Meteorology is a global science
Sharing knowledge and expertise benefits all nations, including Australia.
We contribute to this global effort, working with organisations around the world. Our expertise helps advance international science, technology and operations.
Satellite observations are critical to our day‑to‑day work.
Satellites provide more than 90% of the data used in our weather and climate models. We use data from around 30 geostationary and polar-orbiting satellites, and all are operated by international partners. Observations from these satellites provides vital situational awareness that enhances forecast accuracy and timeliness. Continued collaboration is essential to maintaining the quality and reliability of our services.
Part of our role as the Permanent Representative for Australia in the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is to coordinate and support regional programs and activities, such as the annual Asia–Oceania Meteorological Satellite User Conference (AOMSUC).
AOMSUC is a unique forum for international space and weather agencies to exchange ideas. These relationships are key to keeping the bureau at the forefront of satellite meteorology. International collaboration plays a vital role in:
improving weather and climate modellingenhancing disaster monitoring and responsesupporting aviation, marine and defence servicesbuilding resilience to increasing high risk weather events.