Fugro teams with Jacobs to enhance US infrastructure on Wake Island

Managing complex projects in remote locations is nothing new for Fugro. The company has a proven history of successfully handling such challenges, including on Wake Island for Jacobs. In April, Fugro completed fieldwork for an onshore site investigation to support facility upgrades. The project required a robust mobilisation plan, which included the establishment of high-speed data links for near real-time access to field data. This strategic investment will also benefit the upcoming nearshore geotechnical investigation.

Fieldwork for the nearshore project will begin in early August and last approximately two months. In the meantime, Fugro is undertaking the important task of mobilising assets to the far-flung site. This includes transporting one of its modular jack-up barges along with specialised geotechnical sampling equipment. To ensure the safe and efficient offloading of equipment upon arrival, the mobilisation will also feature a mobile crane, as standard port facilities are unavailable on the island.

“Building resilient infrastructure begins with a deep understanding of the ground and Fugro is committed to providing that critical geo-intelligence to our clients, no matter the remoteness,” said Céline Gerson, Fugro’s Group Director for the Americas and President of Fugro USA. “We’re proud to work in continued partnership with Jacobs, de-risking the development process and helping ensure the long-term viability of this strategic hub for US activities in the region.”