Representatives of Turkmenistan’s Hydrometeorological Service and the Ministry of Environmental Protection visited Darmstadt, Germany, on October 14–15 for a study visit. The trip was organized by the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat to facilitate knowledge exchange and enhance meteorologists’ professional skills. Thıs was reported by Turkmenportal.

During the visit, the delegation toured the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) and the German Meteorological Service (DWD). At EUMETSAT headquarters, participants learned about the network of Satellite Application Facilities (SAFs) and the organization’s products for atmospheric monitoring.

At DWD, Turkmen specialists explored practical methods for using Meteosat Third Generation (MTG) satellite imagery for operational weather forecasting, as well as techniques for configuring imagery and related products. Discussions also covered data delivery, user engagement and technical support.

Olivera Zurovac-Kuzman, Head of the Economic and Environmental Department at the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, said the visit aimed to strengthen Turkmen meteorologists’ expertise in data processing and the use of modern technologies for early warning systems. The programme also sought to promote the exchange of international experience.

The visit was part of the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat’s efforts to address environmental and climate challenges, improve early warning systems and promote sustainable environmental management.