For weeks now, unseasonably warm temperatures have settled across much earlier than anticipated.
The digital transformation that has affected so much of how we live and work has had an equally dramatic effect on media — i.e.
Since the dawn of electricity, utility companies have been battling the weather. Falling trees due to wind and heavy ice or snow can topple electrical powerlines.
This winter, there has been widespread media coverage concerning a split polar vortex in the Northeast US and parts of Europe — with freezing temperatures,...
We spoke with our Offshore Wind Specialist and thought leader, Anna Hilden, for her insight into the latest changes and advances within the industry, specifically...
Upon departure from Halifax, the Master advised that the vessel needed to sail via the English Channel for pilotage considerations.
In the Great Lakes and upper Mississippi Valley, snow this late in the season is not rare.
As the East Coast is undergoing its fourth nor’easter in just three weeks, it’s timely to take a closer look at these legendary storms. This...
StormGeo’s ship routing services help Aurora Tankers Management to save time, fuel and money – significantly reducing greenhouse gases in the process.
Accessing a turbine tower from a small vessel is not without risk for the technician, and it is essential that vessel masters get the best...
As for profits, a well-predicted megawatt hour is worth much more than an ill-predicted megawatt hour on the power markets.
While winter is still raging in the northern hemisphere and summer gradually ending in the southern hemisphere, it is never an inappropriate time to be...
Top 3 questions about the influence of weather on offshore wind farms, and how you can benefit from accurate weather forecasting
Weather plays an important part in the operations and maintenance of an offshore wind farm, as it determines when you can access the turbines, so...
There are seemingly countless ways in which weather and other environmental parameters affect the world of shipping.
Ships sailing the route from the Mediterranean Sea to northern Europe, and vice-versa, face the Bay of Biscay and the decisions for crossing the region...
This support includes access to BVS, and FDSS for their onshore support lead Olav to analyze route options.
With StormGeo's assistance, the Rowegians were able to surpass their goal of crossing the Atlantic in 59 days - making it in 36! StormGeo provided...
While Mark Twain makes two very excellent points in the grand scheme of weather and preparedness, it is true that you cannot alter the course...
This year however, there is another element to be aware of.
In this case, for which StormGeo provided Optimum Ship Routing, a Voyage Performance Report and follow-up support, the vessel’s description contained the following quote:"WITHIN THE...
1. Where did Hurricane Irma start?It became a tropical storm around 16.4N, 30.3W in the tropical N-Atlantic at August 30th 1500UTC. This is approx.
August 31, 2017 is when monitoring plans need to be submitted to verification companies for approval.
According to the latest analysis from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center, there is a 65% chance of a weak to...
The following bulletin was issued by the Japanese Meteorological Agency, which has WMO responsibility for the area:
Why is the EU implementing MRV?
Let’s start with some technical information to better understand tropical cyclones, and them we will discuss commercial considerations. Here are their descriptions.
There are many reasons for this. For one, many smaller companies adopt an “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mentality designed to maintain a...
Firmly established as one of the leading dry bulk shipping operators in China, Topsheen Shipping Ltd.
Weather can pose an imminent, frightening and paradigm-changing threat to any business.
As a waterway the Panama Canal has continued to be developed and today can accept what are generally referred to as Panamax sized vessels that...
Though most businesses have a preparedness strategy in place, these strategies are particularly vulnerable to complacency.
While there are benefits, operators must evaluate potential problems: the ramifications of speed instruction while considering weather conditions en route, and that fact that ships...
As the owner of a 64-ship fleet, Containerschiffreederei Claus-Peter Offen had a vital need for operational data for each one of its ships.
More than three months after the storm’s initial destruction, many business owners are still trying to find their feet, paying recovery expenses out of their...
Taken from Offshore Magazine, February 2017
Performance is at the center of pool point assignment, however, the complicating factor is finding an equitable way to understand performance across a range of...
Unexpected events have a way of shining a bright light on a business’s greatest deficiency.
We often overlook the risks associated with events of any magnitude until they arrive, but consider what a lack of preparedness could engender.
For any company in the ship charter industry, accurately predicting the weather and its effect on a ship’s course is mission critical.
Unsurprisingly, natural disasters carry heavy financial burdens. Research done for the “Annual Disaster Statistical Review” in 2013 shows these occurrences cost the U.S.
One of the most important tasks for offshore accommodation vessels (flotels) today is providing a safe passage for personnel to the host installation.
Emergency weather planning is important for business. No matter how tight of a ship you run, Mother Nature remains unpredictable and one never knows when...
Try as you might, you can't stop Mother Nature. Once a powerful tornado or snowstorm decides to bear down on your community, no amount of...
Missed deadlines happen—sometimes, it’s unavoidable. In the case of weather-related construction delays, it’s key to determine just how preventable a stoppage was when it comes...
If you missed it earlier this month, StormGeo hosted its first webinar: "Winter is Coming; 5 Tips to Ensure Safe and Efficient routes this Winter."...
If not, there is the very real risk for huge revenue losses, crippling facility damage, staff and operational turmoil, and compromised customer service, all of...
Thousands of area residents had to leave, and many businesses shut down to prepare for the worst-case scenario.
However, the problem may not just be the next port that a ship is going to, but it could be 2-3 ports down the line...
The connected ship is something we all know is moving forward with a great deal of momentum.
As it lingered in the Atlantic and threatened the Jersey Shore, Gov. Chris Christie declared a state of emergency.
An example of this can be seen on the voyages up from Singapore to China/Korea/Japan, where the delays during a voyage can be extensive without...
Banks in the affected communities faced two challenges: operating through the weather event and navigating complex regulatory procedures to balance the best interests of the...
The group’s data scientists’ main responsibilities include downloading global model data from various sources, running and developing in-house models and converting incoming data to formats...
The challenge of providing advice to avoid severe weather conditions leads to more time consuming voyages and in depth report analysis keep staff busy.
In the brutal Arctic climate, the risks posed by severe storms and floating ice challenge enterprises to keep their operations safe.
Optimizing our operations has strong benefits, both for our clients and our company.
Companies do this even when stakes are high, relying on free weather apps and TV forecasts to track storms in their areas, thinking they’re saving money.
As the madness of the winter season turns its attention from the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere, we expect to see changing weather that...
The Texas Medical Center (TMC), located in Houston, TX, is no stranger to flooding.
In this guest post, Scott Jeffries, industry manager of onshore corporate services for a provider of professional weather services, provides advice on key areas for...
And while hospitals are required to be stocked and self-sufficient for up to 96 hours, that doesn't mean all of those supplies are on site.
For hospitals and healthcare facilities, that can mean losing millions of dollars if weather impacts operations for even one day.
This report is a great source of information for energy traders, analysts, and anyone looking for comprehensive insights into the market, and will be available...
The financial impact of severe weather on utility companies is a major point that utility companies consider.
However, that increased use comes with a caveat. The more heat electrical lines carry, the more current they have, and the higher the likelihood of...
A long-term forecast can help companies get a better idea of when wind or solar energy demands will be at their highest, predict energy trading...
The utility industry is also not exempt from perceptions. Thirty years ago a snowstorm would impact a power grid (or many power grids) and the...
Rightfully so, weather factors into how we approach these subjects. On a larger scale, CFOs and other high-ranking business officials should keep weather forecasts in...
Some patrons walk out; new ones are turned away. Without electricity, staffers can’t ring up meals customers already ordered.
Fortunately, the hospital has back-up generators to keep their power on. That's smart emergency planning for healthcare professionals for just such emergencies.
And even though suspending business for a period of just a few days can lead to permanent closure within three years, only 25 percent of...
In this video, StormGeo's Chris Hebert discusses:
This type of fog can impact ports all around the world, at just about any time of year, as is the case in San Francisco...
As you analyze the energy efficiency of your fleet voyages and EEOI calculations, it is also helpful to recognize the impact of sophisticated weather routing...
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Whether it’s sending executives to travel abroad or trying to not to strand employees due to facility breakdowns, Target uses advanced weather technology and other...
In today's shipping market that continues to be under a great deal of pressure, it becomes increasingly important to see how your assets are positioned...
A series of very intense storms have swept across the North Atlantic Ocean during the first half of this year bringing periods of strong gale...
On 01 January 2014 a new evolution in the North American Emission Control Area (ECA) came into force.
StormGeo is frequently asked questions along the following lines:
StormGeo is known for its ability to provide accurate en-route and post voyage data regarding weather and vessel performance to our customers.
StormGeo is an EU MRV Certified supplier. Learn how StormGeo with 20+ years of experience in ship routing, data collection and data storage can guide...
Imagine having as much as 120 hours to reschedule incoming supplies and outgoing product, or avoiding a shut-down because of the foresight to clear warehouses...
