Windward

Exciting news! We have announced today the proposed acquisition of Windward by US growth equity investment firm FTV Capital. Partnering with FTV will allow us to accelerate product development and scale the company - ultimately benefiting all our customers - providing them with better service, technology and capabilities to better navigate through the increasing pressure on global trade. “This marks an exciting next step in the evolution of Windward, providing the opportunity to build upon our first mover advantage in maritime generative AI through accelerated innovation and greater market  reach. We are incredibly proud of the growth we have achieved while on the AIM market, and our ability to adapt and incorporate evolving technology, specifically generative AI. We are truly grateful for our shareholders’ support to date, providing us with the funding to expand our offering, enter new markets and continuously create exciting new products. With the success of that investment evident in our accelerated growth rate and bigger scale, now is the time to replicate that success across additional geographic markets. In addition, being US owned will allow expedited penetration and growth in the US market.” Ami Daniel, Co-founder and CEO, Windward. “As global seaborne trade expands, regulatory regimes tighten and supply chain pressures mount, the need for advanced maritime intelligence and visibility has become imperative for global organisations to effectively operate and manage risk in an increasingly complex landscape. Windward has built a best-in-class maritime AI-based analytics platform spanning use cases across risk, compliance, trading and the supply chain and delivering tangible value to its growing blue-chip customer base worldwide.” Brad Bernstein, Managing Partner, FTV Capital.   You can read the full announcement on our website. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dif24rxt #wnwd #windward #ftvcaptial

What are your 2025 resolutions? Hitting the gym? Reading more books? We can’t help you with those, but we can ensure you stick to your maritime resolutions! Let’s make 2025 the year you check every box. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q030THpR0 #Resolutions #MaritimeIndustry

72% of executives now use Gen AI weekly, up from 37% in 2023, according to Forbes. 2024 was a turning point for Gen AI, as it moved from individual experimentation to full organizational integration – and the results are undeniable. How will Gen AI transform global trade and the supply chain this year? Find out in our latest blog post. 👇 https://hubs.la/Q030THC-0 #GlobalTrade #SupplyChain #GenerativeAI

How resilient is your data strategy? AIS data is the backbone of global vessel tracking, but how can understanding terrestrial and satellite AIS coverage help you achieve complete visibility and make smarter decisions? Find out in our blog post. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q030WJQv0 #AIS #VesselTracking #MaritimeData

There were some choppy waters in 2024, but also lots of smooth sailing. Before everyone logs off to celebrate, we wanted to say Happy New Year! 🎆 We’re grateful for the partnerships, innovation, and milestones we achieved together in 2024. Here’s to navigating new opportunities, overcoming challenges, and making waves in the maritime industry. Wishing everyone a year of success, fun, and “full speed ahead!” results. 🛳️✨ #HappyNewYear #MaritimeIndustry #2025

Finnish authorities recently detained the Eagle S, suspecting its role in a Baltic Sea cable outage. This incident, part of a troubling trend, highlights the growing vulnerabilities of underwater critical infrastructure – assets crucial for national security and global trade. The Eagle S is just one of approximately 1,300 vessels in Russia’s “shadow fleet,” blurring the lines between commercial and paramilitary operations. If proven guilty of espionage or sabotage, the case could redefine maritime security measures. How can these threats be mitigated? Find out in the full blog. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q030TJkF0 #MaritimeSecurity #UnderseaCables #UnderwaterCables

🚨 Anomaly detected: a 37% drop in vessel traffic through the Bosphorus Strait. During the week of December 23-30, 2024, only 163 vessels were recorded transiting the Bosphorus Strait, far below the expected 257 vessels. What caused this sharp decline? 1️⃣ A crucial chokepoint closure: Turkish officials suspended vessel traffic through the Bosporus on December 26 due to the disabled tanker Cordelia Moon, damaged in a Houthi attack 2️⃣ Adverse weather conditions: strong winds and temperatures between 4-8.3°C likely caused further delays, even after the Strait reopened, exacerbating the situation As a critical connection between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean, disruptions in the Bosphorus Strait ripple across vessel schedules and cargo deliveries. Proactive insights matter. Learn how Windward’s Early Detection solution helps organizations stay ahead of anomalies like these. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q030MG3r0 #BosphorusStrait #Shipping #Houthis

The office of the Egyptian president reported a 60% drop in traffic for 2024, costing Egypt nearly $7 billion – a stark reminder of how quickly trade routes can change. Mounting geopolitical risks in the Red Sea and Bab Al-Mandab have forced vessels to seek safer alternatives, fundamentally reshaping global trade. What more has Windward found surrounding this shift? 🚢 A +297% surge in first-time container vessel visits to The Cape of Good Hope highlights the dramatic rerouting of maritime trade ⚠️ 170,000 route deviation customer alerts from the Red Sea issued in 2024 emphasize the escalating risks and the critical need for proactive monitoring and data-driven decisions Dive deeper into how global trade has transformed in 2024 with our latest infographic. 👇 https://hubs.la/Q030MLKJ0 #GlobalTrade #SuezCanal #RedSea

2024 revealed the vulnerabilities in global trade: $15B in weather disruptions, Houthi attacks reshaping routes, escalating sanctions, and more. Gen AI proved essential, enabling organizations to adapt to risks and make faster decisions. Read our blog post to discover key lessons and trends from 2024, and how you can stay ahead in 2025. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q030LXxt0 #GlobalTrade #GenAI #SupplyChain

“Who is accountable for the security of the underwater infrastructure?” asks Ami Daniel, Co-Founder & CEO of Windward, on the latest episode of the BBC’s World Business Report podcast. Reflecting on the recent suspected sabotage of the Estlink 2 power cable and a growing pattern of undersea disruptions, Ami explains, "My view from what I know in the world right now, the answer is nobody, and that’s the big problem that the world needs to deal with. If someone doesn't take ownership of this infrastructure, you'll see more and more events like this.” Undersea cables are critical to global trade, connectivity, and energy systems – yet they remain highly vulnerable to interference. From suspected sabotage by vessels in the Russian shadow fleet to ambiguous actions in contested waters, the stakes are high, and it’s clear that we need proactive solutions and shared accountability. 🎙️ For more of Ami’s thoughts on this critical issue, listen to the full podcast. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dWjEPePi #UnderwaterInfrastructure #MaritimeSecurity #Sanctions