Archive for August, 2022
OceanWise’s response to UKHO phasing out Paper Charts
The UK Hydrographic Office has announced the phased withdrawal of its paper charts to conclude in late 2026. This withdrawal includes digital facsimiles of its paper charts known as raster charts. As a consequence of this announcement, OceanWise is urgently considering how best to support users that use its Raster Charts and Raster Charts XL […]
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Environmental Monitoring at the Port of Tyne
OceanWise are proud to announce a recent contract win with the Port of Tyne to provide an environmental monitoring solution to support operational decision making across the Port’s jurisdiction. The project involves installation of new monitoring equipment as well as integration with a suit of existing sensors to deliver ongoing, accurate and reliable, real-time tide […]
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OceanWise Summer BBQ
The OceanWise staff and their families all got together for a summer BBQ down in the stunning countryside of Hayling Island last week. Thank you to everyone who came and joined in, to the excellent cooks who created a feast and also to Ralph and his family for hosting. We all had a wonderful time […]
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Marine data: costs and benefits
In reviewing a report from the Marine Environmental Data and Information Network (MEDIN), Dr Mike Osborne explains why it’s never been so important to understand and manage your data. Data is fundamental, and how we organise, store, manage and maintain it has a direct impact on how we go about our day-to- day lives and […]
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