CODAR’S HF RADAR SYSTEM HELPS SPANISH AUTHORITIES MONITOR THEIR COASTLINES - OSIL n 2002, Spain witnessed the Prestige oil tanker sink off its north-west coast and it acted as a wake up call highlighting the importance of preparing for such a crisis. It led to Spain’s government prioritising the improvement of maritime protection and coastal management proceedings. Puertos del Estado is part of the Spanish Ministry of Public Works and as well as supporting the development of technologies, they operate various oceanographic monitoring networks for measurement and prediction of physical variables such as waves, sea levels and point currents. One of their primary functions involves finding new technology which could help increase the safety of navigation and the efficient management of Spain

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