How to Capitalize Dry Docking Costs
Recording major overhaul and mandatory dry docking costs as a separate component of the vessel asset.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vessel Asset - Dry Docking Component | Debit | 300,000.00 | - |
| Bank Account | Credit | - | 300,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Mandatory dry docking is often capitalized and depreciated over the interval until the next scheduled docking (usually 2.5 to 5 years).
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Project Accounting module to track specific shipyard work orders.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Expensing major overhauls that should be capitalized per IAS 16.
📄 Required Documentation
Shipyard completion certificates, invoices, and class society certificates.
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