Conrad Shipyard

Overview

Founded in 1948, this U.S.-based shipbuilder is located in Morgan City, Louisiana, and operates as a subsidiary of Conrad Industries, Inc. The company specializes in designing, constructing, converting, and repairing a wide range of marine vessels catering to both commercial and government clients. With five state-of-the-art shipyards along the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast, it is recognized for its focus on safety, quality, craftsmanship, and integrity, and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.

The organization delivers a broad set of services, including new vessel construction, conversions, repairs, and overhauls. Its portfolio features steel and aluminum vessels such as barges, tugboats, towboats, and specialty support crafts. Industry milestones include delivering North America's first LNG bunker barge and maintaining a strong presence in the LNG sector. The shipyard enjoys robust partnerships across offshore oil and gas, inland waterways, and specialty markets, underscoring its commitment to innovation and vessel quality.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 985-384-3060
• Website: conradindustries.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/conrad-shipyard

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Marine vessel design, construction, and repair
• Marine vessel conversions and overhauls
• Specialty support vessels for the LNG sector
• Advanced shipyard facilities and automation
• ISO 9001:2015 safety and quality standards
• Long-term partnerships in offshore oil, gas, and government contracts
• Cost-efficient, environmentally compliant shipbuilding

Technologies Used

• Apache
• Google Font API
• Google Tag Manager
• IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio
• ISA Web Publishing Load Balancer
• Mobile Friendly
• Oracle Analytics Cloud
• Outlook
• Quip
• Remote
• Slack
• Vimeo
• WordPress.org
• YouTube

Buyer Teams to Target

Engineering & Vessel Design

• Chief Naval Architect
• Marine Engineer
• Shipyard Project Manager
• Vessel Design Lead
• Structural Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Director of Procurement
• Supply Chain Manager
• Materials Manager
• Purchasing Agent
• Logistics Coordinator
• Vendor Relations Specialist

Operations & Shipyard Management

• VP of Operations
• Shipyard Superintendent
• Operations Manager
• Quality Assurance Manager
• Safety Director
• Facilities Manager

Sales & Business Development

• Business Development Director
• Sales Manager - Commercial Marine
• Government Contracts Manager
• Client Relations Manager
• Proposal Manager
• Account Executive

What They Buy

• Marine-grade steel, aluminum, and fabrication materials
• Computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering software
• Welding and manufacturing equipment
• Naval electronics and navigation systems
• Industrial safety and compliance solutions
• Supply chain and logistics management platforms
• Technical consulting and training services

Signals to Watch

• 📆 New RFPs or government contract announcements
• 🚢 Launch of large vessel construction or LNG projects
• 🧑‍💼 Appointments of new engineering or operations leaders
• 💰 Major investments in shipyard technology or facilities
• 🔗 Partnerships with offshore oil and gas operators
• 🛠️ Adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies