MetOcean Data Link
MetOcean Data Link is streamlining the integration and delivery of metocean data to empower marine stakeholders with timely, reliable, and actionable insights.
Real-time meteorological and oceanographic (metocean) data play a vital role in offshore operations. As metocean data collection across various offshore industries continues to grow, adopting standards and best practices is key to maximizing its value for a wide range of stakeholders and making data accessible and useful for all. This project is supported by the IOOS Ocean Technology Transition (OTT) program.
MetOcean Data Link Focus
- Launch a comprehensive engagement campaign with metocean data providers and consumers to gather input that informs system design and usability.
- Engage data providers and consumers to improve the cyberinfrastructure
- Expand and enhance existing metocean data cyberinfrastructure
- Test and improve cyberinfrastructure with multiple use cases
- Provide documentation and training
- Transition the cyberinfrastructure to a national operational system
Cyberinfrastructure for Metocean Data
Hardware + software + networks + data + people
Standards-based processing, quality control, formatting, metadata, and access
https://ioos.noaa.gov/data/data-standards/
Benefits of Real-Time Data Delivery
- Maritime Safety and Navigation
- Disaster Preparedness and Response
- Commercial and Economic Activities
- Scientific Research and Innovation
- Resource Management
- Public Awareness and Education
Data Products and Access
NERACOOS Mariners’ Dashboard
MARACOOS OceansMap
Project Partners
Project Co-leads: NERACOOS | MARACOOS
Technical Co-leads: Gulf of Maine Research Institute | RPS, a Tetra Tech company
TIMELINE: July 1, 2024 – June 31, 2027
FUNDING PROVIDED BY: IOOS Ocean Technology Transition
