KeelKeeper — DryDock & Repair Planner
KeelKeeper is a specialized dry-dock planning terminal for marine engineers to plan hull, propulsion, tanks, inspections, contractors, spares, cost, deadlines, and approvals.
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About KeelKeeper — DryDock & Repair Planner
KeelKeeper is a purpose-built dry-dock and repair planner designed for marine engineers and ship repair superintendents. It transforms complex dry-docking operations into a clear, actionable workflow. The application organizes every aspect of a vessel's time in dock—from hull cleaning and propeller reconditioning to tank inspections, contractor coordination, spare parts management, and budget tracking. With a single-file HTML interface, it delivers a premium maritime dashboard that feels like a command center for your dry-dock project.
At its core, KeelKeeper provides a real-time Gantt chart that visualizes the entire dry-dock schedule. You can see at a glance which work packages are on track, which are falling behind, and how delays in one trade impact the critical path. The Gantt is fully interactive—drag to adjust dates, filter by trade (hull, propulsion, tanks, inspections), and click to drill down into task details. This level of scheduling clarity ensures you never miss a deadline or an acceptance test.
Beyond scheduling, KeelKeeper offers a comprehensive cost ledger that tracks every dollar committed to the dry-dock project. From contractor quotes to purchase orders for spare parts, you can monitor budget burn, compare actuals against estimates, and forecast final costs. The scenario planner lets you run what-if analyses—adjust labor rates, material costs, or task durations—and instantly see the financial and schedule impact. This proactive approach helps you make informed decisions before they become problems.
The application also includes a robust risk register, approvals workflow, and reporting suite. Every non-conformance report (NCR), change order, and acceptance test is documented and tracked. You can generate professional PDF reports to share with stakeholders, ensuring everyone is aligned. With KeelKeeper, you gain complete control over your dry-dock project, reducing downtime and avoiding costly surprises.
KeelKeeper is built for the real world of ship repair. It requires no sign-up, no AI, and no mock data—all information is stored locally in your browser using IndexedDB. This means your data stays on your machine, offering privacy and immediate access. The interface is fast, intuitive, and designed for marine professionals who need to focus on the work, not the software. Whether you're managing a routine annual docking or a complex conversion, KeelKeeper is the tool to keep your vessel on schedule and on budget.
Key features
- ✦ Interactive Gantt chart with critical path visualization
- ✦ Comprehensive cost ledger with budget tracking and scenario planning
- ✦ Contractor management with task assignment and performance tracking
- ✦ Spare parts inventory and purchase order management
- ✦ Risk register with mitigation tracking
- ✦ Approvals workflow for change orders and acceptance tests
- ✦ Real-time progress monitoring against milestones
- ✦ PDF export for professional reports
- ✦ Local data storage via IndexedDB (no cloud, no sign-up)
- ✦ Single-file HTML deployment for easy use on any device
Use cases
- → Planning a routine annual dry-dock inspection for a cargo vessel
- → Managing a complex conversion project involving hull modifications and new propulsion systems
- → Coordinating multiple contractors for tank cleaning, coating, and inspections
- → Tracking budget and expenses for a major repair during dry-dock
- → Monitoring critical path activities to ensure the vessel returns to service on time
- → Preparing for regulatory inspections by documenting all work packages and approvals
FAQ
What is KeelKeeper?
KeelKeeper is a specialized dry-dock planner for marine engineers. It helps organize all aspects of a dry-dock project, including hull work, propulsion repairs, tank inspections, contractor coordination, spare parts, costs, deadlines, and approvals.
Do I need to sign up or create an account?
No, KeelKeeper requires no sign-up. All data is stored locally in your browser using IndexedDB, so you can start using it immediately without any registration.
Is KeelKeeper an AI tool?
No, KeelKeeper is a purely functional planning tool. It does not use AI or require any external services.
Can I export reports from KeelKeeper?
Yes, KeelKeeper allows you to export professional PDF reports, including Gantt charts, cost ledgers, and work package summaries.
Does KeelKeeper support multiple vessels?
Yes, you can manage multiple dry-dock projects for different vessels within the same application, each with its own schedule, budget, and contractors.
How does KeelKeeper handle change orders?
KeelKeeper includes a dedicated approvals workflow where you can log change orders, track their status, and manage their financial impact.
Is KeelKeeper suitable for small shipyards?
Absolutely. KeelKeeper is designed to be lightweight and easy to use, making it ideal for both small and large shipyards, as well as for individual marine engineers.