In 1920, George Gillies Sharp, having been Chief Surveyor of the American Bureau of Shipping, entered the professional practice of naval architecture and marine engineering. Over 87 years after its founding, SHARP remains dedicated to the professional design of economic, cost-effective ships, ship systems and other marine structures for both commercial and military purposes. The only significant changes in the picture have been in the technology, types of vessels and techniques of analysis. In all these areas, SHARP has kept or set the pace. The services offered by George G. Sharp, Inc. have become diversified as the marine field has broadened and as analytical and engineering techniques have become more sophisticated. Professional Services: Naval Architecture—Conceptual design through contract design and specialized studies Marine Engineering Field Engineering and Industrial Oversight Human Systems Integration (HSI) Information Technology Integrated Logistics Support Program and Project Support Industrial Services: Habitability Upgrades Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) Alteration Installation Teams Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) engineering and maintenance Vent Cleaning - Indoor Air Professionals of Virginia, a wholly owned subsidiary of George G. Sharp, Inc. Corrosion Control Hull Fitting Upgrades International Services: Foreign Military Sales Safety, Survivability, Risk Assessment Ventilation System Cleaning and Maintenance