Maritime intelligence. Built for protection and efficiency.

One platform that captures real-time ocean signals to deliver lower fuel costs, reduced emissions, vessel detection, and maritime intelligence at global scale.
the data layer

The largest privately-owned ocean sensor network in the world.

The data layer behind the ocean intelligence.

1.5M

Real-time observations per day

2.5K+

Spotters deployed globally

25M+

Hours of ocean observations

spotter platform

Ocean Sensing in real time.

The network that powers Sofar's intelligence. Spotter Platform is a global network of solar-powered sensing platforms that measure waves, weather and subsurface data in real time. Built for governments, researchers, and defense who need live ground truth data from the ocean.

wayfinder

Navigational support and efficiency.

Wayfinder is the voyage optimization software that recommends the best route, speed, and schedule for each voyage, built for shipping companies, commercial operators, charterers, and vessel performance managers. It combines live maritime weather data, vessel performance models, and commercial constraints to cut fuel use and emissions while keeping schedules on track.

4–8%

Average fuel reduction

Daily

Routing & RPM guidance

Real-time

Storm warnings and seakeeping alerts

One view

Shared across ship and shoreside

marine weather

Real data. Real models. Better forecasts.

From our own sensor network, we run our intelligence models, from global weather to hyperlocal forecasts. Trusted by NOAA, the U.S. Navy, and the world's largest shipping fleets.

50%

More accurate than traditional models.

What Partners Say
government & defense
Brazilian Navy
Hidrography & Navigation Directorate
Commercial · Bulk

“Wayfinder's voyage guidance has become part of how our fleet is operated, day to day. The fuel and time savings are real.”

Eagle Bulk Shipping

Commercial · Tanker / LNG

“The forecast accuracy is what sold us. Decisions our masters used to make on instinct are now backed with data.”

MOL Group

spotter platform

Sensor Network

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