EUMETSAT to discontinue satellite data distribution via GTS from 14 January 2027
EUMETSAT will discontinue the distribution of satellite data through the WMO Global Telecommunication System (GTS) as of 14 January 2027. These data have been available through the WMO Information System 2.0 (WIS 2.0) since 15 December 2025: EUMETSAT's WIS 2.0 node operational.
EUMETSAT has already informed its Members of this transition and the planned discontinuation of satellite data distribution through the GTS. This communication from WMO aims to further raise awareness among all WMO Members and support a smooth transition to WIS 2.0.
WMO Members relying on EUMETSAT satellite data distributed via the GTS are encouraged to take the necessary steps to ensure continuity of their operational data reception through WIS 2.0 before 14 January 2027, in order to avoid any potential disruption to their services.
What should WMO Members do?
Members are encouraged to:
- Review your current reception of EUMETSAT satellite data via the GTS.
- Verify the availability of the required data through WIS 2.0 and test their ability to discover, access and retrieve these data successfully.
- Make any necessary adjustments to your systems and operational arrangements ahead of 14 January 2027.
For technical questions or assistance with accessing the EUMETSAT satellite data via WIS 2.0, Members may contact EUMETSAT User Service Helpdesk or wis
wmo [dot] int (wis[at]wmo[dot]int).