Definition
Weather routeing combines gridded forecast data with the vessel's speed performance to select the fastest, safest or most economical track, which is frequently longer in miles than the great circle. It may be run onboard by software or supplied by a shore-based routeing service that issues initial recommendations and daily updates. The master retains full responsibility for the route actually sailed and for departing from any advice received.
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