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Here's some exciting news!! Introducing our new website🌟 We’ve changed – For the better! But it’s all good – we’ve just launched our new look website. It’s now even easier (we hope!) to find your preferred services and discover some exciting new ones at the same time. With better navigation and more in-depth service information, we hope you like it as much as we do. Here are some key features and benefits you can expect: ✅Streamlined navigation for shipping and offshore energy industries ✅Rich content with updated service information ✅Interactive map solution for worldwide weather insights ✅Improved communication channels for prompt assistance Your feedback matters We value your opinion and would love to hear your thoughts on our new website.Thank you to our valued customers and collaborators for contributing to this launch. Your support is invaluable. #maritimeindustry #websitelaunch #offshorewind #offshoreindustry #shippingindustry

How Can Historical Weather Data Optimize Charterer-Operator Negotiations? In this Digital Ship webinar, Benjamin Fahrig Fahrig, Voyage Audit Report Analyst at Weathernews Inc., will explain how historical weather data is key to enhancing vessel performance and facilitating charterer-operator negotiations. Key discussion points include: ➡️Enhancing predictions for voyage time and fuel consumption ➡️Accurately resolving weather-related claims with data-driven insights ➡️Leveraging advanced data processing and satellite technology 📅 Date: October 22, 2024 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/enVgj-St We look forward to seeing you in the webinar.

🌪️ Rapid Intensification: The Impact of Hurricanes Helene, Milton, and Kirk With the recent destruction caused by #HurricaneHelene and the ongoing threats from Hurricanes #Milton and #Kirk, both rapidly intensifying, the importance of ensemble forecasting and probabilistic methods is increasingly evident. These advanced forecasting techniques provide crucial insights to help understand risks for maritime operations. At Weathernews, we offer actionable insights to improve vessel performance and route planning during extreme weather conditions. Join us this Thursday, October 10th, at The Digital Ship Autumn Conference to learn how our expertise and solutions can support your maritime operations. Don’t miss the presentation by Filotas Paschos and Vasiliki Kouroupaki, who will showcase how our weather-driven insights provide actionable strategies to enhance vessel performance and improve decision-making during severe weather events. #maritimeindustry #safetyatsea #weatherintelligence #extremeweather #weatherforecasting #climatechange #hurricaneseason #shippingindustry

Record Amazon River Declines Highlight Urgent Climate Challenges Due to severe drought in Brazil, the mighty Amazon tributaries are facing record-low water levels, exposing vast riverbeds and threatening local ecosystems, including iconic species like the Amazon river dolphins. The current drought, driven by climate change, deforestation, and an intense El Niño, reveals stark vulnerabilities in one of the world’s most critical regions for biodiversity and climate regulation. While these events illustrate the global impact of changing weather patterns, they also highlight the urgent need for comprehensive climate risk management. At Weathernews, we provide climate risk analytics and monitoring tools that help businesses assess and adapt to these growing challenges, ensuring resilience in an increasingly unpredictable climate. Reach out to our experts via our website to explore how we can assist with your climate risk strategy. https://lnkd.in/egmabPX3 #climatechange #Drought #weatherrisk #businesscontinuity #Sustainability #weatherintelligence #amazon #brazil #climaterisk

Driving Maritime Sustainability in Limassol Yesterday, Weathernews sponsored the 1st CSN Mediterranean Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Conference in Limassol, Cyprus. The event gathered maritime leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss pressing issues surrounding alternative fuels, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Key discussions emphasized the industry's shift toward greener practices, focusing on: ➡️Alternative Fuels: Understanding their environmental impact and integration into maritime operations. ➡️Energy Efficiency: Strategies to optimize vessel routes and reduce operational costs. ➡️Regulatory Landscape: Navigating complex regulations to meet emissions reduction goals. Filotas Paschos and Manos KIOUSIS represented Weathernews at the conference and reported back on a highly insightful event covering key challenges facing Cyprus' maritime community. A special thank you to Cyprus Shipping News for organizing such an interesting event! “We look forward to continuing these discussions at the upcoming 3rd Greece Shipping ICT Conference on November 21st,” said Manos KIOUSIS, Business Development Manager at Weathernews. What are your thoughts on the future of sustainability in the maritime industry? Let’s keep the conversation going! #energy #sustainability #renewableenergy #conference #shipping #maritimeindustry

Introducing Our Mobile Fleet Status Monitoring Solution! With the new mobile version of Fleet Status Monitoring, SeaNavigator is even easier to use on the go! Track your vessels in real-time and benefit from enhanced features developed to improve operation efficiency and safety. Key Features 👇  ✅Real-Time Vessel Tracking: Monitor your fleet’s locations and routes on an interactive map, anytime, anywhere. ✅Weather Risk Insights: Access the latest weather conditions alongside your vessel positions for better decision-making. ✅AIS & Validated Vessel Data Integration: A visualization of past and current positions of AIS, along with predicted displacement as a result of OSR-recommended routes, is available. ✅Custom Fleet Grouping: Create personalized vessel groups in settings to streamline your monitoring. ✅Instant Notifications: Receive timely alerts for any irregularities directly to your smartphone for immediate action. This mobile solution empowers you to monitor your fleet more effectively and enhance safety measures amidst the challenges posed by climate change, as we highlighted in our previous posts. Ready to enhance your maritime operations? Reach out to our experts today! #maritimeindustry #maritimetech #weatherintelligence #safetyatsea

In a recent post on Tropical Storm Francine, we discussed the urgent need for robust maritime preparedness as storms become more intense and unpredictable. In response to climate change, storm patterns are shifting significantly, which makes it essential for the #maritimeindustry to adapt. Hurricane Ian, which made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm on September 28, 2022, exemplifies these challenges. With winds exceeding 150 mph, Ian was responsible for at least 125 fatalities and caused an estimated $80 to $100 billion in damages, severely affecting key ports along the southeastern U.S. The Influence of Climate Change: Rising ocean temperatures, a direct result of #climatechange, played an important role in Ian's rapid intensification. Sea surface temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico were 1°C to 2°C above average, enabling the storm to strengthen significantly. This warming also increases the moisture capacity of the atmosphere, leading to extreme rainfall rates and heightened operational risks. Tracking Storms and Mitigating Risks: Accurate forecasting is crucial as storms become more unpredictable. Weathernews employs advanced #forecasting methods, including: 📊Data Assimilation: Integrating proprietary #weather observations enhances model accuracy, filling data gaps that can compromise forecasts. 📈Probabilistic Forecasting: Generating multiple scenarios allows us to assess the probability of various outcomes, such as wave heights exceeding safety thresholds. 👨💼24/7 Human Support: Our meteorologists and voyage planners provide real-time insights, assisting vessel operators in making informed decisions during storm events. Port Disruptions and Responses: Hurricane Ian led to significant port disruptions. Major ports like Tampa Bay and Manatee halted operations, causing ripple effects across the supply chain. The Port of Savannah experienced delays as vessels were diverted, underscoring the broader impact of storm-induced closures. Solutions for storm impact mitigation: To support our clients in the maritime industry, Weathernews offers solutions like the Berth Waiting Forecast, which analyzes AIS data to predict potential delays and optimize voyages, ensuring safety and operational efficiency even in adverse weather conditions 🌐⚠️. Enhance your storm preparedness with data-driven forecasting and maritime insights. Find the link to our solutions in the comments 👇

How much does the weather influence your daily routine or wellbeing? We all experience the effects of weather in different ways—whether it’s a sunny day lifting our spirits or rain slowing us down. Weather conditions impact our daily routines and well-being in subtle and profound ways. How much does weather influence your day-to-day life? Vote below and share how it affects your productivity or work-life balance in the comments!" Let us know how the weather impacts your mood or productivity in the comments! 

Earlier this week, we welcomed Pacific Basin Shipping Limited to the Weathernews Inc. Global Center in Chiba, Japan. Weathernews has been partnering with Pacific Basin for several years to maintain the safety and efficiency of its fleet of modern Handysize and Supramax dry bulkers. Our three productive days together show the importance of collaboration and strong relationships with valued partners like Pacific Basin. Such collaborations are essential for enhancing safety, optimizing voyages, and driving digital transformation in the maritime industry. As a result of our discussions, we agreed to work closely on a range of initiatives that will further enhance our ability to deliver actionable data, and weather intelligence insights. We appreciate the presence of Capt Uttam K. Jaiswal, General Manager of Commercial Voyage Optimization; Capt. Krishna Kumar Kakarla, Risk Safety & Security Manager; and Theo Salvo, Project Management Lead. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Pacific Basin. #partnerships #collaboration #maritimeindustry #weatherintelligence

With #HurricaneHelene having made landfall in Florida, fluctuations in its forecast highlight the need for accuracy in weather predictions. This week, we noted significant changes in forecast updates within just six hours, illustrating the importance of not overinterpreting individual forecasts and instead utilizing ensemble forecasting and probabilistic methods. For example, one model's member initially predicted a potentially catastrophic impact on the Florida panhandle by Thursday at 09:00 UTC, suggesting a record-setting storm. However, only six hours later, the same model member indicated a considerably weaker system for the same timeframe. As Filotas Paschos, our Meteorologist and Business Development Manager, emphasizes, “Understanding these models and their outputs is crucial; algorithms relying solely on individual forecasts can lead to poor decision-making. The combination of our high-resolution prognostic weather model and the probabilistic output provided by ensemble forecasting, along with the expertise of our meteorologists, can deliver accurate information in advance, promoting the safety of both crew and vessel.” Our SeaNavigator visuals display the probabilities of Hurricane Helene’s movement and the positions of nearby vessels, illustrating the importance of accurate forecasting in mitigating extreme weather conditions. For further guidance on the importance of forecast accuracy and tropical storm mitigation, feel free to reach out to our experts here: https://lnkd.in/eGPyGRMa