Our history and timeline
Fugro was founded as an engineering company on 2 May 1962. Our name is an abbreviation of the Dutch words for Foundation Technology & Soil Mechanics.
Our history has taken us to where we are today, starting with our very first cone penetration test for a Belgian motorway. Today, Fugro is an industry-leader providing advanced geotechnical and geophysical surveys to some of the most prestigious organisations in the world.
Take a look through our timeline to see how Fugro evolved over the years. From that very first CPT test to owning the largest archive of Geo-data in the industry, we are so grateful for our history as that’s what’s made us who we are today.

What we do at Fugro
The more you know, the smaller the risk. Founded as an engineering company in the 60s, Fugro have led the way in creating a safe and liveable world with advanced Geo-data, actionable insights and expert consultancy. Today, we stand proud with over 11,000 experts working across 52 countries. Find out more about how Fugro’s expertise can support your project across its life cycle.