The connection to the docklands I’d say is more of a connection to the turrets at the top of the Victoria clock. That’s what the blue pattern is representing on the sleeve. That’s why they’ve purposefully lined them up in this picture
At least Everton got a positively reviewed Kit! No.2
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/45588250/premier-league-2025-26-kits-ranking-every-jersey-released