Schools of Thought
The Gulf & Ship Island Building is the
hub for blue tech innovation in the
Gulfport Blue Economy Innovation District.
With proximity to the Port of Gulfport,
rail, interstates, and the airport,
Gulf Blue is ideal for professionals in
cybersecurity, conservation, aeronautics, marine sciences, unmanned craft, GIS and more.
Surround your organization with industry leaders, a robust network, along with local, state, and federal partners. Just steps from the Gulf of Mexico's year-round deep and shallow waters. For those a part of the blue economy, no other location offers better resources or quality of life.
The Location
Historic, modern, ready to work. Located on 13th St in downtown Gulfport, across from The Rack House Steaks & Spirits. Short distance to all that downtown Gulfport has to offer—banking, postal, courts, restaurants, The Port of Gulfport, Jones Park and the Mississippi Aquarium. View our gallery of images from Gulf Blue and beyond.​
The Network
Hundreds of industries call The Port of Gulfport, downtown Gulfport, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast home. Inside Gulf Blue's doors, a network of 50+ companies are represented from pioneers to titans. The only thing missing from this puzzle is your organization and ideas.
And You
Hear from current and alumni members on what success looks like at the Gulf of Mexico. Industry practitioners share their experiences from inside Gulf Blue.
"Gulf Blue has broadened our exposure within the maritime domain and enabled us to establish mentor-type relationships with program members. The way people connect, learn, and foster relationships is rapidly changing, and we want to be a part of every opportunity to teach and
learn from others."
— Nathan L. Hopper, Ph.D., PMP
Vice President
Woolpert
"The Gulf & Ship Island’s central location to many local industry participants, as well as full service amenities was the ideal 'launch' location while Ocean Aero established their formal, full-time operations."
— Keith Blystone
Chief of Staff
Ocean Aero