Ship Instrumentation

Vaisala’s maritime weather instruments and observation systems for vessel navigation are unmatched due to our technology and manufacturing methods. They are designed by top scientists and engineers, and our sensors are built in our own clean room and calibrated in our accredited calibration facilities before delivery. They are tested in the most demanding port and offshore environments from pole to pole, so that you can rely on them for safe ship navigation.

Vaisala is "global and local," with more than 20 offices worldwide and a large representative network. This means fast delivery and response times for our customers and partners. Our global service network and performance contracts guarantee you are not left alone with maintenance or spare parts.

Maritime weather observation systems from Vaisala are complete systems that provide real-time and accurate meteorological data to ensure safe ship navigation and presence at sea. Vaisala’s proprietary Weather Observation System is based on our reliable sensor technology and Maritime Weather Station, which is designed specifically for marine environments.

The Maritime Weather Station from Vaisala enables flexible and user-friendly data collection, communication, and reporting of weather information. It integrates all needed instruments into a single weather station with versatile powering, communication, and calculation options. Enhanced by Vaisala’s Maritime Observation Console Software, the data you collect can easily be viewed and studied from an on-board workstation with user-configurable displays.

Sudden changes in wind speed or direction are potentially dangerous and may have severe consequences on ship navigation. Therefore, accurate, real-time wind observation data is vital for keeping the vessel on its course. Vaisala’s wind sensors and displays are easy to integrate with your ship's bridge systems and processes, to support efficient and timely decision-making in maritime operations.

Vaisala provides a wide range of accurate, reliable, and robust wind sensors for demanding weather conditions and applications. Our ultrasonic wind sensors are an excellent alternative to the cup and vane mechanical sensors. Ultrasonic sensors contain no moving parts and are virtually maintenance-free. A heated model is also available. As a testament to their reliability, the US National Weather Service relies on Vaisala’s ultrasonic technology.

To ensure the safety of navigation, the International Marine Organization (IMO) is developing new provisions and performance standards on wind measuring equipment. Vaisala’s wind sensors and indicators are designed to fulfill the IMO criteria.

Accurate, real-time wind data is imperative for Dynamic Positioning (DP). When wind direction or speed suddenly changes while your vessel is trying to maintain its position, it can be difficult to take corrective action fast enough.

Vaisala provides a wide range of accurate, reliable, and robust wind sensors for demanding weather conditions and applications. Our ultrasonic wind sensors are an excellent alternative to cup and vane mechanical sensors. These ultrasonic sensors contain no moving parts and are virtually maintenance-free, and we offer a heated model.

Vaisala’s wind sensors and displays are easy to integrate with your ship's bridge systems and processes, and help support efficient and timely decision-making with proven observation data, which ultimately impacts safety. As a testament to their reliability, the US National Weather Service relies on Vaisala’s ultrasonic technology.

When you require weather observation data that is very detailed, including meteorological, oceanographic, or aviation weather support data, an Advanced Ship Weather System from Vaisala is the right choice. All weather parameters can be monitored with our Maritime Observation Console display software, while user-configurable alarms ensure safe operations.

Vaisala’s Automatic Weather Station selects the windward wind sensor, eliminating the effects of air-flow distortion caused by ship superstructures. Data logging provides access to historical data for easy reporting, and data quality control ensures reliable observations.