About Our Company

About Us!

WRI’s team of marine meteorologists includes the top forecasters in the world. Each holds a minimum Bachelor degree in meteorology, and has extensive knowledge in global geography, climatology, and tropical meteorology. Since 1961, WRI has been a leading provider in weather forecasting, routing, and performance analysis for the commercial shipping, cruise, and yacht sectors.

Our services are tailored to the needs of our clients. WRI’s operations team is available 24/7 and are always monitoring the weather conditions and routing options to ensure safe, efficient, and enjoyable transits. For the commercial shipping sector, our team of performance analysts monitor the speed/consumption of your vessels to ensure compliance with the charter party description, and monitor your vessel’s performance throughout each transit.

WRI is equipped to provide you with clear solutions to optimize safety and efficiency, ultimately saving time and money We combine the best of technology with our experienced meteorologists to produce accurate, timely information. Innovative solutions, superior service, and unbeatable affordability sets WRI apart from the rest.
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Management
W. Peter Wirfel
Owner
Owner since 1992
Stasu Bizzarro
President
With WRI since 1996
Michael Dore
Director of Operations
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2005
Keith Wagner
Director of Operations
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2006
Brandon Capasso
Director of Operations
Commercial/Cruise/Energy Division
With WRI since 2008
David Cannon
Director of Operations
Yachting/Fishing Division
Jeremy Davis
Director of Operations
Yachting/Fishing Division
With WRI since 2000
Michael Renzi
Director of Information Technology
With WRI since 2006
Brian Whitley
Operations Manager
Yachting/Fishing Division
With WRI since 2006
Alex Avalos
Operations Manager
Yachting/Fishing Division
With WRI since 2017
Michael Stockwell
Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2011
Ryan Kiely
Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2014
Kyle Stockman
Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2018
Kevin Kelly
Assistant Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2014
Christine DiGiovanna
Assistant Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2020
Adam Rusak
Assistant Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2020
Benjamin Bacon
Assistant Operations Manager
Commercial/Cruise Division
With WRI since 2021
Donald Bullen
Project Manager
Energy Division
With WRI since 2019
Contact Us!

WRI’s team of meteorologists are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to discuss any weather or performance related questions.

Contact Details:

E-Mail: wri@wriwx.com

Phone: 1.518.798.1110

Website: wriwx.com

Dolphin: wriDolphin.com

SeaWeather: SeaWeather.net

Address: P.O. Box 345, Glens Falls NY, 12801

Immediate Openings Winter/Spring 2024:

Marine Synoptic Meteorologist (Entry Level, Senior Meteorologist, and Route Analyst)

Location: Glens Falls, NY     (On-Site Position)

Weather Routing, Inc. (WRI), a rapidly growing ship routing company that provides optimal routing, weather forecasts, and meteorological consulting for commercial vessels and yachts worldwide, is searching for high quality individuals with strong communication and superior forecasting skills. Computer experience and programming also a high asset.

B.S. in Meteorology is required. Knowledge or experience in tropical meteorology and/or wind, sea swell forecasting is highly desirable, but we are willing to train the right individual. Experience with ship routing required for Senior Meteorologist and Route Analyst. Applicant must possess excellent communication skills and be motivated self-starter along with knowledge of world geography and typical office computer software. Some desired requirements are listed below.

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology
  • Strong writing skills (able to succinctly describe synoptic weather patterns)
  • Strong verbal phone skills
  • Familiar/able to use MS WORD, Excel and other software common to a working office
  • Helpful courses: oceanography, climatology, geography, statistics
  • Strong desire to work daily in meso-scale and synoptic scale forecasting
  • Strong interest in mid and long range forecasting and weather patterns
  • Familiar with observation and forecast data including: metars, various model data, ASCAT
  • Familiar with interpreting satellite data for various features including: tropical storm development, frontogenesis, low development, cold air surges, and more
  • Some marine (boating/sailing) experience/knowledge helpful, but not required
  • Strong desire (and willingness) to be a part of a team effort
  • Previous experience with ship routing desired (required for Senior Meteorologist and Route Analyst)
  • Previous experience with performance analysis/monitoring desirable, but not required

Immediate Openings Winter/Spring 2024: IT Specialist

Location: Glens Falls, NY     (On-Site Position)

Weather Routing, Inc. (WRI), a rapidly growing ship routing company that provides optimal routing, weather forecasts, and meteorological consulting for cargo vessels and yachts worldwide, is searching for high quality individuals with strong computer experience and programming skills to join our team. Applicants must possess excellent communication skills and be a motivated self-starter along with knowledge of the desired requirements are listed below.


Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology or Computer Science or related field.
  • Able to demonstrate programming ability.

Experience with any of the following is recommended:

  • Microsoft Office Suite (including Microsoft Access)
  • Windows Server and/or Linux Systems Administration
  • Graphic Design / Adobe Photoshop
  • MySQL Database
  • GIS/Mapping systems.
  • Website Design: PHP/HTML5/Javascript
  • Shell scripting with Bash or Powershell
  • App Development with Node.JS, Electron, Visual Basic / C# .NET
  • Troubleshooting/debugging hardware and software in a technical support role.
Weather Routing Inc. (WRI) offers a benefit package that includes competitive salaries (earned by employee performance), retirement package, medical benefits (HSA/HMO), vacation plan, and employee driven bonuses with a beautiful location in the Lake George region of Upstate New York.

Mail or e-mail a detailed cover letter, resume, and transcript to the attention of: Weather Routing Inc,. Attn: Stasu Bizzarro, P.O. Box 345, Glens Falls, New York 12801. E-mail: sbizzarro@wriwx.com. Web: www.wriwx.com. No phone calls please. Any further questions can be directed only to sbizzarro@wriwx.com.


Weather Routing, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer