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High resolution atmospheric forecast and hindcast models for wind energy in New Zealand
To support the New Zealand government’s net zero target, the decarbonisation of the energy sector is becoming a priority.
Last week, MetOcean Senior Physical Oceanographer Dr Severin Thiebaut and MetService Research Scientist Dr Ulrich Ebling, attended with great interest the 2022 NZ Wind Energy Conference and Offshore Wind Workshop in Wellington.
Vacancy: Physical Oceanographer – Wave Modeller
We are currently seeking a talented SWAN Modeller to join our Research and Development team. MetOcean Solutions is a science-based consultancy and forecast supplier providing specialist numerical modelling and analytical solutions in meteorology and oceanography.
The Point Forecast API – high quality weather data at your fingertips
The MetOcean Point Forecast API is now being offered through MetService.com, enabling easy access not only to wave and hydrodynamic forecast models but also the expert atmospheric modelling capabilities you’d expect from a National Weather Service (NWS).
MetOcean Solutions at the Joint EuroSea and OceanPredict Workshop 2022
This week, MetOcean Solutions’ team is presenting at the Joint EuroSea and OceanPredict workshop on Ocean Prediction and Observing System Design. Running from 29 June to 1 July, the workshop aims to support connecting, exploring, and advancing observation and ocean prediction efforts in a global context.
A tale of two coasts
Winter begins to bite, with a series of active fronts and low pressures systems tracking across the country, with an energetic low-pressure system bringing blustery conditions, rain, and large seas to the west coast of both Te Ika-a-Māui and Te Waipounamu (North and South Island) peaking Monday, while the northern and eastern shorelines can expect far smaller wave heights.
Celebrate World Ocean Day With Us!
On World Ocean Day, we would like to celebrate our passion for the ocean.
As one of the largest groups of physical oceanographers in the Southern Hemisphere, we are passionate about science, the ocean and creating meaningful solutions for our clients, partners and community.
New SwellMap and WeatherMap have gone live!
After 15 years of service to the recreational sector, the websites have finally been revamped with new and improved features and modelling.
MetOcean Solutions at Australasian Coasts & Ports 2021
This week, the MetOcean Solutions team will be attending the Australasian Coasts & Ports 2021 Conference. The conference brings together engineers, planners, scientists, and researchers to discuss multi-disciplinary issues related to coasts and ports.
New Zealand coastline mapping using satellite imagery
Globally, coastlines are subject to significant environmental and anthropogenic pressure. To effectively manage and plan coastal use and adaptation, stakeholders need to understand historical coastline variability as well as have visibility on the existing state of the coastline.
Holly Watson joins MetOcean Solutions
We are delighted to welcome Holly Watson to MetOcean Solutions. Holly is a Physical Oceanographer, specialising in coastal environments. She will be joining our Marine Project Consultancy Team, and is based in Sydney.
Understanding marine forecasts
New Zealand is an island nation, and many kiwis get a lot of pleasure, wellbeing and wealth from the oceans which surround us. As part of SeaWeek, we would like to help you better understand the marine forecasts which enable us to enjoy and explore our marine environment safely. Marine weather forecasts provide information about how the weather and ocean will look in the near future.
Drifting Wave Buoy Rides the Waves of Cyclone DOVI
A MetOcean wave buoy drifting in the Tasman Sea found itself close to the center of the ex-tropical cyclone Dovi, as it moved across New Zealand on Sunday the 13th of February 2022. The wave buoy measured significant wave heights (Hs) of 7.5 meters at the highest.
Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Today, 11 February, is UNESCO’s international Women and Girls in Science day. We would like to recognize the key contribution of our female scientists at MetOcean Solutions.
From strong numerical modelling and programming capabilities to GIS expertise and many hours of experience working at sea, our MetOcean’ women bring all to the table.
Tropical Cyclone Cody to bring large waves and potentially dangerous ocean conditions to New Zealand's coast
A new tropical cyclone that has been developing in the South Pacific Ocean is now officially named Tropical Cyclone Cody. While the centre of the ex-tropical cyclone is currently forecast to track to the northeast of New Zealand, significant wave height along the northeast coast of New Zealand is expected to build rapidly from Friday the 14th and through the coming weekend.
New research expands the current knowledge of Aotearoa’s complex wave climate
MetOcean Solutions’ expert oceanographer Dr João Albuquerque recently published a study on wave partitioned hindcast data from New Zealand waters.
New SwellMap and WeatherMap released
The new SwellMap and WeatherMap websites have gone live! SwellMap is one of New Zealand’s most extensive and dedicated marine forecasting websites and was the country’s first marine forecast site dedicated to recreational users.
We’re excited to welcome Alex Ushakov to the MetOcean Solutions team
MetOcean Solutions is delighted to welcome Alex Ushakov to the team. Alex will be joining us as a Scientific Systems Engineer.
We welcome the newest additions to the MetOcean Solutions team
At MetOcean Solutions (MOS), we recognise that our employees are invaluable. Each of them brings expert knowledge and skills that make us a unique team and allow us to continue to push boundaries.
Eddy and enhanced primary productivity captured in MetOcean Solutions model and satellite images off the coast of Kaikoura
A MetOcean Solutions model clearly illustrates the occurrence of a cyclonic eddy off the coast of Kaikoura, New Zealand on Saturday the 11th of September 2021.
MetOcean Solutions scientist publishes long-awaited study on the Taranaki wave climate
MetOcean Solutions’ wave modeller, Dr Henrique Rapizo, is the lead author of the recently published study that fills a two-decade-long knowledge gap of the New Zealand (NZ) Taranaki regional wave climate.