# sofarocean.com

> AI-optimized mirror of sofarocean.com containing 613 pages totalling 244,666 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://sofarocean.com. Last updated: 2026-07-19T04:08:35.284Z.

Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG).

## Homepage

- [Spotter Dashboard](/content/spotters/index.html) (43 words)
- [Wayfinder Demo Library - Interactive Tutorials](/content/voyage-simulator-demos/index.html): Learn how to use Wayfinder through comprehensive demo videos covering voyage simulation, optimization, and reporting. (1,544 words)
- [The Ultimate Guide to Marine Protected Areas | Sofar Ocean](/content/mpa-ultimate-guide/index.html): A comprehensive resource for MPA managers: understand marine protection challenges, evaluate monitoring solutions, and build effective strategies with real-world case studies. (37 words)
- [NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts (NHCI)](/content/nopphurricane/index.html) (335 words)
- [Authentication | Sofar API](/content/docs/index.html) (110 words)
- [weather/index.html](/content/weather/index.html) (28 words)
- [Spotter Scenario Builder | Sofar Ocean](/content/spotter-scenario-builder/index.html): Design and visualize ocean monitoring networks with Sofar Spotter technology. Build sensor networks for marine protection, maritime domain awareness, and more. (178 words)
- [Spotter Configurator | Sofar Ocean](/content/spotter-configurator/index.html): Configure your Spotter ocean monitoring system with smart moorings, sensors, and data plans. Build a custom solution for marine research and environmental monitoring. (133 words)
- [Underwater Sound Library](/content/underwater-sound-library/index.html) (58 words)
- [Sofar Ocean - The Leading Ocean Intelligence Platform](/content/site-root.html): Sofar Ocean is the leading ocean intelligence platform, closing the data gap for better predictability and outcomes. (367 words)

## Articles & Blog Posts

- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/post-forwarding-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/post-forwarding-md.html) (736 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/latest-data-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/latest-data-md.html) (411 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/search-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/search-md.html) (449 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/wave-data-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/wave-data-md.html) (405 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-data-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-data-md.html) (580 words)
- [(GET) Search | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/search/index.html): Retrieve data from Spotters within a specified geospatial area during a specified time window. (405 words)
- [(GET) Latest Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/latest-data/index.html): Retrieve most recent device status and measurement data from a specified Spotter. (402 words)
- [(GET) Historical Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/wave-data/index.html): Retrieve historical data collected by a specified Spotter within a specified time window. (394 words)
- [(POST) Forwarding of Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/post-forwarding/index.html): Forward newly generated data to your delivery endpoints via POST request. (668 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/wave-spectra-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/wave-spectra-md.html) (443 words)
- [(GET) Sensor Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-data/index.html): Retrieve data collected by a specified Spotter's Smart Mooring sensors during a specified time window. (642 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/fetch-devices-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/fetch-devices-md.html) (224 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring-md.html) (56 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-configuration-history-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-configuration-history-md.html) (696 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data-md.html) (38 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/readme-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/readme-md.html) (132 words)
- [docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring-md.html](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring-md.html) (43 words)
- [Smart Mooring Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/index.html): Get access to data collected by Smart Moorings sensors via an HTTPs JSON API. (66 words)
- [Wave Spectra | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/wave-spectra/index.html): The Wave Spectra API provides full spectra 7-day forecast from the Sofar Operational WaveWatch III Model. (506 words)
- [(GET) Devices | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/fetch-devices/index.html): Retrieve a list of Spotters associated with your account. (180 words)
- [Spotter Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/index.html): Get access to data collected by Spotter devices via an HTTPs JSON API. (51 words)
- [Authentication | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/index.html) (127 words)
- [Spotter & Smart Mooring | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/index.html): The Spotter & Smart Mooring API gives you access to data transmitted by your Spotter and any attached Smart Mooring sensors via telemetry. (29 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/search-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/search-md.html) (696 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-data-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-data-md.html) (698 words)
- [(GET) Sensor Configuration History | Sofar API](/content/docs/revisions/i4w2yzzyzxcm4umsnsvx/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-configuration-history/index.html): Retrieve Smart Mooring sensor configurations reported by a specified Spotter during a specified time window. (662 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/cs3xrp7og5yjvr3bnbkt/index.html) (29 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/mftlx-vu6ohriqwh4oz/index.html) (29 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/latest-data-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/latest-data-md.html) (1,302 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/mj9cijoixr4ix0h2djv/index.html) (28 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/mfg-4ndvndx0p8w-ftw/index.html) (29 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/5qonb4avtmgcizybygch/index.html) (28 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/wave-data-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/wave-data-md.html) (1,139 words)
- [Validation of COAMPS-TC forecasts of Hurricane Ian: Florida landfall](/content/nopphurricane/updates/validation-of-coamps-tc-forecasts-of-hurricane-ian-florida-landfall.html): Jon Moskaitis, Will Komaromi, and James Doyle (NRL-Monterey) (913 words)
- [Nederhoff](/content/nopphurricane/teams/nederhoff/index.html) (519 words)
- [Romeiser](/content/nopphurricane/teams/romeiser/index.html) (536 words)
- [Directional Wave Spectra Drifter Array Measures Massive Waves on Hurricane Ian’s Approach](/content/nopphurricane/updates/directional-wave-spectra-drifter-array-measures-massive-waves-on-hurricane-ians-approach.html): by Martha Schönau, Luca Centurioni, Steve Jayne, and Elizabeth Sanabia (697 words)
- [Task 1 – P.I. Gesch](/content/nopphurricane/updates/task-1-p-i-gesch/index.html): Coastal Elevation Models and Land Surface Variables for Use in Forecasting Hurricane Impacts (700 words)
- [(GET) Search | Sofar API](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/search/index.html): Retrieve data from Spotters within an area for a specified time window. (626 words)
- [Task 3B - Jenna Brown](/content/nopphurricane/updates/task-3b-jenna-brown/index.html) (343 words)
- [NHCI teams meet for 2022 all-hands meeting](/content/nopphurricane/updates/nhci-2022-all-hands-meeting/index.html): From November 29 to December 1st, all ten NHCI teams gathered at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, for the 2022 all-hands meeting. (141 words)
- [2023 Hurricane Season and a look back at Ian](/content/nopphurricane/updates/2023-hurricane-season-look-back-ian/index.html): The Deltares team forecasts 2023 hurricane activity for the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic coasts, and looks back at predictions for Hurricane Ian. (153 words)
- [(GET) Sensor Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-data/index.html): Retrieve Smart Mooring data from a Spotter for a specified time window. (534 words)
- [Coastline Changes Extracted From SAR Images](/content/nopphurricane/updates/coastline-changes-extracted-sar-images/index.html): Example result featuring COSMO-SkyMed SAR images obtained by the University of Miami's remote sensing team in the hours after the landfall of Hurricane Ian. (279 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/ly1n-eqd23hnsjaanhp/index.html) (28 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/mgrqhmvfdct2ue0d9qb/index.html) (28 words)
- [Presentations at IGARSS 2023](/content/nopphurricane/updates/presentations-igarss-2023/index.html): At IGARSS 2023 in Pasadena, CA, the PIs of the two Task 2 remote sensing groups of the University of Miami and the University of Massachusetts presented results of their Hurricane Ian studies. (180 words)
- [Task 4 – Olabarrieta](/content/nopphurricane/updates/task-4-olabarrieta/index.html): Project Summary (574 words)
- [The Deltares modelling teams present 2023 Hurricane season results at at Seattle all-hands meeting](/content/nopphurricane/updates/the-deeltares-modelling-teams-presents-their-results-on-the-2023-hurricane-season.html): At the Seattle All-hands meeting in November 2023, the Deltares Modelling Team presented their results on the 2023 Hurricane Season. (148 words)
- [Deltares Modelling Results Presented at ICCE2024 and in Storymap](/content/nopphurricane/updates/deltares-modelling-results-icce2024-storymap/index.html): Deltares presented their results on coastal flooding and damages due to hurricanes Ian (2022), Idalia (2023), Beryl (2024) and Francine (2024) at ICCE2024 and in Storymap. (86 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/mflav1cmdq_pcqstcyw/index.html) (10 words)
- [NHCI presents radargrammetry results at TerraSAR-X / TanDEM-X Science Team Meeting 2023](/content/nopphurricane/updates/nhci-radargrammetry-project-results-presented-at-terrasar-x-tandem-x-science-team-meeting-2023.html): Roland Romeiser and Hans Graber of the University of Miami presented NHCI radargrammetry project results at the TerraSAR-X / TanDEM-X Science Team Meeting in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany. (182 words)
- [RUSH: Rapid remote sensing updates of landcover for storm and hurricane forecasts](/content/nopphurricane/updates/rapid-remote-sensing-landcover-storm-hurricane-forecasts.html): A tool for production of rapid-repeat high-resolution coastal vegetation maps has been developed. (241 words)
- [COAMPS-TC Real-time Forecast Support for the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season](/content/nopphurricane/updates/coamps-tc-real-time-forecast-support-for-the-2022-atlantic-hurricane-season.html): The 2022 Atlantic Hurricane season is just around the corner, officially beginning on June 1. New for this season, NRL-Monterey will provide deterministic COAMPS-TC® (Coupled Ocean Atmosphere Mesoscale Prediction System – Tropical Cyclone) forecast fields in real-time to NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts project partners, for the purpose of forcing surge/inundation/wave model forecasts for landfalling Atlantic tropical cyclones (TCs). (438 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/fetch-devices-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/fetch-devices-md.html) (216 words)
- [Luettich](/content/nopphurricane/teams/luettich/index.html) (34 words)
- [Sofar API](/content/docs/pages/hoqebtelcdtvqzqfdtc0/index.html) (10 words)
- [NOAA Unifying Innovations in Forecasting Capabilities Workshop](/content/nopphurricane/updates/noaa-unifying-innovations-in-forecasting-capabilities-workshop.html): July 18-22, 2022, College Park, MD (110 words)
- [Doyle/Moskaitis](/content/nopphurricane/teams/doyle-moskaitis/index.html) (92 words)
- [Olabarrieta](/content/nopphurricane/teams/olabarrieta/index.html) (26 words)
- [Project Scientists Deploy Wave Buoys from NRL P3](/content/nopphurricane/updates/project-scientists-deploy-wave-buoys-nrl-p3/index.html): As part of the NHCI response to Hurricane Lee, researchers in collaboration with the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory Scientific Development Squadron (VXS-1) airdropped wave buoys from a P3 aircraft on Thursday, September 14th, 2023. (73 words)
- [docs/wave-spectra-md.html](/content/docs/wave-spectra-md.html) (469 words)
- [Centurioni](/content/nopphurricane/teams/centurioni/index.html) (71 words)
- [Uncertainties in predicting barrier island morphodynamic response to hurricane impact](/content/nopphurricane/updates/uncertainties-predicting-barrier-island-morphodynamic-response-hurricane-impact.html): In the Coastal Sediments 2023 meeting in New Orleans, Ellen Quataert of the Deltares team shared modelling and observational results of the effect of dune and backbay vegetation on barrier island breaching processes in Florida and North Carolina. (155 words)
- [Gesch](/content/nopphurricane/teams/gesch/index.html) (48 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/post-forwarding-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/post-forwarding-md.html) (751 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data-md.html) (89 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-configuration-history-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-configuration-history-md.html) (613 words)
- [docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring-md.html](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring-md.html) (79 words)
- [SAR Images for Radargrammetry Tests](/content/nopphurricane/updates/sar-images-for-radargrammetry-tests/index.html): The two SAR remote sensing groups at the University of Massachusetts (UMass) and the University of Miami (UMiami) reported in today’s PI meeeting that their industry partners, Capella Space and Airbus Defence and Space, have acquired several SAR images that will be used for algorithm development and testing. (321 words)
- [Hurricane Michael (2018) Imaged by Sentinel-1 SAR](/content/nopphurricane/updates/hurricane-michael-2018-imaged-by-sentinel-1-sar/index.html): The European satellites Sentinel-1A and -1B acquire synthetic aperture radar (SAR) images of coastal regions of the U.S. on a regular basis, and they can be programmed to acquire additional images at times of hurricanes and similar events of interest. The European Space Agency makes all Sentinel-1 imagery available to interested users in near real time, free of charge. Together with the radar intensity images, derived wind fields are provided. (243 words)
- [TerraSAR-X Radargrammetry Products From Airbus Defence and Space](/content/nopphurricane/updates/terrasar-x-radargrammetry-products-from-airbus-defence-and-space.html): The University of Miami group received first radargrammetry results from industry partner Airbus Defence and Space in December. These land topography products are based on a set of SAR images of the area on the Florida panhandle where Hurricane Michael made landfall in 2018. The test images were acquired between August 26 and September 1, 2021, as reported earlier. (413 words)
- [FHICS – Successful forecast of Hurricane Ian impacts](/content/nopphurricane/updates/fhics-successful-forecast-of-hurricane-ian-impacts/index.html): Hurricane Ian was the first 2022 hurricane to make landfall in the continental USA with strong Cat 5 winds and large amounts of rain. The team of Deltares USA, Deltares Netherlands, USGS and NRL successfully applied the COSMOS modelling system to forecast hurricane Ian’s flood and morphological impact. (328 words)
- [Mapping of Hurricane Ida Damages](/content/nopphurricane/updates/mapping-of-hurricane-ida-damages/index.html): In today's PI meeting, the UMass group presented example images of regions affected by the recent landfall of Hurricane Ida near New Orleans. (238 words)
- [Improved TerraSAR-X Radargrammetry Results](/content/nopphurricane/updates/improved-terrasar-x-radargrammetry-results/index.html): The University of Miami group prepared a status report on new achievements in the improvement of radargrammetry products. (290 words)
- [Forecasting Hurricanes on Coasts](/content/nopphurricane/updates/forecasting-hurricanes-on-coasts/index.html) (129 words)
- [COSMOS modelling system and visualization training](/content/nopphurricane/updates/cosmos-modelling-system-and-visualization-training/index.html): On July 5th, the Deltares modelling team was trained in the use of the COSMOS modelling system and visualization tool. The modelling system consists of large-scale surge (using SFINCS) and wave (using HurryWave) models for the Northern Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico which will be forced with COAMPS and/or GFS meteo. These large-scale models in turn drive SFINCS overland flood models and XBeach morphodynamic models. At the moment, 11 SFINCS models are implemented along the entire Gulf of Mexico coast and the South East Atlantic Coast. 100s of XBeach models are implemented along the sandy coastlines of the Gulf as well. In the training Roel de Goede instructed the other members on the workflow of running a hurricane event. Pictured are (from left to right: Ap van Dongeren, Roel de Goede, Panos Athanasiou, Maarten van Ormondt and Ellen Quataert. (Not pictured: Floor Roelvink and Kees Nederhoff). A screenshot of the NOPP event viewer shows the current (non-hurricane) wave conditions in the Northern Atlantic as computed using our new and fast HurryWave model. (181 words)
- [Advanced Wind Retrievals From SAR Images at CSTARS](/content/nopphurricane/updates/advanced-wind-retrievals-from-sar-images-at-cstars/index.html): While the European Space Agency (ESA) provides SAR-derived wind fields over the ocean together with Sentinel-1 SAR imagery, users have to apply their own algorithms to retrieve wind products from SAR images from other satellites. (290 words)
- [Capella SAR Radargrammetry Update](/content/nopphurricane/updates/capella-sar-radargrammetry-update/index.html): Steve Frasier of the remote sensing group at the University of Massachusetts presented some new stereo radargrammetry results based on the Capella SAR images of the Hurricane Michael test area. (195 words)
- [FHICS – Forecasting Hurricane Impacts on CoastS (Hurricane Ian Edition)](/content/nopphurricane/updates/forecasting-hurricane-impacts-coasts-hurricane-ian/index.html): The Deltares team on modelling hurricane impacts presented their results on the impacts of Hurricane Ian at the Coastal Sediments Conference, held 12-14 April in New Orleans, LA. (131 words)
- [Sanibel Causeway Damages Imaged by COSMO-SkyMed](/content/nopphurricane/updates/sanibel-causeway-damages-imaged-cosmo-skymed/index.html): The Task 2 team has obtained SAR images of the region on Florida's west coast affected by the landfall of Hurricane Ian. This update shows a COSMO-SkyMed SAR image of the Sanibel Causeway, specifically, which was heavily damaged by the storm. (102 words)
- [NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts Project 2024 Summer Forum Series](/content/nopphurricane/updates/2024-summer-forum-series/index.html): NOPP hosted a series of five virtual sessions in June and July of 2024 for the public to learn about the contributions and activities of the nine NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts (NHCI) project teams. (165 words)
- [Buoy observations obtained in Hurricane Ian](/content/nopphurricane/updates/buoy-observations-obtained-in-hurricane-ian/index.html): Following the rapid-response air deployment of an array of buoys in the Gulf of Mexico ahead of Hurricane Ian, team members closely monitored the data collected by the devices. (544 words)
- [Successful air deployment of buoys with NRL partnership ahead of Hurricane Ian](/content/nopphurricane/updates/successful-air-deployment-of-buoys-with-nrl-partnership-ahead-of-hurricane-ian.html): On Monday, September 26th, 2022, 20 buoys were successfully deployed in the Gulf of Mexico ahead of Hurricane Ian as part of the NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts project. The deployment, which was facilitated by the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, created a real-time sensor network to monitor Ian’s location and intensity as it advanced towards Florida’s Gulf Coast. (260 words)
- [microSWIFTs: Tiny Oceanographic Floats Measure Extreme Coastal Conditions](/content/nopphurricane/updates/microswifts-tiny-oceanographic-floats-measure-extreme-coastal-conditions.html) (116 words)
- [NHCI highlighted in White House press release](/content/nopphurricane/updates/nhci-white-house-press-release/index.html): The National Oceanographic Partnership Program’s (NOPP) Predicting Hurricane Coastal Impacts Project (NHCI) was mentioned in a White House press release. (171 words)
- [Rapid response buoy array airdropped to sample Hurricane Idalia](/content/nopphurricane/updates/rapid-response-buoy-array-airdrop-sample-hurricane-idalia.html): On Monday, August 28th, the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory Scientific Development Squadron (VXS-1) airdropped 18 buoys associated with the Task 3A teams of the NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts project in the path of Hurricane Idalia. (208 words)
- [Research Squadron VXS-1 Mobilizes Quickly to Track Hurricane Idalia](/content/nopphurricane/updates/research-squadron-track-hurricane-idalia/index.html): U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s Scientific Development Squadron (VXS) 1 mobilized a crew for a NP-3C Orion operation with less than 24 hours’ notice to airdrop 10 Sofar Spotter buoys in the Gulf of Mexico ahead of Hurricane Idalia on Monday, August 28. (117 words)
- [FHICS - Forecasting Hurricane Impacts on CoastS model system v1.0 ready](/content/nopphurricane/updates/fhics-forecasting-hurricane-impacts-on-coasts-model-system-v1-0-ready.html): In the framework of the NOPP project “Hurricane Coastal Impacts” Deltares USA, Deltares Netherlands, USGS, NRL-SSC and IHE Delft are developing a forecasting system that can compute hurricane impacts of flooding, erosion and structural damage along the US Gulf of Mexico coast and the Eastern Seaboard. (434 words)
- [NHCI Deploys Buoys to Observe Coastal Impacts from Hurricane Lee in Partnership with Research Squadron VXS-1](/content/nopphurricane/updates/research-squadron-vxs-1-observes-coastal-impacts-from-hurricane-lee.html): On Thursday September 14th, the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory Scientific Development Squadron (VXS-1) airdropped several buoys to observe coastal impacts from Hurricane Lee, which remained offshore. (198 words)
- [Reflecting on the Importance of Cross-Sector Partnerships at OCEANS 2023 Gulf Coast](/content/nopphurricane/updates/national-oceanographic-partnership-program-public-private-partnerships.html): The National Oceanographic Partnership Program (NOPP) highlights the importance of public-private partnerships at OCEANS Conference 2023 (189 words)
- [Coastline Extraction From SAR Images](/content/nopphurricane/updates/coastline-extraction-from-sar-images/index.html): In today's PI meeting, both remote sensing groups reported on first findings regarding the radargrammetric processing of pairs of test images acquired in the landfall area of Hurricane Michael (2018). (203 words)
- [(GET) Latest Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/latest-data/index.html): Retrieve the latest data from a Spotter. (1,218 words)
- [(GET) Historical Data | Sofar API](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/spotter-data/wave-data/index.html): Retrieve data from a Spotter for a specified time window. (1,067 words)
- [NHCI Presentation Citations](/content/nopphurricane/updates/presentation-citations/index.html): A full repository of presentations by NHCI team members. (1,489 words)
- [Updates](/content/nopphurricane/updates/index.html) (1,699 words)
- [(GET) Sensor Configuration History | Sofar API](/content/docs/spotter-and-smart-mooring/smart-mooring/sensor-configuration-history/index.html): Retrieve Smart Mooring sensor configurations from a Spotter for a specified time window. (710 words)
- [Task 3A – Thomson](/content/nopphurricane/updates/task-3a-thomson/index.html): UW APL has been testing microSWIFT buoy deployments from NOAA aircraft. (110 words)
- [Surface wave buoys and subsurface water level sensors deployed in rapid response to Hurricane Francine](/content/nopphurricane/updates/rapid-response-hurricane-francine/index.html): The NHCI project coordinated the airdrop of 16 surface wave buoys and subsurface water level sensors in the path of Hurricane Francine. (135 words)
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- [Why the Weather Act Reauthorization is critical for advancing forecasting and building climate resilience in the U.S.](/content/posts/weather-act-reauthorization/index.html): Weather Act Reauthorization would bolster public safety, protect key industries, and mitigate risks to national security. (1,412 words)
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- [What's new in Spotter 3?](/content/posts/spotter-3/index.html): The third generation of our Spotter platform features an array of exciting upgrades, including a barometer, increased onboard compute power, cellular telemetry, efficiency enhancements, and more. (1,091 words)
- [Spotter measures surface winds](/content/posts/wind-spotter/index.html): Wind blowing over the ocean drives the generation of short surface waves and whitecaps. From detailed measurement of the so-called equilibrium range in the wave spectrum, Spotter derives wind speed and direction (1,214 words)
- [How The Ocean Cleanup uses Sofar’s metocean data to clean the Great Pacific Garbage Patch](/content/posts/ocean-cleanup-sofar-data-clean-great-pacific-garbage-patch.html): Sofar’s marine weather forecasts and Spotter buoy data help The Ocean Cleanup understand metocean conditions and plastic drift patterns near the largest accumulation of ocean plastic in the world. (704 words)
- [What is a storm surge and what causes it?](/content/posts/what-is-a-storm-surge-and-what-causes-it/index.html): Lack of education in coastal communities around the world makes storm surges particularly dangerous. Learn more about storm surges in this guide. (1,007 words)
- [Tracking Changes in Surface Currents](/content/posts/tracking-changes-in-surface-currents/index.html): Climate change is causing a weakening of ocean surface currents – here's what that means and why tracking surface currents is so important. (1,118 words)
- [Spotter network captures big waves during TC Cody & shock waves during the Hunga Tonga eruption](/content/posts/spotter-network-captures-big-waves-during-tc-cody-shock-waves-during-the-hunga-tonga-eruption.html): Discover how Sofar's Spotter buoys track oceanic events like Cyclone Cody & Hunga Tonga eruption, aiding coastal resilience & weather forecasts. (1,445 words)
- [How researchers use the Spotter Platform to collect real-time data and protect the Poor Knights Islands](/content/posts/spotter-poor-knights-islands/index.html): Ocean scientists, government, and coastal communities use data collected by Spotter to monitor and combat the effects of climate change on the Poor Knights Islands marine ecosystem. (1,378 words)
- [Thank you for your interest in Wayfinder!](/content/posts/wayfinder-voyage-savings-2024/index.html): Wayfinder provides dynamically optimized voyage guidance that saves vessels time, fuel, and emissions. The platform is trusted by the world’s largest carriers, including MOL Group and Berge Bulk. (487 words)
- [The importance of buoy observations to marine weather forecasts](/content/posts/what-is-marine-weather-and-how-can-we-monitor-it/index.html): Marine weather is slightly different than onshore weather, and monitoring it effectively is a challenge. (694 words)
- [How Wayfinder measures voyage optimization gains](/content/posts/wayfinder-gains-methodology/index.html): Behind every Wayfinder savings claim is a transparent, science-backed methodology designed to produce numbers operators can actually trust. (1,072 words)
- [Women in Maritime: Meet Natsu Miyazaki](/content/posts/women-in-maritime-meet-natsu-miyazaki/index.html): For the final installment of our Women in Maritime series, hear from Natsu Miyazaki of MOL, where she is turning real-time ocean intelligence into operational impact at sea. (694 words)
- [How buoys measure ocean weather conditions](/content/posts/the-use-of-buoys-in-the-ocean-and-what-weather-conditions-they-measure.html): Ocean weather buoys measure a number of ocean conditions and weather metrics. Here are the different types of ocean weather buoys and how the technology continues to advance. (885 words)
- [Webinar: How Ocergy improves operational design and maintenance at floating offshore wind sites using the Spotter platform](/content/posts/webinar-ocergy-floating-offshore-wind/index.html): Philippe Jean of Ocergy joined Sofar Ocean's Senior Manager of Sales and Business Development Nevin DiParlo to discuss how Ocergy uses the Spotter platform to inform safe and efficient operations at floating offshore wind sites. (230 words)
- [Women in Maritime: Meet Maya Zimmerman](/content/posts/women-in-maritime-meet-maya-zimmerman/index.html): Our Women in Maritime series continues with Maya Zimmerman, Customer Programs & Success Manager at Sofar Ocean, helping the world's largest shipping customers make smarter, greener decisions with Wayfinder. (471 words)
- [Updated algorithm improves accuracy of Spotter’s wind velocity measurements](/content/posts/updated-algorithm-improves-accuracy-spotter-wind-measurement.html): The Spotter buoy's updated wind algorithm greatly improves the reliability of its estimates of wind velocity, particularly at high speeds. (856 words)
- [Swimsol Incorporates Spotters into their Design Process for Floating Solar Systems on the Sea](/content/posts/swimsol-incorporates-spotters-into-their-design-process-for-floating-solar-systems-on-the-sea.html): Swimsol is an Austrian-Maldivian company that is specialized in developing floating solar systems for marine environments. (683 words)
- [Thank you for your interest in Wayfinder!](/content/posts/wayfinder-dry-bulk-voyage-savings-2024/index.html): Wayfinder provides dynamically optimized voyage guidance that saves vessels time, fuel, and emissions. The platform is trusted by the world’s largest carriers, including MOL Group and Berge Bulk. (452 words)
- [Webinar: Building South Africa’s real-time coastal observation network with SAEON & STS](/content/posts/webinar-south-africa-coastal-observation-network/index.html): Learn how SAEON & STS deploy Spotter Platforms along South Africa’s coast to better detect, understand, and predict environmental change. (207 words)
- [Webinar: How MPAs Are Protecting Vast Territories with Real-Time Sensor Networks](/content/posts/webinar-marine-protected-areas-mpas-real-time-sensor-networks.html): In this webinar, we explore how MPAs are increasingly leveraging continuous real-time sensor networks. (154 words)
- [Spotter Platform adds current meter integration to further expand subsurface sensing capabilities](/content/posts/spotter-current-meter/index.html): Marine professionals can now measure real-time current speed and direction out-of-the-box using Spotter with Smart Mooring. (1,091 words)
- [Spotters in Lake Winnipesaukee with NERACOOS to improve the National Weather Service forecasts](/content/posts/spotters-in-lake-winnipesaukee-with-feed-neracoos-and-nws-forecasts.html): The Spotters used on Winnipesaukee are very affordable and can fit and be deployed in places that a larger buoy couldn't. (515 words)
- [Why adapt shallow water geometric compliant moorings with a midwater float](/content/posts/why-adapt-shallow-water-geometric-compliant-moorings-with-a-midwater-float.html): Optimize mooring design with midwater floats for shallow waters, ensuring compliance and data quality in harsh ocean conditions. Essential for marine adaptations. (121 words)
- [How Wayfinder outperforms traditional weather routing & voyage optimization providers](/content/posts/wayfinder-voyage-optimization-weather-routing-comparison.html): Traditional voyage optimization and weather routing providers share the same blind spot: insufficient weather intelligence. (574 words)
- [Sails, rotors, and smarter routes: Using Wayfinder to maximise wind-assisted propulsion](/content/posts/wind-assisted-propulsion-with-wayfinder/index.html): Sofar’s Principal Scientist, Pieter Smit, breaks down how Wayfinder can help shipowners can maximise the return on their investment in wind-assisted propulsion (409 words)
- [Webinar: Through the Eye of a Super Typhoon: How Saipan's Community-Stewarded Spotter Network Is Reshaping Coastal Resilience](/content/posts/webinar-through-the-eye-of-a-super-typhoon-how-saipans-community-stewarded-buoys-are-reshaping-coastal-resilience.html): What happens when a community-deployed buoy network survives a super typhoon and captures data that government instruments couldn't? (257 words)
- [Storm wave monitoring in Rio de Janeiro](/content/posts/storm-wave-monitoring-and-buoy-data-validation-at-copacabana-beach-rio-de-janeiro-brazil.html): Learn how the Marine Meteorological Service of Brazil was able to mobilize and deploy a Spotter buoy within hours of receiving a storm warning affecting Copacabana Beach. (931 words)
- [Successful Deployments for the 2021 Beluga Habitat Program](/content/posts/successful-deployments-for-the-2021-beluga-habitat-program.html): Stakeholders are using Spotter buoys to improve our understanding of wave conditions and sea surface temperatures across the Mackenzie Delta. (908 words)
- [Understanding surface currents vs deep ocean currents](/content/posts/understanding-surface-currents-vs-deep-ocean-currents.html): Learn the difference between these types of ocean currents, why they’re important, and how to track them. (915 words)
- [Webinar: Introducing Wayfinder Voyage Simulator](/content/posts/webinar-wayfinder-voyage-simulator/index.html): Learn how Wayfinder Voyage Simulator delivers intelligent voyage planning in seconds, not hours. (205 words)
- [Webinar: Sofar Smart Mooring - Improving the reliability and flexibility of subsurface ocean sensing](/content/posts/webinar-sofar-smart-mooring-improving-the-reliability-and-flexibility-of-subsurface-ocean-sensing.html): Explore the future of ocean research with Sofar Ocean's Smart Mooring. Reliable, flexible subsurface sensing for scientists & innovators. (241 words)
- [Tropical Cyclone Harold : Real-time Ocean Data Informs Preparedness and Response](/content/posts/tropical-cyclone-harold-real-time-ocean-data-informs-preparedness-and-response.html): Upgrade to OpenROV Cockpit App v1.6.0 for enhanced Trident dives with new telemetry video overlay. Update now for a better underwater experience! (235 words)
- [Webinar: How Berge Bulk maximizes the performance of wind-assisted vessels using Sofar’s Wayfinder voyage optimization](/content/posts/webinar-berge-bulk/index.html): Learn how Berge Bulk leverages Wayfinder voyage optimization to maximize the safety, efficiency, and profitability of every voyage, and accelerate long-term decarbonization. (288 words)
- [Webinar: El Niño 2026](/content/posts/webinar-el-nino-2026-how-to-prepare-your-operations-for-a-higher-volatility-weather-season.html): How to Prepare Your Operations for a Higher-Volatility Weather Season (168 words)
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- [Webinar:  Venture into the Harsh, Data-Sparse Arctic with The National Ice Center](/content/posts/webinar-national-ice-center/index.html): USNIC Operations Officer CWO2 Mike Latin joins Sofar Ocean’s Government Lead Tosca Lichtenheld for a conversation about the mission of the USNIC, how it uses wave data, CWO2 Latin’s journey in the Arctic, and the data collected by the Spotter buoys that he deployed during his trip. (250 words)
- [Webinar: A First Look at Spotter Scout — Trusted Ocean Sensing, Now Mobile](/content/posts/webinar-first-look-spotter-usv/index.html): Meet the uncrewed surface vehicle that extends the Spotter Platform's capabilities beyond the constraints of moorings. (164 words)
- [Swell chasing: tracking a wave from the North Pacific to Mavericks](/content/posts/swell-chasing-tracking-a-wave-from-the-north-pacific-to-mavericks.html): In April 2022, a large wave unexpectedly wiped out the lineup at Mavericks, a world-renowned surf spot in Northern California. Our Spotter buoy near the break captured compelling data about the origin and nature of the massive swell. (888 words)
- [How Luode streamlines the design and maintenance of offshore wind sites with the Spotter Platform](/content/posts/offshore-wind-case-study-luode/index.html): Luode deploys fleets of Spotter systems at offshore wind sites throughout the Baltic Sea to collect wave data at scale. This real-time data supports technical site assessment and design, and ensures that maintenance is conducted safely and efficiently. (963 words)
- [Webinar: Simplifying subsurface current measurement with the Spotter Platform and Aanderaa Doppler Current Sensor](/content/posts/webinar-subsurface-current-measurement/index.html): Learn how the integration of Sofar’s Spotter Platform with Aanderaa’s Doppler Current Sensor (DCS) lowers the cost and complexity of measuring subsurface currents. (217 words)
- [Dozens of Spotter Buoys Deployed Across Great Lakes region](/content/posts/smarter-great-lakes-dozens-of-spotter-buoys-deployed-across-the-region.html): Learn how Spotters serve regional stakeholder needs around the Great Lakes. (899 words)
- [Webinar: How real-time acoustic monitoring is transforming marine mammal protection](/content/posts/webinar-bayquest-spotter-sound-acoustic-monitoring/index.html): Learn how Bayquest uses Spotter Sound to collect real-time underwater acoustic data and protect marine mammals off the San Francisco coast. (226 words)
- [Spotter Platform: 2025 Highlights](/content/posts/spotter-platform-2025-highlights/index.html): New sensors, redesigned dashboard, and enhanced reliability—see what we built in 2025. (660 words)
- [Webinar: How the University of Texas uses the Spotter Platform to accelerate hypoxia research and protect coral reefs in the Gulf](/content/posts/webinar-hypoxia-research-protect-coral-reefs/index.html): Researchers from the University of Texas and Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary discuss how they use Spotter to monitor dissolved oxygen and its impact on coral reef health. (195 words)
- [The Center for Applied Coastal Research studies beach nourishment with a Spotter buoy](/content/posts/the-center-for-applied-coastal-research-studies-beach-nourishment-with-a-spotter-buoy.html): Explore DNREC's beach nourishment study at Indian River Inlet, DE, for coastal erosion control and sediment management insights. (594 words)
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- [Webinar: How Coastal Carolina University uses real-time ocean data to enhance coastal monitoring and climate resilience](/content/posts/webinar-coastal-carolina-enhance-coastal-monitoring-climate-resilience.html): Paul Gayes, Ph.D. (Coastal Carolina University) details how he and his team use Spotter buoys to collect real-time ocean data at scale and improve coastal zone monitoring. (258 words)
- [Spotter data spotlight: Gulf of Mexico](/content/posts/regional-data-spotlight-gulf-of-mexico/index.html): A deep dive on impactful Spotter data collected in the Gulf of Mexico. (862 words)
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- [Webinar: Enhancing operational safety and efficiency at offshore wind sites with Luode](/content/posts/webinar-luode/index.html): Antti Lindfors of Luode joined Sofar Ocean's Commercial Account Executive Jasmine Eggleton to discuss how Luode deploys fleets of Spotter buoy systems to collect critical ocean data at offshore wind sites. (235 words)
- [Webinar: Air-deploying wave buoys ahead of hurricanes to collect real-time data and protect coastal communities](/content/posts/webinar-air-deploy-wave-buoys-hurricanes/index.html): Learn how Sofar and its NOPP NHCI partners air-deploy wave buoys ahead of major hurricanes to make real-time observations of extreme conditions. (214 words)
- [Star Bulk and Eagle Bulk enhance voyage optimization capabilities with Sofar Ocean’s Wayfinder platform](/content/posts/star-bulk-eagle-bulk/index.html): Leading dry bulk carriers Star Bulk (NASDAQ: SBLK) and Eagle Bulk (NYSE: EGLE) use Sofar Ocean’s Wayfinder voyage optimization platform to reduce emissions and increase efficiency across their fleets. (967 words)
- [Wave Technology Is Catching Attention: New Research Published](/content/posts/wave-technology-is-catching-attention-new-research-published.html): Discover how Sofar's Spotter Platform revolutionizes ocean wave measurement with real-time data, accuracy, and affordability. (87 words)
- [Webinar: Expanding Spotter’s subsurface sensing suite with a Hydrophone and Dissolved Oxygen Sensor](/content/posts/webinar-spotter-subsurface-hydrophone-dissolved-oxygen.html): Sofar and its collaborators PME and AOS introduce the Spotter Platform’s two newest subsurface integrations: a hydrophone and a dissolved oxygen sensor. (118 words)
- [U.S. Navy pilots Sofar’s Wayfinder to enhance safe routing at sea](/content/posts/us-navy-pilots-wayfinder/index.html): The U.S. Navy’s Fleet Weather Centers are piloting Sofar’s Wayfinder platform and data from its global network of ocean sensors to advance the Navy’s capability to ensure safe and efficient ship routing for the U.S. Fleet. (397 words)
- [Spotter buoys deployed in South Australia to provide real time wave data for the Adelaide Metropolitan Coast](/content/posts/spotter-buoys-deployed-in-south-australia-to-provide-real-time-wave-data-for-the-adelaide-metropolitan-coast.html): Two Spotters were deployed in Gulf Saint Vincent to provide long-term monitoring with real-time data for the Adelaide Metropolitan Coast. (799 words)
- [Research Squadron VXS-1 Mobilizes Quickly to Track Hurricane Idalia](/content/posts/vxs-1-sofar-hurricane-idalia/index.html): U.S. Naval Research deploys buoys for Hurricane Idalia forecasting, enhancing safety and research with VXS-1 Squadron's rapid response. (197 words)
- [The Wayfinder Podcast Episode 3: Weather-related cargo claims with David Richards of Shearwater Law](/content/posts/the-wayfinder-podcast-episode-3-weather-related-cargo-claims-with-david-richards-of-shearwater-law.html): When does bad weather stop being a legal defense and start being a planning failure? (265 words)
- [Video: Simplifying Subsurface Current Measurement with the Spotter Platform](/content/posts/video-simplifying-subsurface-current-measurement-with-the-spotter-platform.html): In this video, Product Lead Dan Breyre details how the Spotter platform, combined with an integrated single-point current meter, offers a cost-effective and easy-to-deploy solution for measuring subsurface currents.The Spotter Platform now features a single-point current meter, enabling near real-time measurement of subsurface currents. Unlike traditional bottom-mounted acoustic profilers, which are costly and cumbersome, the Spotter platform is much easier to deploy and recover, offers remote data access, and is a fraction of the cost. The new single-point current meter provides marine professionals with immediate access to subsurface current speed and direction data at up to two depths via the Spotter dashboard and API. (275 words)
- [Wayfinder delivers 8% total equivalent fuel savings on Brazil-China (BDI C14) voyages arriving in early October](/content/posts/wayfinder-delivers-8-total-equivalent-fuel-savings-on-brazil-china-bdi-c14-voyages-arriving-in-early-october.html): Leading dry bulk carriers use Sofar Ocean’s Wayfinder platform to keep their vessels safe and access daily optimized voyage guidance that saves fuel, time, and emissions. (164 words)
- [Wave swell energy deploys a Spotter wave buoy to support their King Island marine energy project](/content/posts/wave-swell-energy-deploys-a-spotter-wave-buoy-to-support-their-king-island-marine-energy-project.html): Historical and real-time access to marine data is paramount to the success of marine operations. Marine renewable energy programs require accurate environmental conditions at all stages: site characterisation and energy potential assessment, design criteria, construction, performance and fatigue analysis. (328 words)
- [Wave Anomaly Detection in Wave Measurements](/content/posts/wave-anomaly-detection-in-wave-measurements/index.html): Explore innovative ocean wave observation QC with J. J. Voermans and team, enhancing anomaly detection in wave records using phase-space thresholds. (284 words)
- [Webinar: Connected Reefs: How Aqualink, Whalefall, and Reef Renewal Bonaire Use Real-Time Data to Protect Coral Ecosystems](/content/posts/webinar-connected-reefs/index.html): Learn how Whalefall, Reef Renewal Bonaire, and Aqualink use the Spotter Platform's real time monitoring to support coral reef conservation. (162 words)
- [Webinar: Aerial Deployment of Spotter Buoys During the 2022 and 2023 Hurricane Seasons](/content/posts/webinar-aerial-deployment-spotter-buoys-2022-2023-hurricane-seasons.html): Explore hurricane dynamics with Sofar's webinar on Spotter buoys' impact on 2022-2023 storm predictions and coastal safety. (168 words)
- [Spotter Dashboard: 2026 Updates](/content/posts/spotter-dashboard-updates-2026/index.html): A deep dive into the latest Spotter Dashboard updates, including a redesigned interface, expanded data visualization tools, and improved device management capabilities. (571 words)
- [Subsistence hunters measure wave height and use an app to predict conditions at sea](/content/posts/subsistence-hunters-measure-wave-height-and-use-an-app-to-predict-conditions-at-sea.html): Backyard Buoys is highlighted in The Arctic Sounder. The article spotlights subsistence hunter John Hopson, who deployed several Spotter buoys in the coastal waters off Wainwright, Alaska. (120 words)
- [SPREP deploys Spotter networks in Kiribati and Samoa to strengthen coastal resilience](/content/posts/sprep-spotter-network-kiribati-samoa/index.html): The networks will deliver real-time ocean data that helps protect two of the Pacific's most climate-vulnerable nations. (624 words)
- [Webinar: Exploring the Next Frontier of Coastal Ocean Data Collection with the University of Western Australia](/content/posts/university-of-western-australia-webinar-06-23/index.html): Michael Cuttler and Jeff Hansen of the University of Western Australia's Oceans Institute join Sofar's Duncan Mactavish to discuss how they use the Spotter buoy platform to monitor wave, ocean temperature, and coastal dynamics. (325 words)
- [Weathering the Storm](/content/posts/weathering-the-storm/index.html): Discover how Sofar Ocean's experts enhance dry bulk efficiency & decision-making with data to cut emissions. Insights for a sustainable future. (60 words)
- [Victorian Wave Buoy Network](/content/posts/victorian-wave-buoy-network/index.html): Discover Victoria's wave patterns with the VCMP's Spotter buoys. Real-time ocean data for surfers and climate monitoring. (218 words)
- [Wave movements under surveillance](/content/posts/wave-movements-under-surveillance/index.html): Discover real-time wave & wind data off Nouméa's coast with the IRD, SPC & Météo-France's advanced Sofar buoy. Essential for coastal safety. (116 words)
- [The surfer, the scientist and the big-wave beach at a breaking point](/content/posts/the-surfer-the-scientist-and-the-big-wave-beach-at-a-breaking-point.html): Big-wave surfer Grant Washburn teams with Sofar Ocean at Mavericks, CA, for insights on wave dynamics amid coastline changes. (281 words)
- [2024 Wayfinder Voyage Optimization Savings Report](/content/posts/wayfinder-voyage-optimization-savings-report-2024/index.html): During a volatile year for maritime shipping, vessels following Sofar’s Wayfinder voyage optimization achieved significant fuel and emissions savings. (201 words)
- [Spotter Buoy and Smart Mooring Coral Reef Health Surveys Conducted in Bermuda](/content/posts/spotter-buoy-and-smart-mooring-coral-reef-health-surveys-conducted-in-bermuda.html): Explore coral reef monitoring with Aqualink's Spotter Buoys. Watch Ted Gosling's surveys on marine life impact during the Bermuda heatwave. (235 words)
- [Understanding and Monitoring our Changing Planet](/content/posts/understanding-and-monitoring-our-changing-planet/index.html): Explore BloombergNEF insights on tech innovations for climate monitoring, carbon sink mapping, GHG tracking, and corporate carbon reporting. (182 words)
- [Wave Transformation Within a Coral Reef Lagoon System](/content/posts/wave-transformation-within-a-coral-reef-lagoon-system.html): Explore Gaelle Faivre's research on coral reef lagoon wave dynamics and climate change impacts at Griffith University. Essential insights for coastal protection. (143 words)
- [Sofar Ocean's Superior Weather Forecasts Minimize Voyage Costs](/content/posts/wayfinder-superior-weather-forecasts-minimize-voyage-costs.html): Discover how Sofar Ocean's precise forecasts from a vast sensor network revolutionize maritime shipping for cost & emission reduction. (168 words)
- [How Wayfinder helps vessels avoid storms](/content/posts/proactive-voyage-optimization-the-wayfinder-advantage.html): In this Wayfinder example, we show how our dynamic voyage guidance system proactively guides vessels away from storms. (598 words)
- [Wave energy technology in spotlight on WA's south coast](/content/posts/wave-energy-technology-in-spotlight-on-was-south-coast.html): Explore wave energy innovation with UWA's WERC as they deploy a Spotter buoy off Albany, showcasing green tech potential on Australia's coast. (117 words)
- [Wave sensors deployed to improve hurricane forecasts](/content/posts/wave-sensors-deployed-to-improve-hurricane-forecasts.html): UW researchers deploy cutting-edge ocean tech to track Hurricane Ian's path, enhancing storm forecasts and safety. See live data from Florida's coast. (136 words)
- [Vessel Onboarding in Wayfinder: A Faster Path from Setup to First Voyage](/content/posts/vessel-onboarding-in-wayfinder-a-faster-path-from-setup-to-first-voyage.html): Wayfinder's new Vessel Onboarding makes it faster and easier to get any vessel set up and routing. (285 words)
- [White Paper: The unexpected cost (and benefit) of weather for maritime shipping companies](/content/posts/weather-maritime-shipping-white-paper/index.html): Understand the outsized impact of marine weather on vessel performance and how dynamic voyage optimization helps ships maximize safety, efficiency, and profitability in all conditions. (129 words)
- [New Buoys Coming to the East Coast of Florida in 2024](/content/posts/spotter-buoys-east-coast-florida-2024/index.html): SECOORA awards Dr. Lynn Leonard's team for enhancing ocean observation on Florida's East Coast with new buoys set for 2024 deployment. (181 words)
- [Sofar nets a $39M round B to grow its ocean-monitoring autonomous buoy network](/content/posts/sofar-nets-a-39m-round-b-to-grow-its-ocean-monitoring-autonomous-buoy-network.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's innovative marine tech expansion with a $39M Series B led by USV, advancing global climate insights. (104 words)
- [The Wayfinder Podcast Episode 1: Navigating Uncertainty with Jessica Topal](/content/posts/the-wayfinder-podcast-navigating-uncertainty-with-jessica-topal.html): Sofar Ocean senior routing specialist Jessica Topal on making the right call when there isn't one clear answer, from Strait of Hormuz rerouting to Southern Ocean fuel planning. (240 words)
- [The US needs open ocean data to avoid an innovation wipeout](/content/posts/the-us-needs-open-ocean-data-to-avoid-an-innovation-wipeout.html): Explore the future of ocean data with experts Gallaudet & Janssen. Learn how NOAA's strategy enhances sustainability through AI & mapping. (170 words)
- [Spotter helps coastal monitoring network in New Caledonia](/content/posts/spotter-helps-coastal-monitoring-network-in-new-caledonia.html): SPC has deployed a Spotter buoy off Nouméa's Southern coast, as part of the "Regional Coastal Warning Network. (385 words)
- [Software Subscription Agreement - Sofar Ocean](/content/legal/software-subscription-agreement/index.html): Review the terms governing access to Sofar Ocean's software platforms, including Wayfinder voyage optimization and the Spotter Dashboard. (4,978 words)
- [Spotter Platform delivers highly accurate measurements of subsurface currents in field comparison with ADCP](/content/posts/spotter-adcp-currents-field-comparison/index.html): In a 24-day field comparison, Sofar’s Spotter Platform made observations of subsurface current speed and direction that were nearly identical to those made by an ADCP, the industry standard. (537 words)
- [The newest NOAA national marine sanctuary will soon have three buoys](/content/posts/the-newest-noaa-national-marine-sanctuary-will-soon-have-three-buoys.html): Explore the latest NOAA WSCNMS initiative: 3 new Spotter Platforms to enhance Wisconsin's Shipwreck Coast marine sanctuary. (66 words)
- [The Wayfinder Podcast Episode 2: Bunkering in a disrupted market with AB Naga of Sing Fuels](/content/posts/the-wayfinder-podcast-episode-2-bunkering-in-a-disrupted-market-with-ab-naga-of-sing-fuels.html): When familiar routes close off, bunkering strategy has to change: Sing Fuels' AB Naga on navigating fuel procurement in a disrupted market. (250 words)
- [Spotter Platform outperforms peer wave buoys in independent field comparison](/content/posts/spotter-wave-buoy-field-comparison/index.html): Sofar's Spotter Platform was a top-performing solution in a peer-reviewed field comparison of multiple wave buoys. (541 words)
- [White paper: The key components of an effective voyage optimization platform](/content/posts/voyage-optimization-white-paper/index.html): Learn why maritime shipping companies are choosing dynamic voyage optimization over traditional weather routing solutions. (148 words)
- [Video: How the flexible Spotter Platform lowers the cost and complexity of collecting ocean data](/content/posts/spotter-platform-flexibility-ocean-data-video/index.html): In this video, Product Lead Dan Breyre details how Sofar's flexible Spotter Platform streamlines the collection of real-time ocean data at scale.The durable Spotter Platform includes a Spotter wave buoy and Smart Mooring, enabling real-time ocean observation at and below the surface. Marine professionals across coastal engineering, renewables, climate research, government, and other sectors have deployed Spotters at coastal and offshore sites around the world. Spotter data is instantly accessible via a modern Dashboard and API. (98 words)
- [Tuvalu Meteorological Service Deploys Country's First Wave Buoy](/content/posts/tuvalu-meteorological-service-deploys-countrys-first-wave-buoy.html): Explore real-time ocean monitoring with Tuvalu's Spotter wave buoy. Insights on coastal hazards & maritime safety from the Vaka Moana webinar. (101 words)
- [These 16 Bay Area startups saw their value jump at least 300% in Q3](/content/posts/these-16-bay-area-startups-saw-their-value-jump-at-least-300-in-q3-eb2c2.html): Discover 16 Bay Area startups with soaring valuations, overcoming national pressures with growth over 300%. Learn their success secrets! (105 words)
- [Sofar at OCEANS 2024 Halifax](/content/posts/oceans-2024/index.html): Headed to OCEANS 2024 in Halifax? Connect with the Sofar team at booth #119. (260 words)
- [How Power Save Mode increases Spotter’s battery life and deployment duration at high latitudes](/content/posts/power-save-mode-spotter/index.html): Spotter’s Power Save Mode turns off its GPS sensor during sampling dwell periods, increasing battery life by at least 25% and extending its deployment duration at high latitudes. (787 words)
- [Spotter Data Partitioning for "sea" and "swell"](/content/posts/spotter-data-partitioning-for-sea-and-swell/index.html): Spotter can now partition data to provide better insight into the nature of the sea state. (553 words)
- [Swarm Reveals Pricing for Its Satellite Data Network](/content/posts/swarm-reveals-pricing-for-its-satellite-data-network.html): Revolutionize connectivity with Swarm Technologies' satellite internet for all devices and Sofar Ocean's data collection via Swarm's platform. (138 words)
- [Spotter meets 3D vision in the Mediterranean Sea](/content/posts/the-ismar-research-team/index.html): The ISMAR research team led by Dr. Alvise Benetazzo uses Spotters to study the interaction between atmosphere and ocean. (117 words)
- [The Forecast for Weather-Spotting Technology](/content/posts/the-forecast-for-weather-spotting-technology/index.html): Discover Sofar Ocean's advanced marine tech for real-time ocean data, aiding climate research and flood prediction. Revolutionize ocean exploration. (174 words)
- [White paper: How to lower the cost and complexity of collecting subsurface ocean data at scale](/content/posts/subsurface-ocean-data-wave-buoy-white-paper/index.html): Marine professionals across industry, government, and the research community are using modular, rapidly deployable wave buoy platforms to simplify subsurface ocean data collection and sensor integration. (207 words)
- [Monitoring the Gulf's Most Remote Coral Reef, 100 Miles From Shore](/content/posts/monitoring-the-gulfs-most-remote-coral-reef-100-miles-from-shore.html): A NOAA sanctuary team uses Spotter buoys with Smart Mooring to deliver continuous, real-time reef and sea-state data from one of the most remote protected sites in the U.S. (1,303 words)
- [The Ultimate Guide to Marine Protected Areas](/content/posts/the-ultimate-guide-to-marine-protected-areas/index.html): The practical guide for MPA managers who need defensible evidence that protection is delivering results (131 words)
- [Sofar Featured on KATU 2 News (Portland, Oregon)](/content/posts/sofar-featured-on-katu-2-news-portland-oregon/index.html): UW and Navy team up for hurricane research using Sofar buoys. Jake Davis deploys wave systems in Hurricane Ian's path. (94 words)
- [Supporting Science At Sea Initiative Launched By Sofar Ocean](/content/posts/supporting-science-at-sea-initiative-launched-by-sofar-ocean.html): Explore the vast ocean data with Sofar Ocean Technologies, now open to global researchers for advanced ocean and climate research. (167 words)
- [Technology & Sport Collide at Red Bull Heavy Water](/content/posts/technology-sport-collide-at-red-bull-heavy-water/index.html): Experience ocean sports like never before with Red Bull Heavy Water, Spoondrift, and Mapbox. Real-time athlete tracking and advanced safety tech for fans and athletes. (133 words)
- [Spotter Deployment - Pacific Community Centre for Ocean Science](/content/posts/spotter-deployment-pacific-community-centre-for-ocean-science.html): Jerome Aucan of PCCOS supports Pacific Island sustainability with vital ocean science for informed decision-making and resource management. (140 words)
- [Sofar's Steve Penny Gives Keynote Address at ECMWF–ESA Workshop on Machine Learning for Earth Observation and Prediction](/content/posts/steve-penny-keynote-address-ecmwf-esa-workshop/index.html): Steve Penny from Sofar speaks on data assimilation at the ECMWF–ESA AI & ML Earth Observation Workshop for improved weather prediction. (75 words)
- [Spotter improves marine forecasts in Fiji](/content/posts/spotter-buoys-providing-important-insights-in-fiji/index.html): New buoy technology provides better wave forecasts and ocean weather data for remote islands with critical coral ecology challenges. (369 words)
- [Support for climate change research](/content/posts/support-for-climate-change-research/index.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's advanced marine technology aiding global conservation efforts to track ocean warming effects with precision. (101 words)
- [Sofar Ocean joins ABS digital fleet programme](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-joins-abs-digital-fleet-programme/index.html): Optimize maritime routes with Sofar Ocean's Wayfinder, cutting fuel costs and emissions with real-time weather data for efficient shipping. (108 words)
- [Southern Ocean Wave Atlas](/content/posts/southern-ocean-wave-atlas/index.html): Explore the study on Fiji's coastal inundation using Sofar Ocean's Spotter. Insightful analysis of wave events by University of the Pacific experts. (111 words)
- [Press Release: Naval Oceanography and Sofar Ocean Announce Collaboration to Advance Ocean Weather Forecasting, Data Collection](/content/posts/naval-oceanography-sofar-ocean-partnership/index.html): Sofar Ocean & Naval Oceanography's five-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement focuses on expanding the U.S. Navy’s ocean weather forecasting and data collection capabilities. (828 words)
- [The Company Connecting the World's Oceans](/content/posts/the-company-connecting-the-worlds-oceans/index.html): Tim Janssen, Sofar Ocean CEO, talks Series B funding on 'Cheddar Reveals' and connecting oceans for climate and shipping solutions. (110 words)
- [NOAA and Sofar are advancing marine weather forecasting to improve safety at sea](/content/posts/noaa-sofar-marine-weather-forecasting/index.html): NOAA’s Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL) and Sofar Ocean have partnered to build innovative modeling systems that advance the state-of-the-art in marine weather forecasting. (783 words)
- [Press Release: Sofar Ocean Extends Spotter Platform to Deep Water with New Uncrewed Surface Vehicle](/content/posts/press-release-spotter-scout-usv/index.html): Spotter Scout is a rugged USV built by Online Oceans that enables persistent sensing in remote and deep water locations — no moorings, crew, or depth limits. (514 words)
- [Vessel Performance Model (VPM) & Maritime Digital Twin FAQ | Sofar Ocean](/content/vessel-performance-model-vpm-faq/index.html): How does a vessel performance model work? What is a maritime digital twin? Answers to the most common VPM questions from Sofar Ocean. (2,997 words)
- [Attending Posidonia 2024? Connect with Sofar Ocean to learn why Star Bulk, Berge Bulk, and other leading carriers use Wayfinder voyage optimization](/content/posts/posidonia-2024-athens-meeting/index.html): , Sofar Ocean's public weather dashboard was sunset on April 15th, 2026. Interested in accessing our data moving forward? Please fill out our Contact Us form. (278 words)
- [Sofar Ocean secures $39M to drive climate mitigation and adaptation](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-secures-39m-to-drive-climate-mitigation-and-adaptation.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's innovative marine tech and global expansion with their $39M Series B led by USV and Foundry Group for climate insights. (140 words)
- [How Spotter Scout Is Engineered for Months at Sea](/content/posts/how-spotter-scout-is-engineered-for-months-at-sea/index.html): A closer look at the design decisions, systems, and specifications behind a vehicle built to operate unattended in the open ocean for months at a time. (1,883 words)
- [Saturation of Ocean Surface Wave Slopes Observed During Hurricanes](/content/posts/saturation-ocean-surface-wave-slopes-observed-hurricanes.html): Explore the dynamics of ocean waves in extreme winds with this study on Hurricanes Ian & Fiona. Discover how wave slopes evolve and impact sea roughness. (301 words)
- [Ocean Intelligence getting the attention it deserves - thrilled to announce our Series B!](/content/posts/ocean-intelligence-getting-the-attention-it-deserves-thrilled-to-announce-our-series-b.html): When it comes to climate and weather, our oceans are our blind spot. We are on a mission to fix that. (796 words)
- [Announcing Spotter v2 with SST](/content/posts/spotter-measures-sea-surface-temperature/index.html): Over time we’ve learned from our deployments in the field to make gradual refinements in material choices and mechanical design to Spotter. With these changes and a newly incorporated sensor, we are proud to introduce: Spotter v2. (170 words)
- [Spotlight: CIGLR Research Institute’s Hayden Henderson discusses Spotter buoys](/content/posts/spotlight-ciglr-research-institutes-hayden-henderson-discusses-spotter-buoys.html): Explore Great Lakes research with Hayden Henderson and CIGLR's SOAR team, deploying innovative buoys for environmental monitoring and safety. (175 words)
- [Port of Lyttelton deploys Spotter Platform as primary offshore wave buoy](/content/posts/port-of-lyttelton-sofar-ocean-spotter-as-primary-offshore-wave-buoy.html): At the Port of Lyttelton in New Zealand, officials use Spotter as the primary source of offshore wave data. (453 words)
- [Seagoing drones are eliminating the data gap on Earth’s last frontier](/content/posts/seagoing-drones-are-eliminating-the-data-gap-on-earths-last-frontier.html): Explore the ocean with Sofar's Spotter buoys. Affordable, real-time data for weather, currents, and wind. Enhance shipping, surfing, and forecasts. (97 words)
- [Sofar Ocean Soaks Up $39 Million Series B](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-soaks-up-39-million-series-b/index.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's latest $39M Series B led by USV for marine tech expansion and climate insights. Innovating global metocean data solutions. (171 words)
- [Improving hurricane observations with data from scalable sensor networks](/content/posts/improving-hurricane-observations-with-data-from-scalable-sensor-networks.html): Examining the advantages of a distributed data collection network during peak cyclone season in the Southern Pacific Ocean. (1,585 words)
- [Sofar Ocean Plans $39 Million Expansion Of Its Worldwide Network Of Sensors](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-plans-39-million-expansion-of-its-worldwide-network-of-sensors.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's innovative marine tech & global expansion with a $39M Series B led by USV & Foundry Group for climate insights. (105 words)
- [An Ocean Scientist explains... the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII)](/content/posts/ocean-scientist-explains-carbon-intensity-indicator-cii.html): Sofar Ocean CEO Tim Janssen, PhD provides an in-depth explanation of the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), a major maritime shipping decarbonization regulation. (186 words)
- [Real-time wave information expands for paddlers and boaters in the Apostle Islands](/content/posts/real-time-wave-information-expands-for-paddlers-and-boaters-in-the-apostle-islands.html): Discover real-time wave conditions at Apostle Islands with WISC-Watch. Essential for safe boating on Lake Superior. (129 words)
- [Ocean wave buoy network in extreme tropical cyclones detects the saturation of air-sea momentum transfer](/content/posts/shimura-buoy-network-extreme-tropical-cyclones-detects-saturation-air-sea-momentum-transfer.html): Explore groundbreaking research on tropical cyclone intensity & momentum transfer, by Shimura, Mori & Miyashita. Essential for advanced climate modeling. (322 words)
- [An overview of AI/ML and Data Assimilation: current state of the art, challenges, and opportunities (video)](/content/posts/overview-of-ai-ml-and-data-assimilation-video/index.html): Join Steve Penny from Sofar at the ECMWF-ESA Workshop for an insightful keynote on machine learning applications in earth observation and prediction. (44 words)
- [Sofar Ocean Signs Up New Shipping Carriers To Cut Emissions And Voyage Time](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-signs-up-new-shipping-carriers-to-cut-emissions-and-voyage-time.html): Star Bulk & Eagle Bulk join Sofar's Wayfinder to slash emissions & costs with buoy network, aiding IMO's 2050 eco goals. (260 words)
- [Performance Characteristics of “Spotter,” a Newly Developed Real-Time Wave Measurement Buoy](/content/posts/performance-characteristics-of-spotter-a-newly-developed-real-time-wave-measurement-buoy.html): Discover the innovative Spotter buoy: a cost-effective, solar-powered wave measurement device with proven accuracy in real-time data collection. (258 words)
- [Severe Flooding in the Atoll Nations of Tuvalu and Kiribati Triggered by a Distant Tropical Cyclone Pam](/content/posts/severe-flooding-in-the-atoll-nations-of-tuvalu-and-kiribati-triggered-by-a-distant-tropical-cyclone-pam.html): Explore the impact of TC Pam on Pacific islands with R.K. Hoeke's study on climatology & flood hazards. Essential insights for early warning systems. (315 words)
- [Harnessing Innovation: Reauthorize the Weather Act for a Resilient Future](/content/posts/reauthorize-weather-act/index.html): CEOs advocate for Weather Act reauthorization to enhance forecasting, public safety, and drive economic growth with cutting-edge technology. (675 words)
- [Spotter Deployment - Great Lakes Observing System](/content/posts/spotter-deployment-great-lakes-observing-system/index.html): Discover how Sofar Spotters enhance Great Lakes data with GLOS's latest Spotter deployment video in Wisconsin. (66 words)
- [Sofar Featured on KATC 3 News (Lafayette, LA)](/content/posts/sofar-featured-on-katc-3-news-lafayette-la/index.html): Isabel Houghton discusses the vital role of real-time ocean data and Spotter buoys for marine science on KATC 3 News. (64 words)
- [Sofar Delivers Best-In-Class Weather Routing for Dynamic Voyage Optimization with Wayfinder, Announces New Global Shipping Partners](/content/posts/sofar-delivers-best-in-class-weather-routing-for-dynamic-voyage-optimization-with-wayfinder-announces-new-global-shipping-partners-2.html): Revolutionize maritime routes with Sofar Ocean's Wayfinder, cutting fuel costs and emissions with advanced weather-driven voyage optimization. (159 words)
- [Performance Statistics of a Real-Time Pacific Ocean Weather Sensor Network](/content/posts/performance-statistics-of-a-real-time-pacific-ocean-weather-sensor-network-2.html): Explore groundbreaking marine research with over 100 Spotter buoys measuring ocean weather for improved forecasts and climate data. (318 words)
- [Sofar and DARPA look to standardize ocean monitoring gadgets with Bristlemouth](/content/posts/sofar-and-darpa-look-to-standardize-ocean-monitoring-gadgets-with-bristlemouth.html): Discover Sofar Ocean's Bristlemouth: the open hardware standard for ocean-monitoring tech, in partnership with DARPA. Innovate without costly engineering hurdles. (204 words)
- [Small, Cheap Metocean Buoys Expand Coverage of High-Res Wave Data](/content/posts/small-cheap-metocean-buoys-expand-coverage-of-high-res-wave-data.html): Discover Sofar Ocean's Spotter buoys - affordable, cutting-edge tech for global metocean data, trusted by NOAA & DARPA. Enhance maritime safety now. (172 words)
- [What is EU ETS and how does it affect the maritime shipping industry?](/content/posts/eu-ets-emissions-trading-system-maritime-shipping/index.html): An overview of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and how it applies to maritime shipping. (1,099 words)
- [Sofar Ocean launches Wayfinder route optimisation platform](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-launches-wayfinder-route-optimisation-platform.html): Optimize maritime routes with Sofar Ocean's Wayfinder - reduce fuel costs, cut voyage time, and lower emissions for efficient sea travel. (71 words)
- [Realised savings depend on execution, not just optimisation](/content/posts/realised-savings-voyage-optimisation/index.html): Voyage optimisation only delivers when Masters trust the guidance - and adherence is the clearest proof that projected savings are becoming real-world results. (481 words)
- [USGS & Sofar: Next-generation real-time oceanographic instrumentation](/content/posts/next-generation-real-time-oceanographic-instrumentation.html): USGS & NOAA use Spotters and Smart Moorings to validate their Total Water Level & Coastal Change Forecast, helping them monitor incoming storms more effectively. (481 words)
- [Sofar Featured on KRIS 6 News (Corpus Christi, Texas)](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-featured-on-kris-6-news-corpus-christi-texas.html): Discover the mystery of basketball-sized buoys by Sofar Ocean found by UT Marine Science researchers on Coastal Bend beaches. Insights from KRIS 6 News. (99 words)
- [Terms of Use - Sofar Ocean](/content/legal/terms-of-use/index.html): Review Sofar Ocean's Terms of Use governing access to our website, platform, and services including Wayfinder and the Spotter Platform. (3,649 words)
- [Sofar Launches Wayfinder Weather Routing for Dynamic Voyage Optimization](/content/posts/sofar-launches-wayfinder-weather-routing-for-dynamic-voyage-optimization.html): Optimize maritime routes with Sofar Ocean's Wayfinder, reducing fuel costs, voyage time & emissions with advanced weather forecasts. (121 words)
- [Proxy Observations of Surface Wind from a Globally Distributed Network of Wave Buoys](/content/posts/proxy-observations-of-surface-wind-from-a-globally-distributed-network-of-wave-buoys.html): Explore the innovative use of wave-buoy networks for wind speed estimation in this study by Dorsay et al., comparing satellite data and models. (263 words)
- [Sofar Ocean nets $39 million for ocean-data collection](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-nets-39-million-for-ocean-data-collection.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's innovative marine tech and global expansion with their $39M Series B led by USV for advanced climate insights. (100 words)
- [Performance of moored GPS wave buoys](/content/posts/performance-of-moored-gps-wave-buoys/index.html): Explore the effectiveness of GPS mini-buoys for coastal engineering in our study led by top researchers. Discover key findings and applications. (257 words)
- [Sofar Ocean Technologies unveils new route optimisation tool](/content/posts/sofar-ocean-technologies-unveils-new-route-optimisation-tool.html): Optimize maritime routes with Sofar Ocean's Wayfinder, reducing fuel costs and emissions for efficient, safe voyages using real-time weather data. (121 words)
- [Rebirth of a reef: As-built description and rapid returns from the Palos Verdes Reef Restoration Project](/content/posts/palos-verdes-reef-restoration-project/index.html): Explore the successful restoration of Palos Verdes Reef by J.P. Williams and team, enhancing marine life and habitat resilience in Los Angeles. (399 words)
- [Real-time assimilation using a dense array of directional wave observations](/content/posts/real-time-assimilation-using-a-dense-array-of-directional-wave-observations.html): Explore how integrating buoy data improves wave condition models for maritime and coastal applications, featuring the latest in low-cost buoy technology. (235 words)
- [Smarter Great Lakes: Dozens of Spotter Buoys Deployed Across the Region](/content/posts/smarter-great-lakes-dozens-of-spotter-buoys-deployed-across-the-region-481bc.html): Deploying Sofar Ocean Spotters across the Great Lakes for vital water and weather monitoring, aiding 50M people and a $5T economy. (185 words)
- [Using Real-Time Buoy Data to Analyze Storm and Environmental Impacts](/content/posts/real-time-buoy-data-analyze-storm-environmental-impacts.html): Enhance storm preparedness with Sofar Ocean's real-time data. Protect against coastal erosion and flooding with Spotter Platform insights. (205 words)
- [Rapid deterministic wave prediction using a sparse array of buoys](/content/posts/rapid-deterministic-wave-prediction-using-a-sparse-array-of-buoys.html): Explore wave prediction advancements in maritime operations with A. Fisher & team's research on SWIFT buoys, improving heave forecasts by 63%. (250 words)
- [Iterating faster with a modular-first approach to hardware architecture](/content/posts/iterating-faster-with-a-modular-first-approach-to-hardware-architecture.html): Can hardware engineering and development cycles match those of software? At Sofar Ocean, we believe that we can produce rugged, durable, and mission-critical hardware quickly and iteratively by taking a modular approach. (1,282 words)
- [PORTABLE SPOTTER BUOY STREAMS DATA LIVE TO GLOS FOR THE FIRST TIME](/content/posts/portable-spotter-buoy-streams-data-live-to-glos-for-the-first-time.html): Explore real-time data from the first Spotter buoy in the Great Lakes network, enhancing marine forecasts for Lake Superior. (107 words)
- [Observation of on-ice wind waves under grease ice in the western Arctic Ocean](/content/posts/observation-of-on-ice-wind-waves-under-grease-ice-in-the-western-arctic-ocean.html): Explore wave-ice interactions in the Arctic Ocean for climate projection and safe shipping, based on 2019 R/V Mirai Expedition data. (324 words)
- [Press Release: National Hurricane Center taps data from Sofar’s ocean sensor network to support extreme weather warning systems](/content/posts/national-hurricane-center-taps-sofar-data/index.html): The National Hurricane Center uses ocean weather observations made by Sofar’s global network of Spotter buoys to improve situational awareness, particularly in data-sparse regions. (631 words)
- [Introducing Spotter + Smart Mooring](/content/posts/introducing-spotter-smart-mooring/index.html): Extend Spotter's data collection underwater with the Smart Mooring system. Add and swap Bristlemouth-enabled sensors for real-time, customizable subsurface insight. (1,055 words)
- [Outsider wins DARPA challenge to predict where floats drift at sea](/content/posts/outsider-wins-darpa-challenge-to-predict-where-floats-drift-at-sea.html): A competition to forecast the locations of 90 floats drifting in the Atlantic could lead to better methods for tracking oil slicks and locating shipwreck survivors. (105 words)
- [Sofar Ocean and collaborators win NOPP Excellence in Partnering award for advancements in hurricane forecasting](/content/posts/nopp-excellence-in-partnering-award/index.html): The award recognizes Sofar and its partners’ contributions to the NOPP Hurricane Coastal Impacts project, which enabled better understanding and prediction of extreme storm impacts. (391 words)
- [Pacific islands call for coordinated regional approach to ocean observing](/content/posts/pacific-islands-call-for-coordinated-regional-approach-to-ocean-observing.html): Experts unite at Pacific Islands Ocean Workshop to enhance meteorology and ocean data applications for regional strategy and stakeholder engagement. (162 words)
- [New real-time data buoys support public safety and recreation in Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary](/content/posts/new-real-time-data-buoys-support-public-safety-and-recreation-in-wisconsin-shipwreck-coast-national-marine-sanctuary.html): Explore Wisconsin's Shipwreck Coast with real-time data buoys for safer boating, fishing, and diving. Stay informed with GLOS updates. (228 words)
- [Pioneering Smart Buoy Installed at Maui’s Mala Reef for Worldwide Coral Preservation](/content/posts/pioneering-smart-buoy-installed-at-mauis-mala-reef-for-worldwide-coral-preservation.html): Revolutionize ocean conservation with Sofar Ocean's smart buoy, the first on Maui for real-time coral reef protection data. (134 words)
- [Predictwind adds cluster of new observations ahead of America's Cup](/content/posts/predictwind-adds-cluster-of-new-observations-ahead-of-americas-cup.html): Enhance your forecast confidence with PredictWind's new high-quality Wind Observations from MADIS, NDBC Weather Buoy Network, and Sofar. Analyze your forecast with real-time observational data. (164 words)
- [Observing Sea States](/content/posts/observing-sea-states/index.html): Explore critical sea state research by Ardhuin et al. for maritime safety, climate analysis, and infrastructure planning using advanced wave models and satellite data. (367 words)
- [Meet the Team: Q&A with Russell Claessens](/content/posts/meet-our-team-russell-claessens-wayfinder/index.html): Meet Russell and learn about his career, what brought him to Sofar, and his plans for Wayfinder (703 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Shahin Anjum](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-shahin-anjum/index.html): Meet Routing Specialist Shahin Anjum and learn how nearly 15 years of experience across vessel operations, weather routing, and voyage optimization shapes his approach to safe and efficient maritime routing. (1,047 words)
- [Operational Assimilation of Spectral Wave Data From the Sofar Spotter Network](/content/posts/operational-assimilation-spectral-wave-data-sofar-spotter-network.html): Explore how a global network of 600+ buoys enhances wave forecasts, reducing uncertainties in earth system modeling for better weather predictions. (191 words)
- [Webinar: Collecting ocean data at scale using a regional monitoring network of marine sensing systems](/content/posts/network-of-marine-sensing-systems/index.html): The Autoridad Nacional de Asuntos Maritimos, NOAA Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and the University of North Carolina Wilmington will detail how they built their regional monitoring networks to collect data at scale. (308 words)
- [Ocean drone startup merger spawns Sofar, the DJI of the sea](/content/posts/ocean-drone-startup-merger/index.html): Explore the ocean with Sofar's tech: Trident drone & Spotter sensor merge for superior sea data capture & monitoring. Dive into innovation with us! (206 words)
- [Global shipping leader MOL Group deploys Wayfinder across fleet to cut emissions](/content/posts/mol-group-deploys-wayfinder-across-fleet-to-cut-emissions.html): Sofar’s Wayfinder dynamic voyage optimization platform accelerates MOL Group’s efforts to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. (565 words)
- [Introducing Spotter Scout: A Spotter You Can Position](/content/posts/introducing-spotter-scout-a-spotter-you-can-position.html): A new way to deploy the Spotter platform brings trusted, real-time ocean sensing to deeper waters where moorings aren't practical. (939 words)
- [New smart ocean buoys bolster fight against marine heatwave](/content/posts/new-smart-ocean-buoys-bolster-fight-against-marine-heatwave.html): Deploying smart buoys for real-time marine heatwave monitoring off Western Australia's coast by Minderoo Foundation and partners. (85 words)
- [How accounting for instability in the lower atmosphere improves forecasts of extreme waves](/content/posts/instability-lower-atmosphere-forecasts-extreme-waves.html): Sofar’s global ocean weather forecasts now account for local air density variability and wind gustiness. Incorporating these variables increases forecast accuracy of moderate to extreme waves during strong winds. (883 words)
- [Everything you need to know about the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII)](/content/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-carbon-intensity-indicator-cii.html): The Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) is an IMO regulation aimed at helping the shipping industry decarbonize. In this piece, we detail its key components. (829 words)
- [Data validation: statistics at Mavericks](/content/posts/data-validation-statistics-at-mavericks/index.html): To compare the Spotter data with traditional scientific instrumentation, we deploy a Spotter alongside a Datawell Waverider near Mavericks, the California big-wave surf spot. Detailed comparison of spectra and directional moments confirms outstanding Spotter data quality. (1,582 words)
- [Improving wave forecasts using satellite altimeter data assimilation](/content/posts/improving-wave-forecasts-using-satellite-altimeter-data-assimilation.html): We achieved a first in the weather forecasting field: operationalizing a global forecast model that assimilates both spectral wave data from buoys and wave height observations from satellites. (1,207 words)
- [An Ocean Scientist explains... Vessel Performance Models (VPM)](/content/posts/ocean-scientist-explains-vessel-performance-models-vpm.html): Sofar Ocean Data Scientist Galen Egan, PhD provides an in-depth explanation of Vessel Performance Models (VPM) and breaks down the key components of our Wayfinder voyage optimization platform's AdaptiveVPM™. (200 words)
- [Press Release: NOAA’s NDBC, Sofar Ocean to share methodologies to advance marine monitoring and research capabilities](/content/posts/noaa-ndbc-sofar-ocean-partnership/index.html): Explore the collaboration between NOAA's NDBC and Sofar Ocean to enhance marine data and environmental monitoring. Advancing ocean technology together. (423 words)
- [Navy, Sofar Ocean Partner on Ocean Data Collection Tech Research](/content/posts/navy-sofar-ocean-partner-ocean-data-collection-tech-research.html): Sofar Ocean partners with Naval Meteorology for advanced weather forecasting and marine data technology to boost Navy's operational decisions. (151 words)
- [How Sofar forecasts improve ocean swell predictions](/content/posts/how-sofar-forecasts-improve-ocean-swell-predictions.html): An in-depth look at how the observations made by our Spotter buoy network strengthen ocean swell predictions. (1,204 words)
- [Building the Economic Case for Protecting the Thermal Dome](/content/posts/building-economic-case-for-protecting-the-thermal-dome.html): How Wayfinder Voyage Simulator helped quantify the cost of protecting a marine biodiversity hotspot (1,734 words)
- [New moorings: wave data and engineering design](/content/posts/new-moorings-wave-data-and-engineering-design/index.html): Explore the innovative mooring design by Martini et al. 2021, enhancing wave buoy data for accurate coastal wave model verification. (129 words)
- [Next-generation real-time oceanographic instrumentation](/content/posts/next-generation-real-time-oceanographic-instrumentation-68833.html): Explore real-time ocean data with SPCMSC's new Sofar Smart Mooring & Spotter Buoy for advanced coastal change forecasts. (174 words)
- [Ocean Exploration Trust Deploys Sofar Ocean’s Smart Buoys in the Pacific to Fill Gaps in Marine Weather Data](/content/posts/ocean-exploration-trust-sofar-ocean-spotter-buoys-pacific.html): Discover the OET and Sofar Ocean partnership's mission to map the unknown seas and share vital ocean data for a sustainable future. (188 words)
- [Nonlinear Wave Kinematics near the Ocean Surface](/content/posts/nonlinear-wave-kinematics-near-the-ocean-surface/index.html): Explore the latest research on near-surface wave kinematics for ocean remote sensing and offshore structures by Smit, Janssen, and Herbers. (246 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Mike Maturin-DiDomizio](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-mike-maturin-didomizio/index.html): Meet Routing Specialist Mike Maturin-DiDomizio and discover how his background in meteorology and fleet operations shapes the routing decisions vessels depend on every day. (778 words)
- [New weather buoy deployed off Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore](/content/posts/new-weather-buoy-deployed-off-pictured-rocks-national-lakeshore.html): Explore MTU's Great Lakes Research with new Spotter buoys for advanced weather and water monitoring at Pictured Rocks, backed by CIGLR funding. (210 words)
- [Meet the Team: Q&A with Paul Van Vessem](/content/posts/meet-the-team-q-a-with-paul-van-vessem/index.html): Meet Paul Van Vessem, Sofar Ocean's new Head of Wayfinder Sales, APAC. (693 words)
- [Naval Oceanography and Sofar Ocean announce collaboration to advance ocean weather forecasting, data collection](/content/posts/naval-oceanography-sofar-collaboration-advance-ocean-weather-forecasting-data-collection.html): Sofar Ocean partners with U.S. Naval Meteorology for enhanced marine forecasting and ocean data, boosting naval operations and safety. (178 words)
- [Spotter array explores the Southern Ocean](/content/posts/metocean/index.html): After a year-long 4,000 mile voyage through the frigid waters of the Southern Ocean, while being exposed to some of the largest waves on the planet, Spotters cross the stormy waters of the Drake Passage. (587 words)
- [Meet the Team: Q&A with Captain Ketan Bhatia](/content/posts/meet-the-team-q-a-with-captain-ketan-bhatia/index.html): Captain Ketan Bhatia joins Sofar Ocean as Global Head of Routing, bringing 25 years of maritime experience across vessel routing, voyage optimization, and customer operation. (572 words)
- [New Technology Proving](/content/posts/new-technology-proving/index.html): Explore IMOS's 2019-2020 highlights on marine tech innovation, including wave buoy research, wind database, and advanced mooring systems. (93 words)
- [Dynamic route optimization: Finding the shortest path with Wayfinder](/content/posts/dynamic-route-optimization-finding-the-shortest-path-with-wayfinder.html): A deep dive look at the dynamic route optimization capabilities unlocked by Wayfinder. (1,413 words)
- [Sofar Ocean at Nor-Shipping 2023](/content/posts/nor-shipping-2023/index.html): Sofar Ocean attends Nor-Shipping 2023, a leading maritime shipping conference held in Oslo, Norway. (103 words)
- [How Ocean Buoys Enable Cost-Effective and Environmentally-Sound Wind Energy](/content/posts/how-ocean-buoys-enable-better-wind-energy/index.html): Offshore wind energy offers many benefits, and ocean buoys are key to safely establishing this important renewable energy source. (1,020 words)
- [NSW Nearshore Waves Program](/content/posts/nsw-nearshore-waves-program/index.html): Explore NSW's wave data from 7 Spotter Platforms for coastal hazard management with Dr. Mike Kinsela's expert analysis. Enhance marine safety in Australia. (123 words)
- [How Maritime Weather Forecasting Minimizes Risks in Shipping Operations](/content/posts/how-maritime-weather-forecasting-minimizes-risks-in-shipping-operations.html): Better maritime weather forecasting not only helps ships avoid extreme weather but also save on costs, arrive on time, and work toward decarbonization goals. (779 words)
- [Webinar: Building Australia’s national network of Spotter buoys to unlock real-time coastal data at scale](/content/posts/mts-webinar-australia-national-network-spotter-buoys.html): In this webinar, we discuss how Australia is creating a national coastal observation and modeling system using Sofar Spotter buoys to collect real-time wave data. (197 words)
- [How the Wayfinder Voyage Simulator works](/content/posts/how-the-wayfinder-voyage-simulator-works/index.html): A look under the hood from the team who built the Wayfinder Voyage Simulator (1,224 words)
- [How biofouling impacts vessel efficiency — and how to fix it](/content/posts/how-biofouling-impacts-vessel-efficiency-and-how-to-fix-it.html): The shipping industry loses tons of money and resources to biofouling each year. Here’s how to mitigate biofouling and improve vessel efficiency. (1,078 words)
- [Ocean data collection firm Sofar raises $39 million](/content/posts/ocean-data-collection-firm-sofar-raises-39-million/index.html): Explore Sofar Ocean's innovative marine tech and global expansion with their $39M Series B led by USV and Foundry Group for climate insights. (102 words)
- [Late Drop Big Wave Podcast with Grant Washburn](/content/posts/late-drop-big-wave-podcast-with-grant-washburn/index.html): Dive into Late Drop, the Big Wave podcast with top surfers, hosted by a big-wave legend. Explore wave dynamics with Grant Washburn at Mavericks. (118 words)
- [How to reduce a vessel's carbon intensity](/content/posts/how-to-reduce-a-vessels-carbon-intensity/index.html): An introduction to vessel carbon intensity, the new mandates regulating it, and the tools used by the shipping industry to reduce it. (925 words)
- [NDBC and Sofar agree to three year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement](/content/posts/ndbc-sofar-cooperative-research-and-development-agreement.html): Explore the NDBC and Sofar Ocean partnership for enhanced marine observation and real-time ocean data for better environmental monitoring. (192 words)
- [NOAA’s Global Drifter Program Partners with the National Data Buoy Center to Support US Navy-funded Spotter Drifter Deployments](/content/posts/noaas-global-drifter-program-partners-with-the-national-data-buoy-center-to-support-us-navy-funded-spotter-drifter-deployments.html): Explore NOAA's ocean monitoring efforts & advancements in hurricane forecasting with the Global Ocean Division & Drifter Program. (115 words)
- [Navy, Coast Guard, NOAA Work to Improve Arctic Forecasting for U.S., Allied Forces](/content/posts/navy-coast-guard-noaa-improve-arctic-forecasting/index.html): Explore U.S. Navy's Arctic strategies with AI & metocean tech for better sea ice forecasts & maritime safety. Stay ahead in Arctic defense & trade. (242 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Caleb Buchler](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-caleb-buchler/index.html): Meet Routing Specialist Caleb Buchler and learn how he helps vessels weigh safety against economics, navigate sensitive weather situations, and make confident decisions at sea. (758 words)
- [Mind the Data Gap](/content/posts/mind-the-data-gap-sofar-marine-technology-reporter/index.html): Discover how Sofar Ocean harnesses ocean data for innovation. CEO Tim Janssen talks growth & marine tech uses with MTR. Dive into the future of our seas. (198 words)
- [How Spotter Buoys Support the Brazilian Navy's Antarctic Weather Mission](/content/posts/how-spotter-buoys-support-the-brazilian-navys-antarctic-weather-mission.html): The Brazilian Navy chose Sofar Spotters to support their weather research and monitoring mission in the Southern Ocean. (849 words)
- [Data assimilation part I: bringing ocean observations into wave forecasts](/content/posts/data-assimilation-part-i-bringing-ocean-observations-into-wave-forecasts.html): Part one of our two-part series exploring data assimilation, a critical technique that improves the accuracy of Sofar's forecasts. (1,471 words)
- [Important Benefits of Weather Routing for Optimal Voyages](/content/posts/important-benefits-of-weather-routing-for-optimal-voyages.html): Weather routing helps shipping companies reduce costs, save fuel, and operate safely, optimizing each and every voyage. (762 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Koushik Reddy](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-koushik-reddy/index.html): Meet Routing Specialist Koushik and discover how he helps global fleets turn the unpredictability of weather into a strategic advantage through data-driven voyage optimization. (658 words)
- [Navy gaining access to global network of data-collecting buoys via new CRADA](/content/posts/navy-gaining-access-to-global-network-of-data-collecting-buoys-via-new-crada.html): Sofar Ocean partners with Naval Meteorology for a 5-year deal to boost Navy's forecasting and data collection. (134 words)
- [Press Release: MITRE Collaborates with Sofar Ocean to Develop New Bristlemouth Connectivity Standard for Marine Technology](/content/posts/mitre-sofar-bristlemouth/index.html): Bristlemouth delivers plug-and-play hardware interfaces for marine technologies. (344 words)
- [How Aqualink Uses Smart Mooring to Monitor Ocean Climate Change](/content/posts/how-aqualink-uses-smart-mooring-to-monitor-ocean-climate-change.html): Aqualink is using buoy data to learn how rising ocean water temperatures are contributing to the decline of coral reefs. (1,126 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Jessica Topal](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-jessica-topal/index.html): Meet Senior Routing Specialist Jessica Topal and learn how she helps vessels navigate changing conditions through expert weather routing, collaboration with crews, and a focus on safer, more efficient voyages. (531 words)
- [From Physics to Practice: A Performance Model That Works Where Others Don’t](/content/posts/from-physics-to-practice-why-our-vessel-performance-model-works-where-others-dont.html): Building a vessel performance model that works in real ocean conditions required solving hard problems in physics, AI, weather forecasting, and engineering all at once. (1,230 words)
- [How Sofar uses data assimilation to deliver the most accurate real-time marine weather intelligence](/content/posts/data-assimilation-most-accurate-marine-weather/index.html): A closer look at Sofar's approach to data assimilation and its impact on our high-accuracy marine weather intelligence. (1,482 words)
- [Meet the Team: Q&A with Gijs Harmens](/content/posts/meet-the-team-qa-with-gijs-harmens/index.html): Meet Gijs and learn about his career, what brought him to Sofar, and his plans for Wayfinder (434 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Sahil Chanjt](/content/posts/meet-the-team-sahil-chanjta/index.html): Meet APAC Routing Shift Lead Sahil Chanjta and hear how his background in Marine Engineering and years at sea have shaped his approach to voyage optimization. (272 words)
- [Introducing Wayfinder Voyage Simulator — Intelligent Voyage Planning in Seconds](/content/posts/introducing-wayfinder-voyage-simulator/index.html): Sofar's Head of Product introduces Wayfinder Voyage Simulator, a first-of-its-kind voyage planning tool for maritime shipping. (652 words)
- [Naval Oceanography Showcases Capability-Improvements at 103rd AMS Annual Meeting](/content/posts/naval-oceanography-showcases-capability-improvements-at-103rd-ams-annual-meeting.html): Join Rear Adm. Ron J. Piret at AMS 2023 for insights on Naval Oceanography's advancements in data modeling and meteorological achievements. (138 words)
- [How the University of Tokyo Measures Arctic Sea-Ice Interactions with Spotters](/content/posts/how-the-university-of-tokyo-measures-arctic-sea-ice-interactions-with-spotters.html): The University of Tokyo chose Sofar Spotters to conduct studies at high latitudes to better understand the nature of sea-ice interaction. The Spotter buoys were both resilient and able to provide meaningful data to the team even after spending the winter in the harsh Arctic Ocean. (746 words)
- [Press Release: MOL Group Introduces Sofar's Wayfinder Dynamic Voyage Optimization Platform](/content/posts/mol-group-deploys-wayfinder/index.html): Wayfinder reduces fuel and GHG emissions by an average of 6% through efficient operation utilizing high-precision weather forecasts. (320 words)
- [Webinar: How Sofar Ocean is unlocking the next generation of flexible subsurface sensing](/content/posts/mts-webinar-flexible-subsurface-sensing/index.html): In this webinar, Sofar's Evan Shapiro (Co-Founder and CTO) and Nevin DiParlo (Senior Manager, Sales and Business Development) discuss Bristlemouth enablement, new current measurement capabilities, key software updates, and more. (224 words)
- [More Wave Buoys Planned For Suva](/content/posts/more-wave-buoys-planned-for-suva/index.html): Discover Spotter wave buoys in Suva, Fiji for advanced wave observations, crucial for accurate weather forecasts and coastal safety. (114 words)
- [How a coral nursery in Kāneʻohe Bay turned a single Spotter into a community resource](/content/posts/how-a-coral-nursery-in-kane-ohe-bay-turned-a-single-spotter-into-a-community-resource.html): At HIMB's ToBo Lab, a single Spotter has become both a long-term research dataset and a bridge between marine science and the public. (1,216 words)
- [The final frontier of ocean exploration: investing in ocean data and IOT](/content/posts/investing-in-ocean-data-and-iot-the-economist/index.html): Explore ocean investment insights with Larsen Mettler on The Economist Impact, highlighting IoT and data for climate solutions. (127 words)
- [New DARPA Competition Seeks Predictive Models for Sea Drifters](/content/posts/new-darpa-competition-seeks-predictive-models-for-sea-drifters.html): Join DARPA's Forecasting Floats in Turbulence challenge to predict sea drifter paths and enhance maritime safety. Submit your algorithm today! (135 words)
- [Webinar: Exploring, Monitoring, and Protecting Coral Reefs with Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary](/content/posts/mts-webinar-monitoring-coral-reefs-fgbnms/index.html): In this webinar, Sofar Ocean and Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary discuss how FGBNMS uses the real-time ocean data collected by its Spotter wave buoy and Smart Mooring to monitor environmental conditions near the region’s coral reefs. (184 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Dhruv Anand](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-dhruv-anand/index.html): Meet APAC Routing Shift Lead Dhruv Anand and learn how his decade at sea shapes the routing decisions and team leadership he brings to Sofar Ocean. (414 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Drew Gustafson](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-drew-gustafson/index.html): Meet Routing Specialist Drew Gustafson and learn how he draws on a career in operational forecasting to deliver realistic guidance, keep vessel teams informed when conditions evolve, and support safe and efficient voyages across the global supply chain. (502 words)
- [How real-time wave data replaced manual port closures at Chile's exposed oil terminals](/content/posts/how-real-time-wave-data-replaced-manual-port-closures-at-chiles-exposed-oil-terminals.html): A small Chilean marine engineering firm has grown from a single Spotter pilot to a six-buoy fleet supporting tanker mooring decisions at the terminals that keep the country's fuel moving. (970 words)
- [Local Engineer to Star in National Geographic Ocean Exploration Series Produced By James Cameron](/content/posts/local-engineer-to-star-in-national-geographic-ocean-exploration-series-produced-by-james-cameron.html): Discover Eric Stackpole's journey from Humboldt gadget enthusiast to ocean tech leader at Sofar Ocean, inspiring global marine exploration. (141 words)
- [Meet the Routers: Q&A with Stephen Gomes](/content/posts/meet-the-routers-q-a-with-stephen-gomes/index.html): From the bridge to the desk, meet Routing Specialist Stephen Gomes and discover how a decade of seafaring and commercial expertise shapes the routing decisions that keep vessels safe and on schedule. (338 words)
- [IFOP deploys Spotter to monitor salmon farms in Chile](/content/posts/ifop-deploys-spotter-to-monitor-salmon-farms-in-chile.html): In Chilean Patagonia, Spotters collect ocean data that supports safe and sustainable salmon farming. (558 words)
- [Extreme Weather, El Niño 2026](/content/posts/extreme-weather-el-nino-2026/index.html): Sofar tracks the 2026 El Niño storm season with real-time ocean data, storm updates, and forecasting insights. (577 words)
- [Wayfinder delivers 5% average fuel savings across two key iron ore routes (Baltic Dry Index C5 and C14) in Q1 2025](/content/posts/dry-bulk-voyage-savings-iron-ore-q1-25/index.html): In Q1 2025, a sampling of Capesize vessels leveraging Wayfinder voyage optimization significantly reduced fuel consumption and emissions. (583 words)
- [Backyard Buoys awarded $4.98M Cooperative Agreement with National Science Foundation to improve ocean data access for Indigenous Communities](/content/posts/backyard-buoys-phase-two-announcement/index.html): Backyard Buoys, an Indigenous community-led ocean observing project, has been awarded a $4.98 million cooperative agreement with the National Science Foundation’s Convergence Accelerator program. (1,239 words)
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- [Webinar: From Data to Resilience – How ARII Uses the Spotter Platform to Protect Coastal Communities](/content/posts/arii-protects-coastal-communities/index.html): Learn how Atlantic Resiliency Innovation Institute (ARII) and its strategic partners are deploying a network of Spotter Platforms to strengthen coastal resilience statewide and beyond. (207 words)
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- [¿Cómo implementar sistemas de monitoreo continuo para centros salmoneros con estándar SMA?](/content/posts/como-implementar-sistemas-de-monitoreo-continuo-para-centros-salmoneros-con-estandar-sma.html): Learn to implement SMA-compliant monitoring for salmon farms to avoid fines. Insights from top environmental experts Mario Arrué, Daniel Ruiz, Felipe Ríos. (137 words)
- [Maritime Weather Routing Platform | Wayfinder by Sofar Ocean](/content/sem/maritime-weather-routing-platform-wayfinder-sofar-ocean.html): Wayfinder delivers 6.9% average fuel savings per voyage through dynamic maritime weather routing powered by proprietary real-time ocean data. Book a demo. (460 words)
- [Centro de Hidrografia da Marinha e Petrobras prontificam primeiras boias do Termo de Cooperação REMO Observacional](/content/posts/centro-de-hidrografia-da-marinha-e-petrobras-prontificam-primeiras-boias-do-termo-de-cooperacao-remo-observacional.html): Discover how the Navy Hydrography Center & Petrobras revolutionized ocean monitoring with Spotter buoys in Brazil's Pre-Salt region. (111 words)
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- [Better, Faster, Sooner: Voyage optimization goes digital](/content/posts/better-faster-sooner-voyage-optimization-goes-digital.html): Explore maritime shipping's future with Maritime Executive's insight on voyage optimization and Sofar Ocean's Wayfinder platform. (46 words)
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- [Spotter Water Quality | Aquaculture Ocean Monitoring | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/solutions/water-quality/index.html): Real-time water quality monitoring for aquaculture ocean monitoring, coastal research, and marine protected areas. Dissolved oxygen, temperature, satellite-connected. (307 words)
- [Spotter Buoy Specs | Wave Buoy Sensor Technical Data | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/buoy/specs/index.html): Full technical specs for the Spotter wave buoy sensor: hull, power, wave measurement range, telemetry, and ocean sensor deployment requirements. (372 words)
- [Spotter Currents | ADCP Alternative for Offshore Data | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/solutions/currents/index.html): Real-time offshore current measurements with Spotter — a practical ADCP alternative for subsurface ocean monitoring without the cost of traditional instruments. (228 words)
- [Speak to a Wayfinder Expert | Maritime Weather Routing | Sofar Ocean](/content/wayfinder-speak-to-an-expert/index.html): Talk to a Sofar Ocean specialist about maritime weather routing, AI weather forecasting for shipping, and how Wayfinder delivers fuel efficiency gains for your fleet. (354 words)
- [The Most Accurate Marine Forecast | Sofar Ocean](/content/ocean-weather/index.html): The only marine weather model built on proprietary ocean data. Trusted by the U.S. Navy, NOAA, and commercial shipping operators worldwide. (275 words)
- [Voyage Optimization | Marine Weather Routing | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/wayfinder/solutions/voyage-optimization/index.html): Daily marine weather routing and RPM guidance from an AI ocean forecasting platform. Wayfinder delivers 4-9% fuel efficiency gains per voyage for maritime fleets. (440 words)
- [Spotter Sound | Maritime Domain Awareness | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/solutions/sound/index.html): AI-enabled passive acoustic monitoring for marine protected area monitoring, maritime domain awareness, and ocean surveillance. Real-time underwater detection via Spotter. (335 words)
- [Smart Mooring System Specs | Spotter with Smart Mooring | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/smart-mooring/specs/index.html): Full technical specs for the Spotter smart mooring system: dimensions, power, Bristlemouth ocean standard sensor compatibility, and mooring configurations. (239 words)
- [A sea change for seafloor mapping](/content/posts/a-sea-change-for-seafloor-mapping/index.html): Explore the critical role of standardization in ocean mapping to enhance climate change studies, as highlighted by Wright in a recent Bloomberg and Washington Post column. Learn why increased funding is vital for accurate ocean data and its impact on CO2 sequestration. (238 words)
- [Salinity Sensor | Smart Mooring System Add-On | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/sensors/salinity-sensor/index.html): Add real-time salinity monitoring to your Spotter smart mooring system. Bristlemouth ocean standard connectivity for subsurface ocean data without custom integration. (270 words)
- [Privacy Policy - Sofar Ocean](/content/legal/privacy-policy/index.html): Read Sofar Ocean's Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal data across our products and services. (1,216 words)
- [Spotter Temperature | Ocean Temperature Monitoring | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/solutions/temperature/index.html): Real-time ocean temperature monitoring and thermal stratification profiling with Spotter. Built for aquaculture ocean monitoring, climate research, and sea surface temperature tracking. (202 words)
- [Spotter Scout Technical Specs | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/specs/index.html): Complete technical specs for Spotter Scout USV: vessel dimensions, power systems, navigation, sensing capabilities, and maintenance requirements. (313 words)
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- [Temperature Sensor | Subsurface Ocean Monitoring | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/sensors/temperature-sensor/index.html): Profile water column temperature for subsurface ocean monitoring. Bristlemouth ocean standard sensor for Spotter smart mooring systems — real-time, low-maintenance. (239 words)
- [Dissolved Oxygen Sensor | Aquaculture Ocean Monitoring | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/sensors/dissolved-oxygen-sensor/index.html): Real-time dissolved oxygen monitoring for aquaculture ocean monitoring, reef health, and hypoxia detection. Anti-biofouling wiper for long-dwell ocean sensor deployment. (294 words)
- [Spotters track the impact of mangroves on wave propagation in New Caledonia (SPC & IRD)](/content/posts/spotters-track-the-impact-of-mangroves-on-wave-propagation-in-new-caledonia-spc-ird.html): Explore New Caledonia's mangrove changes, risks of flooding & erosion with insights from SPC & IRD experts on wave impact studies. (90 words)
- [How to assess the impact of wind-assisted propulsion on vessel performance](/content/posts/wind-assisted-propulsion-voyage-optimization/index.html): Maritime shipping companies are turning to wind-assisted propulsion to green their fleets. But what is the technology’s actual emissions savings potential? (968 words)
- [2025 Wayfinder Savings Report](/content/posts/2025-wayfinder-savings-report/index.html): In 2025, maritime shipping faced constant uncertainty. We navigated our customers through it. (125 words)
- [Current Meter | ADCP Alternative for Subsurface Data | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/sensors/current-meter/index.html): A practical ADCP alternative for real-time offshore current measurements. Add subsurface ocean monitoring to your Spotter smart mooring system via Bristlemouth standard. (290 words)
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- [Bristlemouth Dev Kit | Open Ocean Sensor Standard | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/sensors/bristlemouth-development-kit/index.html): Integrate custom sensors with the Spotter Platform using the Bristlemouth ocean standard. Plug-and-play ocean sensor deployment for smart mooring and subsurface monitoring. (181 words)
- [Ocean Buoy Data & Wave Buoy Sensors | Real-Time Ocean Monitoring | Sofar Ocean](/content/sem/ocean-buoy-data-wave-buoy-sensors-real-time-ocean-monitoring-sofar-ocean.html): Ocean Buoy Data & Wave Buoy Sensors | Real-Time Ocean Monitoring | Sofar Ocean (213 words)
- [Spotter Configurator](/content/spotter-configurator/index-2.html): Configure your Spotter ocean monitoring system with smart moorings, sensors, and data plans. Build a custom solution for marine research and environmental monitoring. (118 words)
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- [Marine Protected Area Monitoring | Ocean Conservation Technology | Sofar Ocean](/content/sem/marine-protected-area-monitoring-ocean-conservation-technology-sofar-ocean.html): Marine Protected Area Monitoring | Ocean Conservation Technology | Sofar Ocean (239 words)
- [Pressure Sensor | Coastal Flood & Depth Data | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/sensors/pressure-sensor/index.html): Subsurface pressure monitoring for coastal flood monitoring and depth profiling. Integrates with the Spotter smart mooring system via the Bristlemouth ocean standard. (234 words)
- [Voyage Simulator | Predictive Voyage Planning | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/wayfinder/solutions/voyage-simulator/index.html): Run unlimited predictive voyage planning scenarios with Wayfinder. Compare routes using vessel performance modeling and real-time marine weather data before departure. (401 words)
- [Sofar Ocean](/content/video/combining-operational-and-ocean-sourced-weather-data-to-optimise-voyages.html) (50 words)
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- [Spotter Archive | Free Historical Ocean Data | Sofar Ocean](/content/mx/sofar-spotter-archive/index.html): Access free historical in situ ocean data from Sofar's global ocean sensor network. Wave, weather, and subsurface data for researchers, scientists, and the public. (655 words)
- [Ocean Intelligence Platform | Ocean Observing Systems & Sensor Network | Sofar Ocean](/content/sem/ocean-intelligence-platform-ocean-observing-systems-sensor-network-sofar-ocean.html): Sofar Ocean delivers real-time subsurface ocean data via solar-powered Spotter buoys, smart mooring systems, and a global ocean sensor network. Access via API. (250 words)
- [Voyage Reporting | Fuel & Emissions Savings Tracking | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/wayfinder/solutions/voyage-reporting/index.html): Transparent voyage reporting on fuel efficiency, CO₂ savings, and marine weather routing performance. Verify realized gains from Wayfinder across your fleet. (278 words)
- [Spotter Surface | Real-Time Wave Buoy Sensor | Sofar Ocean](/content/products/spotter/solutions/surface/index.html): Collect real-time wave data, wind, sea surface temperature, and barometric pressure with the Spotter wave buoy sensor. Solar-powered and satellite-connected. (211 words)
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- [Our Approach | Global Ocean Sensor Network | Sofar Ocean](/content/sofar-approach/index.html): Sofar Ocean operates the world's largest real-time ocean sensor network — turning in situ ocean data into intelligence for shipping, science, climate, and coastal communities. (298 words)
- [The New Technology Proving Low Cost Wave Buoy project advances to its next phase](/content/posts/the-new-technology-proving-low-cost-wave-buoy-project-advances-to-its-next-phase.html): Explore IMOS's low-cost wave buoy tech, a joint effort by top Australian marine research institutes, enhancing wave data accuracy. (167 words)
- [Sofar Ocean Weather Dashboard | Update](/content/sf-pages/weather-dashboard-update/index.html): Sofar Ocean's public weather dashboard was sunset on April 15th, 2026. Interested in accessing our data moving forward? Please fill out our Contact Us form. (28 words)
- [Contact Us | Real-Time Ocean Data & Marine Weather | Sofar Ocean](/content/company/contact-us/index.html): Get in touch with Sofar Ocean. Talk to an expert about real-time ocean monitoring, marine weather routing, ocean sensor deployment, or Wayfinder voyage optimization. (579 words)
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- [Return Policy - Sofar Ocean](/content/legal/return-policy/index.html): Review Sofar Ocean's return policy for hardware purchases including Spotter buoys, Smart Mooring, and sensor accessories. (460 words)
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- [The New Shipping Dilemma](/content/sf-pages/the-new-shipping-dilemma/index.html): Maintaining the status quo is not an option for global shipping companies in 2023. In order to meet the challenges ahead and achieve profitability, shipping leaders must embrace change and invest in cost-saving new technologies, efficient integrated systems, and alternative fuels. (75 words)
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- [White paper: The key components of an effective voyage optimization platform](/content/sf-pages/qsgfozb/index.html): Sofar Ocean identifies the key components of an effective voyage optimization platform, providing decision makers with the insights they need to choose the best solution possible (74 words)
- [Climate Commitment | Ocean Climate Data | Sofar Ocean](/content/company/climate-commitment/index.html): Sofar Ocean provides ocean climate data and global ocean observation network access to support maritime emissions reduction and a more sustainable future. (206 words)
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- [StoryMap: Hurricane coastal impacts](/content/nopphurricane/updates/storymap-hurricane-coastal-impacts/index.html): A StoryMap describing key aspects of the NHCI project and how they contribute to advancing scientists' ability to predict storm impacts., Research to improve predictions that serve and protect coastal communities (1,751 words, Nov 6, 2024)

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