Walcon Marine Delivers Two New Marinas for the Port of Dover
Thursday, 16th October 2025
Walcon Marine Delivers Two New Marinas as Part of the Port of Dover’s £250 Million Waterfront Transformation
Walcon Marine is proud to announce the successful delivery of two new marinas for the Port of Dover, a major milestone in the port’s ambitious Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) regeneration project.
The £250 million DWDR scheme is the largest single investment ever undertaken by the Port of Dover and forms a cornerstone of the town’s wider waterfront revitalisation. Walcon Marine’s contribution was delivered in two key phases:
Phase One: Outer Harbour Marina
In 2024, Walcon Marine completed the installation of pontoons providing berths for up to 250 boats in the newly created Outer Harbour Marina. This work included the removal of older infrastructure and the installation of new pontoons, access bridges, bridgeheads, and full mechanical and electrical systems.
Phase Two: Wellington Dock Marina
The second phase, completed in summer 2025, saw Walcon Marine design, build, and install a brand-new marina within the historic Wellington Dock. This included extensive dredging and the introduction of 135 new berths, bringing the total number of new berths across the DWDR site to nearly 400.
Constructed using Walcon’s System 2000 aluminium pontoons with non-slip mesh decking, the Wellington Dock Marina is now a standout feature of Dover’s reimagined waterfront — combining modern marina design with respect for the area’s maritime heritage.
Walcon’s innovative Road Transportable Rig played a vital role in the project, allowing the team to access and operate efficiently within the dock’s challenging site conditions. Tasks included repositioning existing piles, installing new pontoons, and reconfiguring marina layouts to optimise space and usability.
Preserving Dover’s Historic Character
Given Dover’s status as a site of significant historical importance, the DWDR project was carefully designed to preserve the town’s maritime heritage. The redevelopment retained the historic Wellington Dock and established a new navigable channel connecting it to the Outer Marina. Specialist heritage teams worked closely with engineers throughout the process to ensure archaeological integrity and environmental sensitivity.
A New Era for Dover’s Waterfront
The Dover Western Docks Revival represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to regenerate Dover, attract new investment, and create a vibrant waterfront destination. Supported by a combination of UK Government approval, private finance, and European Union funding, the project will introduce new leisure facilities alongside a state-of-the-art cargo terminal and distribution centre.
“We’re delighted to have contributed to this landmark regeneration project,” said [Spokesperson Name], [Title] at Walcon Marine. “The new marinas not only enhance Dover’s appeal as a yachting destination but also reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering technically advanced, sustainable marine infrastructure.”
