Helideck Monitoring System
Keep crew members safe and maritime operations running smooth at all times with reliable marine weather observations.
Accurate, Reliable Weather Data
The unique Vaisala Helideck Monitoring System (HMS) provides all key weather and environmental parameters so you can maintain safe, efficient helideck operations no matter what the weather brings.
Measurements are based on Vaisala’s world class, reliable sensor technology designed specifically for offshore weather monitoring, including wind speed and direction, barometric pressure, air temperature, dew point, relative humidity, horizontal visibility, cloud height and coverage, helideck motion as well as integration with repeater lights. Optionally, it can cover real-time lightning data, wave height and direction, ocean current measurements, weather forecast, and remote wind measurement.
Built-in Regulatory Compliance
The Vaisala HMS is fully certified and compliant with current CAP 437 and HCA Standard Helideck Monitoring System Rev 9c requirements. Take advantage of CAA-certified software including Motion Severity Index (MSI) and Wind Severity Index (WSI), warning limits, on-deck relative wind direction with integrated repeater lights and optional lightning detection data.
The software can also be configured for compliance with international aviation regulations (Normam-27, BSL D 5-1 and NORSOK). Vaisala has CASR Part 91 compliant Aviation Weather Systems available.
Real-time, Secure and Shareable
The Vaisala helideck monitoring system is a turnkey solution with complete power, sensor integration, data collection and storage through Vaisala Elements Helideck Monitoring Software.
Keep on-deck personnel safe and ensure optimal landings and takeoffs in the face of changing weather conditions. The user-friendly interface keeps you informed of current conditions with a real-time data display, reporting tools and critical alarms.
Safe Offshore Operations
Get the accurate observation data you need for:
- Fixed substations or platforms in O&G and offshore wind parks
- Wind turbine installation vessels (WTIV)
- Service operation vessels (SOV) and construction support vessels CSV/CSOV)
- Floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) and moveable offshore drilling units (MODU)
- Commerce, defense and research vessels
- Offshore loading
- Subsea operations
- Supply vessel loading and unloading
- Crane operations
Offshore Servicing and Maintenance
Vaisala offers offshore servicing and maintenance for weather systems and sensors, ensuring compliance with CAP437 and HMS standards. Our fully trained engineers hold MIST/BOSIET with Working at Heights, Met Observer, and CompEx certifications, guaranteeing safe and professional offshore operations.
Our offshore services include:
- Project management and support – Ensuring optimal performance and high data quality and uptime for offshore weather systems and sensors.
- Continuous data monitoring – Overseeing raw and processed data streams to the Vaisala Elements web portal and third-party integrations.
- Quality assurance and compliance – Regular reviews, software updates and compliance maintenance to meet UK CAA CAP 437, UK HCA HMS Revision 9c, NORMAM-27, BSL-D-5-1 and NORSOK standards, or other local regulations.
- Sensor calibration and repairs – Annual calibration and servicing, including handheld weather sensors, to maintain accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Spares management and storage – Secure storage and scheduled rotation of handheld weather sensors at our Dyce, Aberdeen workshop with servicing and testing of sensors.
- Comprehensive documentation – Providing manuals, reports, maintenance records, work scopes, briefs/debriefs, HSE statistics and financial forecasts as needed.
Our expert technicians ensure your weather sensors and systems function optimally for reliable offshore operations.
Vaisala acquires Nevis Technology to expand its offering in the offshore wind market
On October 31st, 2024, Vaisala announced its acquisition of UK-based software, weather monitoring systems and services company Nevis Technology Limited. The acquisition enables Vaisala to further develop its business in the offshore wind area with solutions for safer and more efficient installation, crew transfer, and service operations.
The ultimate guide to helideck monitoring systems
Learn how the comprehensive and scalable Helideck Monitoring System (HMS) is essential for providing critical weather and environmental data, when you need it most.
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Discover how Vaisala's helideck monitoring systems can protect your personnel and operational efficiency. Stop costly flight interruptions and operational delays with accurate weather, wind, and marine observation data.
