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Vaisala Achieves Major Design Milestone as WM80 Wind Sensor Earns Prestigious iF Design Recognition for Reliability and Innovation

PRESS RELEASE -- 18, March 2026

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has earned its first iF Design Award with the WM80 Ultrasonic Wind Sensor, a product recognized for combining high-performance engineering with purposeful design. Developed for demanding environments such as renewable energy and maritime sectors, the WM80 delivers … Read the full press release

Vaisala Launches Lifecycle Service Program to Improve Reliability and Performance of Weather Observation Systems

PRESS RELEASE -- 25, February 2026

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has launched Vaisala Care, a new lifecycle service program designed to improve uptime, measurement accuracy, and equipment longevity for weather observation systems and sensors. The service offering introduces structured support packages that combine technical assistance, remote diagnostics, … Read the full press release

New Maryland Office Strengthens Vaisala and Xweather Commitment to US Market Growth and Advanced Meteorological Solutions

PRESS RELEASE -- 18, February 2026

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has opened a new Xweather office in Gaithersburg, Maryland, expanding its US footprint and reinforcing its commitment to delivering weather and environmental intelligence solutions. The site will house teams across sales, engineering, and leadership roles, serving as … Read the full press release

Vaisala Expands Elements Portfolio with Real-Time Software Solution for Smarter, Safer Weather-Driven Decision Making

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, October 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has introduced Elements Lite, an advanced, customizable software platform that delivers real-time, operation-specific weather intelligence to users across multiple industries. Showcased at Meteorological Technology World Expo 2025, the platform enables professionals in fields such as disaster response, … Read the full press release

Natural Resources Institute Finland Luke leads Bio2Max initiative to capture bio-CO₂ and recycle nutrients from biogas plants in support of Valio’s climate goals

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, October 2025

(IN BRIEF) The Bio2Max project, coordinated by the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), has been launched to improve the sustainability of dairy production and enhance the value of biogas plant by-products. The initiative focuses on capturing and utilizing bio-CO₂, creating … Read the full press release

Vaisala unveils WindCube 2.1 XP with extended range and efficiency to strengthen wind resource assessment

PRESS RELEASE -- 8, September 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has launched the WindCube 2.1 XP, a major upgrade to its trusted vertical profiler wind lidar, delivering higher accuracy, better data availability, and improved energy efficiency. The system provides reliable measurements up to 400 meters and is … Read the full press release

Vaisala launches change negotiations in Finland amid lower demand in renewable energy and Weather & Environment markets

PRESS RELEASE -- 20, August 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has announced change negotiations in Finland due to weakened performance in its Weather & Environment business, driven by a EUR 15 million decline in renewable energy sales and reduced order intake in meteorology and aviation during the … Read the full press release

Vaisala Joins AGCLIMATE Consortium to Drive Innovative Solutions for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Agriculture

PRESS RELEASE -- 19, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has joined the AGCLIMATE project, a Finnish-led initiative aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural fields. The project, which brings together leading research institutions and companies, focuses on developing practical tools for the food industry to … Read the full press release

Vaisala Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation with the Launch of AviMet 10 for Next-Generation Airport Weather Management

PRESS RELEASE -- 12, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has launched AviMet 10, the latest enhancement to its aviation weather management system, marking 50 years of innovation in providing trusted weather data to the aviation industry. This update includes modern, browser-based user interfaces, customizable layouts, and … Read the full press release

Vaisala’s Xweather Optimize Helps District Heating Providers Save €300,000 Annually by Improving Weather Forecast Accuracy

PRESS RELEASE -- 30, April 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala’s Xweather Optimize enhances the accuracy of weather forecasts for district heating providers, leading to savings of up to €300,000 annually. By improving forecast accuracy, district heating operators can optimize energy production and distribution, reduce operational costs, and … Read the full press release

Vaisala and Estonia Lead the Way with Europe’s First C-Band SSPA Weather Radar Installation

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala and the Estonian Environment Agency have installed Europe’s first C-band Solid-State Power Amplifier weather radar in Tallinn. This advanced technology offers improved weather forecasting accuracy, enhanced system reliability, and lower operational costs compared to traditional radars, setting … Read the full press release

Vaisala’s Ambitious Emission Reduction Targets Gain Science-Based Approval

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala, a leading provider of instruments and intelligence for climate action, has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term science-based emission reduction targets. These targets commit Vaisala to reducing its direct and indirect … Read the full press release

Vaisala Corporation Calls for Annual General Meeting to Discuss Key Agenda Items

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala Corporation has announced its Annual General Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at the company headquarters in Vantaa, Finland. The meeting agenda includes various crucial matters such as the election of board members, adoption of financial … Read the full press release

Vaisala Introduces Performance Share Plan to Drive Long-Term Growth and Employee Commitment

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala’s Board of Directors greenlights a Performance Share Plan aimed at supporting the company’s growth strategy and aligning the interests of shareholders and key employees for long-term value creation. The plan, spanning from 2024 to 2026, offers potential … Read the full press release

Vaisala Marks Ada Lovelace Day with Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion in STEM

PRESS RELEASE -- 11, October 2023

(IN BRIEF) On Ada Lovelace Day, Vaisala celebrates the accomplishments of women in STEM fields while reaffirming its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In 2021, Vaisala established a DEI program group and launched its DEI strategy in 2022, … Read the full press release

Vaisala Xweather’s Lightning Detection Network Turns 40, Decreasing Lightning-Related Deaths in the U.S.

PRESS RELEASE -- 1, June 2023

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala Xweather is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its U.S. National Lightning Detection Network (NLDN), which has been instrumental in protecting Americans from lightning hazards. Over the past four decades, lightning-related deaths in the United States have decreased … Read the full press release

Vaisala Capital Markets Day for analysts and investors on Tuesday, September 21

PRESS RELEASE -- 21, September 2021

(PRESS RELEASE) VANTAA, 21-Sep-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala (HEL: VAIAS), a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement, has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the company’s strategy and updated long-term financial targets for the next three years. … Read the full press release

Leosphere’s new WindCube® Scan Dual Lidar Ready offering provides complete, spatial wind data and cost-efficient offshore wind assessment

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, June 2021

The company’s technical and scientific experts are currently delivering dual-lidar technologies and services to meet growing customer demand for increased coverage, accuracy, ease-of-use, and cost-efficiency. (PRESS RELEASE) VANTAA, 3-Jun-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Global leader in weather, environmental, and industrial measurements, Vaisala … Read the full press release

Vaisala and DryKeep partner to enhance the moisture monitoring capabilities of transformer dry-out system

PRESS RELEASE -- 8, June 2017

Industrial measurement expert delivers its HUMICAP® MMT162 sensor to boost dry-out system’s ability to monitor transformer moisture levels VANTAA, 08-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala, a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement, has announced it is working alongside DryKeep to enhance … Read the full press release

Vaisala to reorganize its Weather Business Area into under four regions and two business lines

PRESS RELEASE -- 28, November 2016

HELSINKI, 28-Nov-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala reorganizes its Weather Business Area in order to simplify structure and operations and to better align with the strategy. Weather Business Area continues to develop industry leading weather observation products and services, which combine expertise … Read the full press release