WRI’s team of marine meteorologists includes the top forecasters in the world. Each holds a minimum Bachelor degree in meteorology, and has extensive knowledge in global geography, climatology, and tropical meteorology. Since 1961, WRI has been a leading provider in weather forecasting, routing, and performance analysis for the commercial shipping, cruise, and yacht sectors.
Our services are tailored to the needs of our clients. WRI’s operations team is available 24/7 and are always monitoring the weather conditions and routing options to ensure safe, efficient, and enjoyable transits. For the commercial shipping sector, our team of performance analysts monitor the speed/consumption of your vessels to ensure compliance with the charter party description, and monitor your vessel’s performance throughout each transit.
WRI is equipped to provide you with clear solutions to optimize safety and efficiency, ultimately saving time and money We combine the best of technology with our experienced meteorologists to produce accurate, timely information. Innovative solutions, superior service, and unbeatable affordability sets WRI apart from the rest.
Management
W. Peter Wirfel
Owner since 1992
Stasu Bizzarro
With WRI since 1996
Michael Dore
Commercial/Cruise Division
Keith Wagner
Commercial/Cruise Division
Brandon Capasso
Commercial/Cruise/Energy Division
Kyle Stockman
Commercial/Cruise Division
David Cannon
Jeremy Davis
Michael Renzi
With WRI since 2006
Matthew Muscato
With WRI since 2013
Brian Whitley
Yachting/Fishing Division
Alex Avalos
Yachting/Fishing Division
Michael Stockwell
Commercial/Cruise Division
Christine DiGiovanna
Commercial/Cruise Division
Adam Rusak
Commercial/Cruise Division
Zack Jacomowitz
Commercial/Cruise Division
Donald Bullen
Energy Division
WRI’s team of meteorologists are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to discuss any weather or performance related questions.
Contact Details:
E-Mail: wri@wriwx.com
Phone: 1.518.798.1110
Website: wriwx.com
Dolphin: wriDolphin.com
SeaWeather: SeaWeather.net
Address: P.O. Box 345, Glens Falls NY, 12801
Immediate Openings Fall/Winter 2025:
Marine Synoptic Meteorologist (Entry Level, Senior Meteorologist, and Route Analyst)
Location: Glens Falls, NY (On-Site Position)
Weather Routing, Inc. (WRI), a rapidly growing ship routing company that provides optimal routing, weather forecasts, and meteorological consulting for commercial vessels and yachts worldwide, is searching for high quality individuals with strong communication and superior forecasting skills. Computer experience and programming also a high asset.
B.S. in Meteorology is required. Knowledge or experience in tropical meteorology and/or wind, sea swell forecasting is highly desirable, but we are willing to train the right individual. Experience with ship routing required for Senior Meteorologist and Route Analyst. Applicant must possess excellent communication skills and be motivated self-starter along with knowledge of world geography and typical office computer software. Some desired requirements are listed below.
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology
- Strong writing skills (able to succinctly describe synoptic weather patterns)
- Strong verbal phone skills
- Familiar/able to use MS WORD, Excel and other software common to a working office
- Helpful courses: oceanography, climatology, geography, statistics
- Strong desire to work daily in meso-scale and synoptic scale forecasting
- Strong interest in mid and long range forecasting and weather patterns
- Familiar with observation and forecast data including: metars, various model data, ASCAT
- Familiar with interpreting satellite data for various features including: tropical storm development, frontogenesis, low development, cold air surges, and more
- Some marine (boating/sailing) experience/knowledge helpful, but not required
- Strong desire (and willingness) to be a part of a team effort
- Previous experience with ship routing desired (required for Senior Meteorologist and Route Analyst)
- Previous experience with performance analysis/monitoring desirable, but not required
- $50,000 – $56,000, based on experience
Immediate Openings Summer/Fall 2025: IT Specialist
Location: Glens Falls, NY (On-Site Position)
Weather Routing, Inc. (WRI), a rapidly growing ship routing company that provides optimal routing, weather forecasts, and meteorological consulting for cargo vessels and yachts worldwide, is searching for high quality individuals with strong computer experience and programming skills to join our team. Applicants must possess excellent communication skills and be a motivated self-starter along with knowledge of the desired requirements are listed below.
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology or Computer Science or related field.
- Able to demonstrate programming ability.
- Microsoft Office Suite (including Microsoft Access)
- Windows Server and/or Linux Systems Administration
- Graphic Design / Adobe Photoshop
- MySQL Database
- GIS/Mapping systems.
- Website Design: PHP/HTML5/Javascript
- Shell scripting with Bash or Powershell
- App Development with Node.JS, Electron, Visual Basic / C# .NET
- Troubleshooting/debugging hardware and software in a technical support role.
- $50,000 – $56,000, based on experience
Mail or e-mail a detailed cover letter, resume, and transcript to the attention of: Weather Routing Inc,. Attn: Stasu Bizzarro, P.O. Box 345, Glens Falls, New York 12801. E-mail: sbizzarro@wriwx.com. Web: www.wriwx.com. No phone calls please. Any further questions can be directed only to sbizzarro@wriwx.com.
Weather Routing, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer
