Developed in conjunction with the offshore wind industry, our express service helps clients make quicker weather dependent decisions by offering 24/7 access to ABPmer’s SEASTATES weather downtime calculator.
A user inputs vessel position, tasks and limiting metocean conditions. Once provided, various weather window statistics are calculated and returned within minutes.
The results include: weather downtime and extended task duration at all probability levels, project risk profile, and a breakdown of downtime per task, to enable programme optimisation. All results are provided in both tables of values and easy-to-understand graphics.
The WDTX service analyses the proportion of time spent working and not working based on a task list and location you provide.
Statistics are reported by month for a range of probabilities allowing you to assess the statistics most applicable to your assessment.
We provide a range of outputs to help you identify particular areas of project risk, including: identification of the individual tasks in your operation contributing the most weather downtime and providing a timeline of progression through a task list.
Of course. We understand that it's difficult to know whether a software solution is what you need. The best way to decide is to give it a try. Call +44 (0)23 8071 1879 or email us to arrange a 14-day free trial.
No, nothing needs to be installed on your machine. Submissions are made via email using a custom template which we provide, and results are automatically returned directly to you.
Get in touch and we can set you up with a free trial of the system straight away.
We’ll send you the information you need to get started and you can be trialling the system within 24 hours.
There is no new software to learn, nothing to install, no complicated log-in, no passwords to remember, and yet, your data is completely secure.
What is Weather Downtime Express?
Developed in conjunction with the offshore wind industry, our express service helps clients make quicker weather dependent decisions by offering 24/7 access to ABPmer’s SEASTATES weather downtime calculator.
A user inputs vessel position, tasks and limiting metocean conditions. Once provided, various weather window statistics are calculated and returned within minutes.
The results include: weather downtime and extended task duration at all probability levels, project risk profile, and a breakdown of downtime per task, to enable programme optimisation. All results are provided in both tables of values and easy-to-understand graphics.
The WDTX service analyses the proportion of time spent working and not working based on a task list and location you provide.
Statistics are reported by month for a range of probabilities allowing you to assess the statistics most applicable to your assessment.
We provide a range of outputs to help you identify particular areas of project risk, including: identification of the individual tasks in your operation contributing the most weather downtime and providing a timeline of progression through a task list.
Next: Why do I need such a service?
Why do I need such a service?
Weather downtime can be a large financial cost and can cause delays to a work programme.
Having access to robust statistical estimates of likely weather downtime can dramatically improve your understanding of project risk.
Our global weather downtime service is designed with clients in mind to assist with programme planning, budgeting and insurance.
Next: What sort of operations is the service suitable for?
What sort of operations is the service suitable for?
Any operation in the marine environment which is restricted by the local winds, waves or flow conditions can be assessed using our system.
Next: Who uses the service?
Who uses the service?
Anyone planning or undertaking marine operations can benefit from using the WDTX service.
Our client list includes many lead marine operators and developers including Fred. Olsen Windcarrier, National Grid, NKT and Seajacks UK Limited.
Yes. Our Weather Downtime Express (WDTX) service provides automated access to our worldwide SEASTATES hindcast databases.
Next: Can I trial the service before I buy?
Can I trial the service before I buy?
Of course. We understand that it's difficult to know whether a software solution is what you need. The best way to decide is to give it a try. Call +44 (0)23 8071 1879 or email us to arrange a 14-day free trial.
Next: Do I need to install anything on my computer?
Do I need to install anything on my computer?
No, nothing needs to be installed on your machine. Submissions are made via email using a custom template which we provide, and results are automatically returned directly to you.
Next: How quickly can I start using the system?
How quickly can I start using the system?
Get in touch and we can set you up with a free trial of the system straight away.
We’ll send you the information you need to get started and you can be trialling the system within 24 hours.
There is no new software to learn, nothing to install, no complicated log-in, no passwords to remember, and yet, your data is completely secure.
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