Unmanned Defense Systems. American Ingenuity. Mission-Ready.

Gulf Coast Tactical delivers future-proof maritime defense platforms — combining decades of shipbuilding excellence, deep government relationships, and the industry’s most flexible autonomy stack.

DRIVING INNOVATION
FASTER

>400
DELIVERIES
>50
COUNTRIES

Core Capabilities

Open Autonomy Stack

Platform-agnostic, scalable, exportable autonomy solutions that adapt to your mission requirements.

Proven Performance

Payloads: 100–40,000 lbs | Range: 500–2500 NM. Built to withstand the harshest maritime conditions.

Legacy of Trust

400+ vessels delivered to 50+ countries. Our reputation is built on reliability and excellence.

Total Lifecycle Support

Training, sustainment, and co-production programs ensure long-term operational success.

Our Vessel Platforms

Manned and unmanned vessels designed for the future of maritime defense

20M Fast Patrol Boat

• Length: 21.3m
• Max Speed: 43 knots
• Range: 500nm
• Endurance: 3 days

Gladius Unmanned Surface Vehicle

• Length: 5.5m
• Max Speed: 42 kts
• Range: 800 km
• Endurance: 60 hours

GCT Family of COTS USVs

• Length: 5m-14m (15ft-47ft)
• Max Speed: 25-50+ kts
• Range: 750nm – 3000 nm
• Payload: 500lb-15,000 lbs

LEGACY FORGED BY VISION

With proven design originally developed by Sewart Seacraft and the addition of innovative technology, we build Patrol Boats for defense in the future while carrying the legacy of a proven past.

“Our ships are constructed in our ship yard in New Iberia, LA, USA by tradesmen who carry a near 65 year legacy into the future.”

Our People

Our team has built over 400 vessels. We’ve worked with the Navy, SOCOM, and foreign militaries — and we’re just getting started.

Jeff Leleux

President

Miles Thomas

COO

Sean Biddle

CTO

Our Partners

We collaborate with industry leaders to deliver cutting-edge maritime defense solutions

LET'S CHANGE THE FUTURE TOGETHER

For inquiries, contact us.