Gulf Island Fabrication is a one of the worldwide leaders in the fabrication of drilling and production platforms, as well as other specialized structures used in the oil and gas industry. Established in 1985, it provides clients with a full range of design, construction and maintenance services, including the fabrication of offshore and inshore platforms, living quarters, electrical buildings, process vessels, and skids and small modules. In addition, it also offers jackets and deck sections of fixed production platforms, as well as services for the painting and sandblasting of existing structures, offshore hookups and vessel repair. The companys diversified capabilities, through its four subsidiaries, translate into lower project costs. Gulf Island Fabrication is headquartered in Houma, La.