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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.

Submit your abstract now! The deadline is 23:59 CET, October 3rd, 2025.

EMERGING LEADERS

2026 Program: Arctic Adaptation

Applications are now open for our 2026 Emerging Leaders program! Join a 7-day journey through Northern Norway to learn about the Arctic and network with other young Arctic professionals.

📅 January 29th – February 5th, 2026

Application Deadline: October 4th, 2025

📍 Bodø, Lofoten, Tromsø

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.
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