Author: Nate
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For the few right whales left, technology and teamwork are showing promise
Christian Science Monitor How StationKeeper and AIS technology, developed by MotionInfo, is empowering mariners, scientists, and communities to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales through real-time coastal alerts and unprecedented cooperation. Visit posting site
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Right Whale Season Update – Calves, Collaborations, and Curious Journeys
Fernandina Observer The Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors celebrated the installation of MotionInfo’s StationKeeper system at Seaside Amelia Inn, part of ongoing efforts to protect North Atlantic Right Whales during calving season. The AIS-based technology alerts vessels exceeding 10 knots in protected zones, helping reduce deadly collisions with these critically endangered whales. Visit posting site
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Saving North Atlantic right whales: High-tech solutions to prevent vessel strikes
International Federation for Animal Welfare MotionInfo and IFAW, alongside key partners, deploy AIS-based StationKeeper technology to prevent vessel strikes and protect critically endangered right whales along the U.S. East Coast. Visit posting site
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Company to add more high-tech devices to alert vessels of right whale sightings
News 4 Jax With support from manufacturers like Garmin and Raymarine, smaller vessels under 65 feet can now receive real-time alerts on right whale zones—helping prevent collisions and protect endangered species. Visit posting site
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Partnering with IFAW to Protect North Atlantic Right Whales
The North Atlantic right whale, with fewer than 370 individuals remaining, is critically endangered. Vessel strikes are a leading cause of mortality for these majestic creatures. In a groundbreaking effort to mitigate this threat, MotionInfo has partnered with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), Conserve.IO, and Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary to implement high-tech…
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Technology Designed for Vessel Collision Avoidance Now Safeguarding Endangered Whales
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Portland, ME – A cutting-edge system initially designed for vessel collision avoidance is now being deployed along the U.S. East Coast to alert vessel operators in real-time when they enter NOAA-designated Seasonal Management Areas (SMAs) requiring reduced speeds to protect the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW). This innovative use of Automatic…
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Saving North Atlantic right whales: High-tech solutions to prevent vessel strikes
International Federation for Animal Welfare MotionInfo and IFAW, alongside key partners, deploy AIS-based StationKeeper technology to prevent vessel strikes and protect critically endangered right whales along the U.S. East Coast. Visit posting site
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75 Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales Spotted Off Maine Coast
In a remarkable and rare sighting, 75 endangered North Atlantic Right Whales were recently observed off the coast of Maine. With fewer than 350 of these whales left in the world, this gathering highlights both a critical conservation milestone and an urgent reminder of the threats they face. The sighting, reported in Seacoast Online, underscores the importance…
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Navigating the Debate: Protecting North Atlantic Right Whales Without Speed Limits
The North Atlantic Right Whale, one of the most endangered marine species, faces growing threats from vessel strikes and entanglement. Recently, a proposed NOAA rule to expand speed restrictions for smaller boats in certain zones to protect these whales was not passed. This decision has sparked a complex debate, balancing the needs of marine conservation…
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How one company and News4JAX are helping to save the North Atlantic right whales using a high-tech solution
News 4 Jax A News4JAX report highlights how MotionInfo’s AIS-based StationKeeper technology, demonstrated in partnership with News4JAX, is helping reduce vessel strikes and protect the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale through real-time speed and safety alerts to mariners. Visit posting site