Colombia to Acquire 13,000-Ton Floating Dock for Naval Fleet

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced a new floating dock with a lifting capacity of 13,000 tons, capable of accommodating vessels up to 220 meters in length and 36 meters in beam. This represents a significant enhancement of Colombia's naval maintenance and force-projection capabilities, likely aimed at modernizing its fleet and supporting maritime security operations. The announcement signals a continued investment in naval infrastructure, though details on procurement timeline and cost remain unspecified.