Maritime Ensure safe and smooth maritime operations with Vaisala's diverse port, coastal, ship, helideck, and offshore weather monitoring instruments and systems. 80 + years of experience 120 + countries served 20 + offices worldwide 80 + years of experience 120 + countries served 20 + offices worldwide Overview Overview Image Weather and environmental insights are the greatest catalysts for successful maritime operations—onshore and offshore. From sensors to systems and digital services, Vaisala provides actionable insights that empower stakeholders to confidently meet new challenges and harness new opportunities. Our globally trusted maritime weather solutions enable remarkable efficiency gains, digital transformation, the protection of people and investments while supporting clean and responsible operations. Master the weather, master the sea Master the weather, master the sea Image Vaisala enables stakeholders to harness incredible new possibilities while facing increased severe weather risks driven by climate change. We do this by providing the most advanced weather and environmental insights available anywhere. Guided by our weather measurement expertise, we’re advancing maritime operations and empowering today’s leaders to master the sea like never before. Currents of innovation Currents of innovation Image Maritime is evolving, and the currents of innovation are taking us to a more sustainable and weather-aware industry. Vaisala is the world’s most trusted partner for helping maritime leaders navigate this evolution. Fueled by our proven scientific leadership and innovative spirit, we have led the way in providing unparalleled weather and environmental solutions across a multitude of industries for generations. We give maritime stakeholders the most comprehensive weather intelligence available so they can innovate across their entire ecosystem to protect of people, resources, and infrastructures. Oceans of insight Oceans of insight Image The maritime industry is a complex ecosystem, with valuable information to be found everywhere. In the atmosphere. In the water. In the movements and topographies of the sea. In complex offshore and onshore hubs of commerce. Vaisala’s integrated, end-to-end weather solutions are uniquely capable of transforming oceans of information into concrete, practical insights to enable better decision making. These insights turn uncertainty into confidence, risk into readiness, and potential into power. Our preeminent weather technologies give maritime stakeholders a new competitive advantage: the ability to derive previously unattainable insights from everything around them. Champions for sustainability Champions for sustainability Image Vaisala partners with maritime stakeholders to support a proactive, informed approach to navigating sustainability initiatives. Our unsurpassed onshore and offshore weather intelligence helps the maritime industry achieve cleaner and more responsible operations, stay ahead of regulatory pressures, and confidently manage risks related to extreme weather. This partnership also strengthens the health of Earth’s oceanic ecosystems and the communities of which we are all part. Solutions Port weather Port and terminal safety, plus cargo handling efficiency, are improved with reliable real-time weather observation and supplemental historic information. Learn more Sustainable ports Monitoring port emissions is the first step toward controlling pollution levels and achieving a sustainable, green harbor environment that’s healthy for all. Learn more Coastal weather observations Trusted observation offering coastal weather monitoring options from sensors all the way to turnkey solutions for Coastal Surveillance Systems. Learn more Ship instrumentation Best-in-class weather instruments and systems keep vessels safe and maritime operations smooth with accurate weather observation and sea state data customized for your needs. Learn more Helideck monitoring Reliable, accurate marine weather data is critical for keeping crew members and helicopter operations safe, and for keeping delays in check. Learn more Offshore environmental monitoring Dependable, real-time marine weather monitoring and oceanographical observations for safer helicopter flights, lifting operations, navigation, docking, and subsea operations. Learn more Resources Brochure Vaisala Offshore Weather Awareness Read how Vaisala Offshore Weather Awareness ensures the safety of your weather critical offshore operations. Download PDF BROCHURE Mastering severe weather and rough seas Safety, security and efficiency are top requirements in maritime operations, and weather can have a serious affect on each of these. DOWNLOAD PDF BROCHURE Vaisala Helideck Monitoring System As the leading weather equipment supplier for Helideck Monitoring Systems globally, Vaisala helps offshore helicopters operate safely in challenging environments where the weather can be dangerous. DOWNLOAD PDF BROCHURE Wind and weather insights for offshore oil & gas operations Vaisala’s Offshore Weather Awareness solutions provide real-time wind and weather insights to enhance the safety and efficiency of offshore oil and gas helicopter operations, ensuring reliable decision-making in challenging maritime environments. DOWNLOAD PDF Security brief Weather observation network safety Learn how Vaisala is providing trustworthy and reliable weather data with industry-leading IoT security for a better connected world. Download PDF Blogs Blog New survey: Help shape the future of wind-assisted vessels Accurate, reliable wind and weather sensing technologies play an important role in helping to ensure wind-assisted propulsion is harnessed to its fullest potential. Read more Blog Expert insights: The importance of accurate weather data in improving the safety of offshore helicopter operations Interview with Steffen Bechtel, Managing Director and Founder, windpark heliflight consulting GmbH. Read more Blog Enhancing offshore safety through weather intelligence: A critical step for the wind power industry As the offshore wind energy industry continues its rapid expansion, ensuring the safety of workers and assets in these remote and often dangerous environments has never been more crucial. Read more Blog How Vaisala’s wind sensing technology helps to propel sustainable shipping operations Discover how Vaisala’s cutting-edge weather technology is driving the wind-assisted ship (WASP) market forward, enhancing fuel efficiency and sustainability in maritime operations. Read more Blog The winds of change are blowing in shipping markets Vaisala is cooperating with Norsepower whose Rotor Sail solution for wind-assisted vessel markets has recently won the air category of the international Energy Globe Award, recognizing it as a key driver for environmental change. Read more Blog Enhancing safety of offshore helicopter operations Interview with Tim Rolfe, Chief Executive Officer at HeliOffshore. Read more Blog Offshore wind development is booming How to secure more reliable weather window estimates for efficient and safe offshore wind farm installations. Read more Webinars Webinar The future-proof CAP 437-certified Vaisala Helideck Monitoring System Join this engaging, informative webinar to learn about the Vaisala Helideck Monitoring System — among the first to achieve CAP 437 certification as set by the UK Civil Aviation Authority for offshore helicopter landing areas. Access webinar Webinar Optimizing offshore wind farm construction and maintenance operations with more accurate weather awareness insight Wind farms are expanding — especially offshore into deeper waters. The weather is harsh and less predictable farther from shore, risking safety and operational efficiency. Delays and repairs can easily cost millions. Access webinar Webinar Sustainable shipping: the future of smart wind propulsion Join our webinar to explore how advanced weather sensing and smart wind propulsion technologies are shaping the future of sustainable shipping. Access webinar Webinar Striking distance: How weather and lightning data supports safe, efficient offshore helicopter operations Learn how real-time weather and lightning data are crucial for enhancing the safety and efficiency of offshore helicopter operations. Access webinar Webinar Masterclass: Offshore weather awareness and safety Join our masterclass to explore how cutting-edge weather awareness solutions are enhancing safety and operational efficiency in the offshore industry. Access webinar Success stories Optimizing wind-assisted shipping with precise wind measurements Discover how MARIN, using Vaisala’s WindCube® Nacelle and WINDCAP® Ultrasonic Wind Sensor, optimized wind-assisted propulsion on the Canopée vessel, enhancing fuel efficiency and significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions through precise wind measurements. Download PDF Optimized performance for wind-assisted vessels with Norsepower Discover how Norsepower optimizes wind-assisted propulsion using accurate wind data from Vaisala WindCube Nacelle. Download PDF Enhanced safety and efficiency for offshore helicopter operations How PT Timas Samudera Indonesia uses CAP 437-compliant Vaisala Helideck Monitoring System in their multipurpose offshore construction vessel. Download PDF Automatic weather station supports marine scientific research Safe and efficient marine scientific research aboard scientific research vessel Tan Kah Kee of Xiamen University. Download PDF Optimized cargo handling through real-time weather insights How the global forest industry company UPM is advancing their situational weather awareness to reduce cargo damages and increase operational efficiency. Download PDF Safer seafaring with real-time lightning insights How Navimeteo is improving its marine weather forecasting, nowcasting and monitoring services with GLD360 lightning data and alerts. Download PDF Local weather insights for optimal marine ranch operations A marine ranch in China improves operational resiliency with local Vaisala meteorological observations. Download PDF Using remote wind monitoring to optimize wind-assisted propulsion How MARIN is gaining performance and optimization insights for wind-assisted propulsion systems with Vaisala WindCube Scan. Download PDF Weatherproof measurements in arctic conditions How reliable weather insights are helping the most advanced polar research vessel in the world conduct marine and climate science in Antarctic waters. Download PDF Weather insights propel stronger offshore wind farm operations How France is bolstering safety and efficiency while avoiding costly delays in offshore wind farms with reliable, real-time weather insights. Download PDF Meeting the wind head on - Using the WindCube Scan to help minimize wind impact on port operations Wind is, by far, the number one weather-related challenge affecting port operations and vessels at seaports. Learn how improved wind monitoring and modeling accuracy facilitates overall safer port operations Download PDF Onshore and Offshore Observation Challenges? There’s a Better Way. We’ll show you how to improve operations and safety with complete maritime weather and environmental monitoring systems. Our broad range of scalable solutions keeps you on task and costs down. Contact us Maritime Newsletter Sign Up Stay up to date with the latest Maritime products, trends, events and information that is relevant to you. Sign up today
80 + years of experience 120 + countries served 20 + offices worldwide 80 + years of experience 120 + countries served 20 + offices worldwide