WRI uses all available sources of information when recommending routes to your vessels. Our first priority is always the safety of the vessel and crew. Secondly, our route recommendations are carefully prepared to achieve the shortest possible distance or the fastest possible arrival or a required arrival time. Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Ocean crossings are filled with a variety of weather hazards, which can significantly impact a vessel's speed and resultant ETA throughout the voyage, and in extreme cases result in damage to the ship or cargo. Our recommendations also take into consideration "vessel specific" factors, such as stability concerns or required ETA.

The example below demonstrates a case in which a longer route can provide an earlier arrival as a result of significantly lower weather conditions. Using the latest technology and our years of marine experience, WRI Meteorologists are well equipped to provide your vessels with the safest and fastest routes for any voyage across the globe, saving you significant time and money.