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A helpful guide to tides: key questions answered in under 2 minutes
Understanding tides is essential for a wide range of activities—from coastal planning and marine operations to climate research and renewable energy development.
Posted 12th June 2025|1 minute read
In this series of short videos, our head of Marine Information Products and Services Layton Quinton answers some of the most commonly asked questions about tides, including how they are predicted, the impact of weather, and what terms like “spring tide” and “neap tide” actually mean. Whether you are new to tidal science or looking to deepen your knowledge, these quick insights offer simple explanations designed to inform and inspire.
What are tides?
How are tides predicted?
How does weather impact tidal predictions?
What are Spring and Neap tides?
What does tide height mean?
What are the advantages of tidal energy?
About the author
Layton Quinton
Head of Marine Information Products & Services
Layton has over 20 years of experience in the development and launch of new products and a particular passion for technology that brings cutting-edge science to solve real world problems. He leads a team that develops and brings to market software applications and data developed through NOC’s scientific research and technology development work.
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Layton Quinton
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