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Earth’s Hottest June on Record: What It Means for Our Planet

In June 2023, global temperatures hit record highs, marking the hottest June since records began. As the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service reported, this alarming trend is part of 13 consecutive months of record-breaking temperatures. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns that such temporary breaches of the 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels highlight the… Continue reading Earth’s Hottest June on Record: What It Means for Our Planet

Nature’s Wrath: Hurricanes

Hurricanes are one of the natural phenomena that reveal the power of the atmosphere with their magnificence and especially with the traces of destruction they leave behind. The scientific classification of hurricanes is that storms with speeds exceeding 74 mph. However, hurricanes are too complex meteorological events to be dismissed as storms. For example, during… Continue reading Nature’s Wrath: Hurricanes

The Need for Weather Intelligence in Port and Maritime Operations

Port and Maritime Operations Today, nearly 90% of the international logistics sector operates via sea routes, with thousands of port operations occurring daily. One of the primary reasons for this is the ability to transport large quantities of cargo in a single trip. Large cargo ships, with a capacity to carry up to 24,000 containers,… Continue reading The Need for Weather Intelligence in Port and Maritime Operations

Weather Impact on Aviation Sector

What is Aviation Meteorology? Aviation Meteorology, also known as Aeronautic Meteorology, is the branch of meteorology that observes and predicts meteorological events affecting flight operations. Weather conditions play a crucial role in aviation, impacting everything from flight safety to operational costs. Understanding and forecasting weather is vital for ensuring the safety and reliability of air… Continue reading Weather Impact on Aviation Sector

Port Operations Enhanced by Weather Intelligence

Port and Maritime Sector In today’s world, where nearly 90% of international logistics is conducted via sea routes, thousands of port operations occur daily. According to the Global Ports and Terminal Operations Research Report, the Global Ports and Terminal Operations market size was valued at USD 3808.94 million in 2023. It is expected to reach… Continue reading Port Operations Enhanced by Weather Intelligence

How Does Turbulence Form and How to Take Precautions?

What is Turbulence? The term turbulence refers to the irregularity in the flow of a moving stream. This irregularity is generally caused by sudden changes in pressure in the region, but it can also be triggered by factors such as changes in wind speed and direction, surface roughness, temperature differences, and jet streams. These changes… Continue reading How Does Turbulence Form and How to Take Precautions?

Small Talks with Begüm Arslan

In this episode of Buluttan Small Talks with Begüm. Begüm shares with us today what she does as a meteorological engineer intern at Buluttan, her views on the future of Buluttan, and the things she enjoys doing. Gökmen: Today, we are here with Begüm. Welcome, Begüm. Begüm: Thank you. Gökmen: How are you? Begüm: I’m… Continue reading Small Talks with Begüm Arslan

Preventing Unexpected Issues in the Aviation Industry with Weather Intelligence

The Cost of Weather-Related Flight Cancellations and Delays for Airlines For airlines, knowing the weather and making decisions accordingly is crucial. Many airlines suffer millions of dollars in losses annually due to weather-related flight cancellations and delays. According to a study, in 2022, 38.65% of delayed flights in the United States were weather-related, with a… Continue reading Preventing Unexpected Issues in the Aviation Industry with Weather Intelligence

On Wind Energy with Erkan Yılmaz

Who is Erkan Yılmaz? The guest of this episode of Buluttan Talks is Erkan Yılmaz, an experienced professional in the wind energy sector. He graduated from Istanbul Technical University, Faculty of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Department of Meteorology Engineering in 2013 and completed his master’s degree in Atmospheric Sciences in 2016. During his master’s studies, he… Continue reading On Wind Energy with Erkan Yılmaz