Fugro has been selected by Petrobras to deliver a geotechnical site investigation for the Rio de Janeiro Offshore Wind Pilot Project off São João da Barra.
Petrobras said the 18MW pilot is the first offshore wind development in South America to advance under a formal environmental licensing process.
Fugro added that it will acquire Geo-data including soil sampling, in situ testing and laboratory analysis across four coastal and shallow-water locations alongside onshore investigations.
Field operations and analysis will begin in April and continue through Q3 2026 with final reporting scheduled for 2027.
Fugro’s Brazil-based teams will lead delivery with nearshore operations from the Rio das Ostras hub and laboratory analysis at the Pinhais facility.
“As South America moves forward with its offshore wind ambitions, early Geo-data is one of the most important tools for reducing uncertainty and setting projects up for long-term success,” said Céline Gerson, president and group director for Fugro in the Americas.
“By partnering with Petrobras at this early stage, we’re helping establish the technical foundation needed to progress offshore wind responsibly and expand future energy options in Brazil and across the wider region.”