1. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (1) JCOMM in situ Observing Platform Support Centre Most developments now achieved –Infrastructure in place Database, GIS, application servers –Software developments ⇒ Centre is operational Developments are ongoing Excellent synergy between DBCP&SOOP, Argo TCs

2. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (2) Presently fully supported: –DBCP –SOOP –Argo Marginal support to: –GLOSS –SOT

3. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (3) Developments during intersessional period New web site –Apple Xserve G5 2.3 GHz server –Graphic design –Ergonomics –Compatibility with AIC –DBCP & SOOP web site directory structure integrated –Comprehensive information available –Buoy metadata collection system –New monitoring tools Platforms, ships, WMO numbers, GTS stats Buoy monit. Stats, last GTS obs. Life-time stats. Map of barometer drifters by country –Quick search (platforms, contacts, news, documents) New mapping system –Global equal cylindrical projection –Universal polar stereographic projection (N. & S.)

4. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (4) Web site structure Implementation Monitoring Map room Instrumentation Data Plus quick links –News –Platforms –Contacts –Documents –Meetings –Gallery –Links –Help

5. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (5) Web site structure Implementation –DBCP, SOOP, Argo –Requirements (e.g. WWW, GCOS-92) –GTS –Deployment opportunities –Manufacturers –Satellite data telecommunication Monitoring –Status –Platform query –GTS monitoring –Quality information …

6. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (6) Web site structure … Map room –Dynamic –Static –Lists of typical maps Instrumentation –Manufacturers –Metadata –Standards –Instrument evaluation Data –How to get data –GTS –List of data centres

7. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (7) Universal Polar Stereographic Projection (S)

8. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (8)

9. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (9)

10. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (10) Monitoring system for Argo

11. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (11) Integration of observing systems

12. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (12) Much discussion on SOT coordination since JCOMM-I –SOT-I, II, II –OCG-I, II, III –DBCP-20 –JCOMM/MAN-IV, Paris, Feb. 2005 –JCOMM-II, Halifax, September 2005 Outcome –JCOMMOPS potential recognized –JCOMMOPS or Member states providing services –Additional resources might be needed –Identified activities and functions for JCOMMOPS itself Monitoring tools, e.g. VOS global distribution Metrics on ship performances for AP, SST Performance indicators on timeliness of ship reports –New ToR proposed by OCG for JCOMMOPS Support to Ship Observation Team (SOT)

13. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (13) new Terms of References for JCOMMOPS (endorsed by JCOMM-II) Under guidance of OCG; Following direction of DBCP, SOT, AST, and ET/SDR * : (i)Act as a focal point for implementation & operation of obs. systems, and provide assistance to platform operators for free and unrestricted data exchange (telecom. systems, formats, clarifying & resolve issues); (ii)Maintain information on data requirements (GOOS, GCOS, WWW); (iii) Gateway for information on instrument deployment, servicing opportunities, contact information; (iv)Provide information on observational programmes, e.g. instrumentation, instr. Evaluation, data quality. * JCOMM-II required to add support ot ET on Satellite Data Requirements

14. DBCP-21, Buenos Aires,17-21 October 2005, JCOMMOPS (14) Future funding for JCOMMOPS Goal: Secure long term funding and widen participation JCOMM-II recommendation –OCG to investigate establishing budget line under JCOMM trust fund for JCOMMOPS development & operations –Secretariats to investigate with funding Members/Member States DBCP, SOOP & Argo contributions made through JCOMM trust fund ? –Decision by MAN during intersessional period