Tore H. Jakobsen and James F. Witt, owners of Fleetweather, Inc., have announced that John Papp has joined the staff as staff meteorologist. Mr. Papp's responsibilities will include preparation and dissemination of in-port and offshore forecasts for the firm's customers.

Fleetweather, Inc. specializes in providing detailed weather consultation for safe and cost-effective terminal and offshore operations on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts. The firm's customers include more than 100 steamship companies, stevedores, and agents. All operations originate at the firm's headquarters in Hopewell Junction, N.Y.