Applications of Meteorology Programme (AMP)

The Applications of Meteorology Programme (AMP)

The AMP consists of four essential programme areas:

Public weather services, agricultural meteorology, aeronautical meteorology and
marine meteorology and oceanography. These promote the development of infrastructure, expertise and services for the benefit of the general public and the economic sectors of agriculture, air and marine transport in Member Countries.

Aeronautical Meteorology Programme Assisting Members in the provision of meteorological support to meet the requirements of aviation for safe, economic and efficient air navigation.	Agricultural Meteorology Programme Assisting Members in the provision of meteorological and related services to the agricultural community.
Marine Meteorology and Oceanography Programme Coordinates and facilitates the sustained provision of global and regional coverage observational data, products and services to address the continued and expanding requirements of the maritime user community for met-ocean services and information, focusing on safety of life and property at sea, and integrated coastal management and societal impacts.	Public Weather Services Programme Strengthening the capabilities of WMO Members to meet the needs of the community through provision of comprehensive weather services, with particular emphasis on public safety and welfare, and to foster a better understanding by the public of the capabilities of national Meteorological Services and how best to use their services.

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