Over 140 offshore vessels in service
or under construction

Since the delivery of the first GPA-designed offshore vessel in 2004, GPA has established the position as one of the leaders in the design of next-generation offshore vessels for renowned operators such as Bourbon Offshore, Rigdon Marine, Gulfmark and Trico Marine.

Innovative solutions for various
workboat needs

GPA continually invests in the development of different types of workboats, such as tugboats, fireboats, research vessels and pilot boats for local and international operators.

Wide range of different types
of passenger vessels

Throughout GPA’s existence, we have developed various unique passenger vessel designs, ranging from casino vessels to cruise and excursion vessels, as well as yachts and ferries.

GPA made a name for itself as one of the
key players in the US fishing market

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, GPA became heavily engaged in the design of vessels for the then fast-expanding global fishing vessel fleet. GPA quickly gained a notable reputation as a leading designer of factory trawlers and other types.

NEWS

December 19, 2011

GPA Wins Research Ship Design Contract

The basic design for the T-AGOR-27 ocean class ship was developed by GPA during Navsea sponsored...

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December 2, 2011

BOURBON Installs New Wind Structure in Atlantic

Capitalizing on its experience and leadership in offshore oil and gas marine services, BOURBON...

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October 2011

Engineering Ideas Into Reality - Guido Perla & Associates' Mantra Still Valid

The motto at GPA for over thirty years and continuing to this day has always
been: Engineering Ideas into Reality....

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May 31, 2011

US Designer Cleans Up in Brazil

GPA won three design contracts for a total of 8 offshore vessels.

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WELCOME TO GPA
A recognized leader in naval architecture and marine engineering.

With offices in the US, Brazil, Chile, China and Germany, GPA has developed into a multi-disciplinary company that since 1977 has helped vessel owners and shipyards navigate through complex newbuild, retrofit and repair projects.

GPA has a wide range of top professionals to work on all phases of your project, from conceptual design and feasibility studies, to developing solutions to complex engineering problems requiring specialized skills and software.

GPA has built a reputation of building a collaborative relationship with vessel owners in order to capitalize on the expertise each party brings to a project. Operators and shipyards benefit from cost-efficient design methods, resulting in custom-built designs that meet specific operational requirements.

Renowned worldwide for its work and achievements in the naval architecture and marine engineering world, GPA is also recognized for being an independent and neutral opinion in the industry.