This output is combined with topographic data including land use information. This should allow prediction of effects of headlands, river estuaries, sea breezes etc. I can imagine racing skippers finding this service to be very useful, also those running large race events, dinghy and larger yachts. Those making regular passages along a stretch of coast may find it worthwhile to join the service. Time will tell, I am sure that the Met Office will welcome feedback on the accuracy and usefulness of these products.
Users can check via the mobile for information on when to top up the kitty.
For further information go to the Met Office web site and click on Mobile Services. Mobiles using WAP will be generally cheaper to use for the above services because they will get the information through an Internet server rather than by using the mobile phone networks and some information will be free. Not a latter day Merlin, but a service provided by Transas Marine Ltd using data direct from the Met Office computers. Full details from Transas Ltd . Cost of products depends upon the volume of data provided.