One of the companies building an offshore wind farm off the coast of Ocean City has taken another step toward the project’s start.

US Wind, Inc. has entered into a contract with Gulf Island Fabrication, LLC for the procurement of a meteorological tower and support structure, according to a company release.

“This contract with Gulf Island Fabrication marks a significant milestone in US Wind’s aim to deliver the intended sustainable wind energy and job and economic benefits to the Maryland economy,” said Riccardo Toto, US Wind president and CEO.

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