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Over the past years, Calypso Science has been developing high-resolution hydrodynamic representations of New Zealand’s coastal and shelf waters. Early work focused on a national hindcast, which provided a 3D baroclinic reconstruction of currents, temperature, salinity, and tides across the country (National data cube). Building on that work, thanks to PredictWind, we have now deployed a fully operational, national-scale forecast using SCHISM, capable of delivering hourly 3D fields of velocity, temperature, and salinity across the entire New Zealand domain.   At Calypso Science, we have developed SeaScope, an advanced tool designed for professional marine users. This innovative tool provides real-time forecast data, measured observations, and model-measured comparisons, offering a comprehensive decision-making platform for harbor pilots, offshore operators or vessel traffic services. SeaScope enables users to visualise and compare environmental conditions in real time, track operational thresholds, and download data tailored to their specific Portable Pilot Units (PPUs).
The Gulf of Panama, located along the southern coast of Panama, is a region of significant ecological and economic importance. It is approximately 200 km wide, and connects the Pacific Ocean via the Panama Strait that is one of the world’s busiest maritime routes.
Despite being world famous, the Gulf of Panama is surprisingly underserved when it comes to oceanography. Access to accurate bathymetry and tidal information, both essential for navigation and marine studies, is notably limited. 
New Zealand, with its extensive coastline and rich maritime culture, is a nation deeply connected to the water. With this heavy maritime activity comes the ever-present need for reliable search and rescue (SAR) capabilities to keep people safe, whether on, in, or under the water. Calypso Science and Oceanum have entered into a formal agreement with the New Zealand Police to enhance SAR operations by providing detailed tidal and current data, enabling more precise and timely responses to maritime incidents. |
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