With offices in the US, Brazil, Chile, China and Germany, GPA developed into an independent, full-service naval architecture and marine engineering company that since 1979 has helped vessel owners and shipyards navigate through complex newbuild, retrofit and repair projects. Our extensive design portfolio includes over 200 offshore vessels, workboats, passenger vessels and fishing vessels construc
ted for commercial owners worldwide and governmental institutions. GPA employs 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. Our solid team consists of over 60 professionals, including naval architects, marine engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers and administrative support. GPA has established a reputation of building collaborative relationships with vessel owners, shipyards and suppliers 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.
