Our expertise
Discover our expertise in lightning detection, and take full advantage of reliable, accurate information for your specific requirements.
Working to enhance your risk prevention
As lightning detection expert since 1987, METEORAGE is the European leader in thunderstorm risk management solutions.
As the operator of the METEORAGE network – the European Lightning Detection Network (ELDN), we provide over 4,000 clients and partners with high-precision real-time lightning data. We have earned a solid international reputation for the quality and utility of our lightning data services.
Our tailored solutions and global lightning location coverage meet the specific needs of each sector (energy, industries, meteorology, insurance, etc.).
We pride ourselves on building lasting partnerships with each of our clients, as demonstrated by our 98% satisfaction rate.
Our services are managed, developed and supervised entirely in-house by our technical team.
Unrivaled worldwide coverage
Our users benefit from high-quality lightning data thanks to state-of-the-art detection networks:
- our METEORAGE network – the European Lightning Detection Network (ELDN),
- the GLD360 Network for all areas of the world, except North America.
Wherever they are in the world, our clients can therefore forecast risks, optimize their operations, and reduce costs thanks to precise lightning strike location.
METEORAGE Network (ELDN) Europe
Location accuracy
100 m
Detection efficiency
> 98%
High-resolution
data
Dense and homogeneous
grid
GLD360 Network
World
Location accuracy
1.5 km
Detection efficiency
> 80%
Long-distance
data
Our expertise extends from lightning flash detection
to providing access to our services.
Our resources at your service
30 employeesincluding lightning experts recognised by the international community.
In-house customer supportin English and French, with a service level guaranteed by a Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Ongoing supportwith training courses, tutorials, dedicated contact persons.
Permanent on-call dutyfor technical supervision.
82% of our customers’ requeststo upgrade our services were fulfilled last year.
The quality of our servicesrecognised by an ISO 9001 certification.
Our contributions
- to technical and scientific research
- to standardisation work on international standards IEC 62793 and IEC 62858
Over 30 years of technological development
The METEORAGE network (ELDN) and the sensors that make it up have continued to develop, with 100-meter location accuracy (compared with 5 km in 1987!), which has a lasting impact on the quality of our services.
Our mission:
save lives and protect property
Since 1987
ISO 9001 certification
Qualifoudre certification
International presence
Before 1987
The “keraunic level”: volunteer human observers recorded the days when thunder was heard rumbling.
1987
5 km locating accuracy.
1997
1 km locating accuracy.
2009
500-metre locating accuracy.
2015
100-metre locating accuracy.
