Arctic Frontiers 2026 : 2nd- 5th February
Tromsø, Norway/Digital
Explore our Big Picture themes for 2026!
Science themes 2026
At Arctic Frontiers 2026: Turn of the Tide, there will be seven science themes. These represent the latest developments in Arctic research and span the physical and social sciences, as well as technological developments and innovative methods.
The abstract submission period is now closed. Email jenny@arcticfrontiers.com for information.
STUDENT FORUM
2026 Arctic Frontiers Student Forum
Applications are now open for our 2026 Student Forum program! Join a 6-day program for Master’s and Bachelor’s students from across the Arctic. Share your experiences, learn about key Arctic issues, and collaborate and network with youth from across the region.
📅 February 1st – February 7th, 2026
⏰Application Deadline: October 8th, 2025
📍 Tromsø, Norway
OPEN
Hvordan reduserer vi økt støyforurensning i havet?
Hva skjer når undervannsstøy øker i et stille arktisk hav? I dette arrangementet skal vi utforske hvor denne støyen kommer fra, hvordan den kan påvirke havets økosystemer, og hva vi kan gjøre med den.
Vær oppmerksom og vinn quizen!
📅 8. october
📍 Amtmandens Eftf., Tromsø
ABROAD
Vancouver: Safe and Green Maritime Activities
Norway and Canada have a long history of collaboration in shipping and maritime activities. Increasing marine traffic and changing sea ice conditions rely on cooperation between scientists, communities, business leaders and policy makers.
📅 19 – 20 October 2025
📍 Vancouver, Canada
ABROAD
Seattle: Coast to Coast Collaboration - Safe and Sustainable Coasts
An increased interest in the Arctic region has both challenges and opportunities. Blue economy developments bring local benefits to Arctic coastal communities. Collaboration between research, business and local communities is needed.
📅 23 – 24 October 2025
📍 Seattle, USA
HIGHLIGHTS
THE LATEST NEWS FROM ARCTIC FRONTIERS
Bridging Regional Potential with National Needs
On March 20, Arctic Frontiers brought together key voices from across Northern Norway for a full-day conference in Narvik, exploring the intersection between regional development and the evolving needs of the defense sector.
Charting the Course for a Just Green Transition
How can the green transition in the Arctic and northern Europe be just, accelerated, and inclusive? The answer lies in people, policy, and progress—key themes examined during two impactful days of dialogue and collaboration in Brussels.
