Typical activities and responsibilities of the aviation weather service provider include data exchange via traditional communication channels (such as GTS or WIS 2.0) or via AFTN or AMHS network. Designated providers serve as OPMET databanks. Aviation weather service providers are also connected to the AMQP publish-subscribe ICAO-approved protocol, they need to disseminate data in IWXXM format, and provide flight briefing services.
As a part of the ICAO "Digital European Sky" initiative, aviation service providers are required to participate in SWIM