LONDON - Windward Ltd., recognized as a leader in Maritime AI, has secured a long-term agreement to access a comprehensive set of Automatic Identification System (AIS) data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, which will support its advanced analytics and machine learning models through 2030. This collaboration promises to enhance Windward's capabilities in delivering critical insights to its customers in the maritime industry.
The agreement positions Windward to utilize one of the largest terrestrial AIS data networks. It includes over 6,000 vessels equipped with onboard receivers, contributing to what Windward describes as its "unparalleled insights." The data-sharing arrangement ensures that Windward will have continuous access to high-quality AIS data feeds, which are crucial for the company to offer informed decision-making tools.
Windward's data repository, which now integrates S&P Global Market Intelligence's data, comprises over 12 years of aggregated data from more than 120 carriers, 1,400+ ports and terminals, and 5,500 container vessels, among other sources. This extensive dataset fuels Windward's AI-driven analytics, enhancing the company's ability to deliver actionable insights that can improve operational efficiency and strategic outcomes for its clients.
Ami Daniel, Co-Founder and CEO of Windward, emphasized the importance of data security in providing consistent and reliable services to clients who rely on the company's insights for navigating the complexities of global trade. "The security of its provision is something we take extremely seriously," Daniel stated, underlining the commitment to uninterrupted service.
Jack Power, Managing Director of Global Intelligence & Analytics at S&P Global Market Intelligence, expressed satisfaction with the partnership, highlighting the high veracity of their AIS data and its capacity to offer real-time, comprehensive vessel tracking coverage.
The partnership between Windward and S&P Global Market Intelligence marks a significant stride in ensuring the continuity and quality of data essential for the maritime industry's evolving needs. This article is based on a press release statement.
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