As the first stage of the design process, preliminary – or conceptual – designs establish the scientific foundation for vessel performance and establish a vessel's principal parameters, design concept and artistic style. Based on an owner's preferences, GPA produces designs based on a single idea or vision from the owner, or through a collaborative process based on detailed owner-furnished specifications.
GPA develops full technical design descriptions owners can utilize to solicit binding construction bids from qualified shipyards and/or obtain regulatory approval from governing bodies or classification societies. We have established this expertise over the last three decades and are uniquely qualified to develop workable designs efficiently in terms of cost and time.
GPA's scientific expertise includes finite element analysis (FEA), ship motion and seakeeping studies, resistance and propulsion analysis, hydrostatics and stability calculations, and electrical power distribution analysis. Depending on a customer's needs, we can provide these services as integral elements of the design process or as independent studies.
GPA provides scientific and economic feasibility evaluations of ideas and proposals, ranging from the analysis of such subjects as shipping service routes and markets, port loading facilities or waste management systems, to the development of novel designs for vessels and other marine installations. We conduct research to identify new applications for existing vessels and established vessel concepts and develop innovative solutions to bring to market.
GPA provides shipyards with a complete range of production engineering services, including shape and plate nesting, computer lofting, pipe spools and numerical control (NC) tape production. To optimize construction efficiency, we employ a range of 3-D modeling software, which is also exceptionally beneficial/valuable for visualization and to perform interference checks.
GPA's staff often manages the construction processes of new build projects, providing shipowners with engineering expertise independent of the shipyard to conduct surveys and quality inspections. Throughout the life cycle of the vessel, our staff remains available to conduct surveys and provide professional advice. GPA can also quickly deliver engineering input if an emergency situation should occur during vessel operation.
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