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Maritime Industry Briefing: Offshore Wind Developments and Terminal Milestones
By MGN Editorial•February 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
This week's maritime industry briefing highlights Fugro's new contract for TotalEnergies' offshore wind project in Germany and ICTSI's Contecon Manzanillo surpassing a significant throughput milestone.
### Fugro Wins Survey Contract for TotalEnergies’ Offshore Wind Project
Dutch surveyor Fugro has secured a pivotal contract to conduct a geotechnical survey for TotalEnergies’ NordSee Energies 1 offshore wind farm, located approximately 170 kilometers off the coast of Germany. This project is part of a broader initiative to expand renewable energy sources in the region, aligning with European Union goals for sustainable energy development. The geotechnical campaign will provide essential data regarding seabed conditions at the proposed locations for wind turbines and inter-array cable routes, which are critical for the successful installation and operation of the wind farm. Fieldwork for this survey is already underway, marking a significant step forward in the project timeline. According to [Splash247](https://splash247.com/fugro-lands-survey-contract-for-totalenergies-german-offshore-wind-project/), this contract underscores Fugro's expertise in offshore surveying and its commitment to supporting the energy transition.
### ICTSI’s Contecon Manzanillo Surpasses 12 Million TEU
In a notable achievement for the port sector, ICTSI’s Contecon Manzanillo terminal has surpassed the milestone of 12 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) in throughput. This accomplishment comes despite a challenging market environment on Mexico's Pacific coast, where growth has been described as lackluster. The terminal's ability to achieve this milestone reflects its operational efficiency and strategic importance in regional logistics. The increase in throughput is indicative of both the terminal's capacity to handle larger volumes and the resilience of the maritime supply chain in adapting to fluctuating market demands. As reported by [Seatrade Maritime](https://www.seatrade-maritime.com/ports-logistics/ictsi-s-contecon-manzanillo-surpasses-12m-teu), this achievement positions Contecon Manzanillo as a key player in facilitating trade and enhancing the competitiveness of the Mexican port sector.
These developments highlight the ongoing evolution within the maritime industry, with significant investments in renewable energy and port infrastructure playing crucial roles in shaping the future of global trade and energy sustainability.
#offshore wind#geotechnical survey#port throughput#renewable energy#logistics
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