C & G BOAT WORKS

C & G Boat Works, also known as C & G Welding, Inc., is a prominent boatbuilding and maritime services company founded in 1989 by Mike and Doug Barousse. The company is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, where it operates extensive facilities for constructing and repairing various marine vessels. C & G Boat Works specializes in the construction of aluminum and steel vessels, including but not limited to offshore supply vessels, towboats, tugs, and other types of workboats.

One of the key aspects of C & G Boat Works' operations is their ability to customize vessels to meet specific client requirements, offering both standard and tailor-made solutions. They have a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship and reliability, serving a wide range of clients in the maritime industry, including commercial, governmental, and private sectors.

In addition to new vessel construction, C & G Boat Works provides a variety of other services such as vessel repair, refurbishment, and maintenance. They also offer specialized welding services, living up to their original name, C & G Welding, Inc.

The company is strategically located near the Gulf of Mexico, providing them with advantageous access for serving the offshore oil and gas industries, as well as other maritime operations in the region.

If you're looking for detailed and updated information about C & G Boat Works, it's best to visit their official website or contact them directly.

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