How StormGeo Helps Skanska Reduce Weather-Related Risks and Boost Efficiency

Skanska, one of the world's leading project development and construction companies, has partnered with StormGeo for several years to enhance safety, improve planning, and reduce costly weather-related disruptions. By leveraging StormGeo’s Weather Intelligence Platform, Skanska has successfully minimized the risks associated with extreme weather, particularly strong wind gusts, across multiple construction projects in Norway.

The Challenge: Managing Weather Risks in Construction

Construction sites are often vulnerable to unpredictable weather, resulting in delays, safety hazards, and increased costs. Skanska faced significant challenges due to wind-related incidents, such as scaffolding being blown off rooftops. Traditional weather forecasting tools often provided general predictions but lacked the localized, real-time data needed to take proactive action.

A critical incident occurred during the construction of Ladebyhagen, a large housing project in Trondheim. Sudden extreme wind gusts led to materials being ripped from walls, and a rolling scaffold was even lifted off a rooftop terrace, nearly landing on the road below. Investigations revealed that, while general weather reports predicted mild winds, localized gusts had reached dangerously high speeds at the site.

“We used to rely on standard weather forecasts from public services, but they didn’t provide the detailed wind gust information we needed,” said Glenn Jacobsen, Project Manager at Skanska. “There were times when we had no warning of sudden wind gusts, and that led to dangerous situations on-site. After this incident, we knew we had to find a better solution.”

The Solution: Implementing StormGeo’s Weather Intelligence Platform

The integration of StormGeo’s Weather Intelligence Platform provided Skanska with much-needed localized weather insights. One of the most significant advantages was the ability to access hourly wind gust predictions, as opposed to merely average wind speeds.

“The previous weather site only predicted 10 m/s winds, but StormGeo showed that gusts could reach 25 m/s. That insight was invaluable,” Jacobsen explained.
“Additionally, we could integrate a color-coded system where wind speeds over 15 m/s turned red on the display, making it clear to everyone when extra precautions were needed.”

By integrating StormGeo’s platform, Skanska gained access to hyper-local, real-time weather insights, including detailed wind gust forecasts and customized alerts, enabling project managers and site teams to make proactive, data-driven decisions.

Results: Improved Safety, Efficiency, and Cost Savings

Since implementing StormGeo’s solution, Skanska has experienced a measurable reduction in weather-related incidents and project delays. Key benefits include:

• Enhanced Safety: By monitoring wind gusts in real-time, Skanska has significantly reduced the number of incidents involving falling objects and wind-related hazards.
• Better Planning & Resource Allocation: Project managers can now adjust schedules proactively, avoiding high-risk activities during extreme weather conditions.
• Reduced Downtime & Cost Savings: By rescheduling critical tasks—such as concrete pouring or crane operations—based on accurate weather data, Skanska has minimized costly delays and rework.

“With StormGeo, we no longer rely on gut feeling or generic forecasts,” Jacobsen added. “Now, we have reliable data that helps us make smarter, safer, and more cost-effective decisions.”

StormGeo’s Advanced Weather Forecasting Solutions

StormGeo equipped Skanska with a comprehensive suite of forecasting tools, designed to address specific project challenges:

• Daily Site Forecast: A tailored weather forecast providing site-specific wind and weather data, updated either twice or four times daily.
• Severe Weather Alerts: Real-time alerts notifying teams when extreme weather conditions, such as strong winds or heavy rainfall, were expected.
• Dynamic Dashboards: Interactive maps and real-time updates for better operational decision-making.

“Our weather intelligence platform gives Skanska a significant edge by delivering precise, site-specific forecasts that help them mitigate risk and improve overall efficiency. The accuracy and timely updates we provide are key to supporting their decision-making processes,” said Else Remen, Sales Solution Manager at StormGeo.

A Strong Partnership: StormGeo & Skanska Working Together

The collaboration between StormGeo and Skanska has grown over the years, with continuous improvements. As Skanska expands its use of weather intelligence across more projects, the results speak for themselves.

“Skanska has been a fantastic partner in demonstrating how data-driven decision-making can transform construction safety and efficiency,” Else Remen added. “Their proactive approach to weather risk management sets a benchmark for the industry.”

Conclusion

As extreme weather events continue to increase, construction companies must adopt innovative solutions to mitigate risks and ensure operational continuity.  By leveraging precise weather data, Skanska has set a new standard for safety and operational effectiveness in the construction industry.