Gulf Island Fabrication (NASDAQ:GIFI), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a leading fabricator of complex structures and systems for the offshore energy sector. Founded in 1956 along the U.S. Gulf Coast, the company operates as an integrated provider of engineering, procurement, construction and installation services. Publicly traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol GIFI, Gulf Island has established a reputation for delivering modular topsides, hulls, jackets and living quarters for oil and gas producers and service companies.
Gulf Island Fabrication’s core activities encompass heavy fabrication and modular construction of offshore platforms and support vessels, as well as marine transportation and installation services. Its fabrication yards in St. Rose and Houma, Louisiana, and Orange, Texas, are equipped with load-out facilities, blasting and coating shops, and advanced welding stations. Leveraging in-house engineering and project management teams, the company provides turnkey solutions ranging from structural modules and living quarters to subsea manifolds and oil storage units.
Primarily serving the Gulf of Mexico, Gulf Island has expanded its geographic reach to address energy markets in West Africa, South America and Southeast Asia. The marine division operates specialized lift boats and transportation vessels capable of installing jackets, topsides and subsea structures in deepwater environments. Through strategic partnerships with vessel operators and port authorities, the company enhances its ability to execute large-scale offshore and nearshore projects efficiently, safely and on schedule.
Under the leadership of CEO Bryan Hanson and a management team drawn from across the oilfield and marine construction industries, Gulf Island Fabrication emphasizes safety, quality and technical innovation. The company maintains rigorous industry certifications and adheres to stringent environmental and regulatory standards. In addition to traditional oil and gas applications, Gulf Island continues to explore opportunities in renewable energy and emerging subsea technologies, positioning itself as a versatile contractor supporting the evolving needs of the global energy sector.
