As part of our framework agreement with the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO), we have expanded their global tide and sea level monitoring with the installation of a new Marine Environmental Monitoring Station (MEMS) in Grand Turk, part of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
When the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) set its sights on strengthening environmental resilience in the Caribbean, the island of Grand Turk emerged as a focal point. Known for its vibrant history and vulnerability to the forces of nature, Grand Turk needed more than charts and forecasts — it needed real-time insight into the ocean itself.
That’s where OceanWise stepped in. Building on our trusted relationship with UKHO, we delivered and installed a new Marine Environmental Monitoring System (MEMS) on the island. The project wasn’t simply about hardware and sensors. It was about empowering a small community with the kind of data that can help protect lives, safeguard infrastructure, and support sustainable growth.
The system now provides a continuous stream of accurate tide and weather data via our Port-Log platform, offering both real-time and historical views. This data is not only helping Grand Turk plan and respond to changing coastal conditions, but also feeds into UKHO’s wider efforts to provide reliable marine information across the region.
The impact has been immediate. Local authorities can now reduce the need for on-site inspections, cutting down both costs and carbon emissions. Decision-makers have access to trusted data at their fingertips, whether it’s for managing port operations, planning maintenance, or supporting community safety during extreme weather events.
At OceanWise, we believe stories like Grand Turk’s highlight the real power of environmental monitoring: connecting global expertise with local needs to build resilience where it matters most.
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