or part you need — specs, quantity, port and deadline. Posting an RFQ is free.

2

Get quotes from verified suppliers

Shipyards, contractors and parts suppliers reply with offers. See ratings, deal history and region before you choose.

3

Compare & message on HotDocks

Ask questions, negotiate and share files — all inside the platform, with contact kept protected.

4

Award & manage the job

Pick the best offer and keep everything — quotes, messages, documents — in one place.

Why HotDocks

Verified companies

Every supplier can be verified, with ratings and deal history you can actually see.

Contact stays on-platform

Identities and messaging are protected — no leaks, no spam, no going around the deal.

Global reach

Buyers and suppliers across 40+ countries and every major port.

Free during the open test

The whole marketplace is free right now — every account is on the Pro plan.

Ready to start?

It’s free during the open test — every account is on the Pro plan.