Geodis sets course for floating wind power
In partnership with Eiffage Métal, we transported and launched three floating wind turbine assemblies, each weighing 2,500 tonnes. A major logistical achievement that contributed to one of the world’s largest floating offshore wind farms.
Solving a complex challenge
Setting out from the port of Marseille in France’s Bouches-du-Rhône department, this monumental project—led by a Geodis special project team—ran from late April to early June 2025. The team successfully towed and then launched three floating wind turbine assemblies into the Mediterranean Sea. We used a semi-submersible barge purpose-built for the task to transport the 2,500-tonne turbine structures. Safely submerging these massive assemblies required advanced engineering expertise up front, particularly in calculating the barge’s load distribution. Perfect weather conditions were essential, and we executed the launch without a hitch.
The fact that Geodis managed two successful launches in six days just shows how technically savvy they are, and it’s proof that floating wind projects are feasible on a commercial scale.
Global Manager Offshore Wind Solutions, Geodis Project Logistics
A successful project, with more to come
The floating turbines were part of the Éoliennes Flottantes du Golfe du Lion project (EFGL), a French public-private partnership. Capable of generating up to 30 MW, EFGL accounts for 10% of currently installed offshore wind capacity. Geodis’ role in this successful pilot project marks a major milestone in offshore logistics, and positions us as a key player in the emerging offshore wind industry.
GEODIS Marks a Milestone in Offshore Wind Logistics
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