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EU RECEIVED 300 SHIPMENTS OF LNG FROM RUSSIA SINCE BEGINNING OF UKRAINE WAR

EU countries, led by Belgium, France, and Spain, have imported Russian LNG
representing approximately $20 billion in revenue, since the full-scale invasion
of Ukraine. Data show the pace of deliveries from the Yamal LNG project in 2023
is on track to match and possibly surpass last year’s totals.
Politics



US BOMBERS IN LULEÅ: LANDED IN SWEDEN FOR THE FIRST TIME

On Monday, two American B-1B Lancer bombers landed in Norrbotten Wing in Luleå
to train with the Swedish Army and the Air Force. This is the first time US
bombers lands in Sweden, according to the Swedish Armed Forces.
Op-ed



TIME TO WORK TOGETHER TO PROTECT ARCTIC BIODIVERSITY

Op-Ed: Species around the globe are under threat - from mammals and birds to
fish and reptiles. In fact, global wildlife populations have decreased an
average of 69 per cent in the past 50 years. And the climate crisis is only
making the problem worse, says Vicki Lee Wallgren of WWF Arctic and Professor
Erik J. Molenaar at Utrecht University.


NOTICES

Science / 20.06.2023


FUNDING FOR NEW KNOWLEDGE ABOUT WHALES

Nord University in Northern Norway and cooperation partners receive NOK 10…
Science / 20.06.2023


WHALE PROJECT IN LOFOTEN RESUMES AFTER DEATH OF A WHALE

The research project which is to map the hearing of baleen whales has…
Politics / 20.06.2023


NORDIC-CANADIAN SUMMIT ON ICELAND

A Nordic-Canadian meeting of prime ministers it o take place from the 25th…
Research / 16.06.2023


NEW DIRECTOR OF THE NORWEGIAN POLAR INSTITUTE

On Friday, the King of Norway in Cabinet appointed Camilla Brekke as the…
Business



WORLD’S LARGEST LNG STORAGE BARGE APPROACHES BODØ EN ROUTE TO RUSSIAN ARCTIC

Novatek’s long-awaited hub for liquefied natural gas is about to arrive in the
Barents Sea. It is currently around 350 km to the southwest of Bodø. Meanwhile,
new modules for Novatek’s Arctic LNG 2 plant are being shipped from China via
the Northern Sea Route.
Business



NEW FISH FACTORY ON GREENLAND: WILL IMPROVE THE REGION'S FISHERY INDUSTRY

The fishery company Royal Greenland will be building a new factory in Tasiilaq
as soon as possible. This will be an important step toward the development of
the fisheries and employment opportunities on Greenland's east coast.
Arne O. Holm says



THE SEARCH FOR TAX LOOPHOLES IS STILL MORE DECENT THAN SAVING THE PLANET

Commentary: While the bank accounts of the richest in the world are continuing
to inflate, the ice in the Arctic is shrinking. The search for tax relief is
still more decent than saving the climate.


RUSSIA IN THE HIGH NORTH:

Business



NORTHERN SEA ROUTE SEES LOTS OF RUSSIAN TRAFFIC, BUT NO INTERNATIONAL TRANSITS
IN 2022

A new report on the Northern Sea Route shows stable traffic originating from
the…

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05.06.2023

ARCTIC PORT OF TIKSI OPENS TO FOREIGN VESSELS TO SPUR INVESTMENTS ALONG NSR

05.06.2023

EU BEGINS CONSULTATIONS TO CURB INFLOW OF RUSSIAN LNG

02.06.2023

THE FAROE ISLANDS EXTENDS PORT BAN FOR RUSSIAN VESSELS

31.05.2023

RUSSIA TERMINATES AGREEMENT WITH FINLAND ON MILITARY EVALUATION VISITS

Politics



ICELAND SUSPENDS EMBASSY OPERATIONS IN MOSCOW

Iceland will suspend work at its embassy in Moscow as of August 1 and asked
Russia to…

Business



TWO ASIAN SHIPYARDS CONTINUE TO BUILD LNG TANKERS FOR NEW RUSSIAN ARCTIC GAS
PROJECT

Novatek and its partners continue to push ahead with Arctic gas projects even in
the…

Politics



RUSSIAN STRATEGIC BOMBERS WITH NEW FLIGHT OVER THE WESTERN BARENTS SEA

On Monday, two Russian Tu-95 strategic bombers flew in international airspace
over…

Arctic Living



JOINT FILM COMPANY IN NORTHERN NORWAY

The three film companies in Northern Norway are to be merged following recent
decisions by their owners, the two northern county councils. This is meant to
strengthen regional film ventures and the North’s position within the national
film policy.
Newsletter



FISHERY, DEFENSE, AND TAX RELIEF

A forgotten Arctic delicacy is on its way to the Asian market while the
sanctions are tightening their grip on Russian shipping and diplomacy. Arne O.
Holm directs his sharp pen against the tax loopholes of the rich. It has been
yet another eventful week in the north.
Business



A FORGOTTEN ARCTIC DELICACY ON ITS WAY TO THE ASIAN MARKET

The Greenland Halibut fishery has been concluded for now. Despite the
reddish-brown flounder fish going under the radar for many, the intensive
fishery is of great value for fishers and fish receptions in the north.
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 1. JOINT FILM COMPANY IN NORTHERN NORWAY
    
    Jun 16 2023 - 12:57


 2. THE SEARCH FOR TAX LOOPHOLES IS STILL MORE DECENT THAN SAVING THE PLANET
    
    Jun 16 2023 - 11:04


 3. FISHERY, DEFENSE, AND TAX RELIEF
    
    Jun 18 2023 - 18:26


 4. WORLD’S LARGEST LNG STORAGE BARGE APPROACHES BODØ EN ROUTE TO RUSSIAN ARCTIC
    
    Jun 19 2023 - 09:17


 1. TIME TO WORK TOGETHER TO PROTECT ARCTIC BIODIVERSITY
    
    Jun 22 2023 - 09:27


 2. EU RECEIVED 300 SHIPMENTS OF LNG FROM RUSSIA SINCE BEGINNING OF UKRAINE WAR
    
    Jun 22 2023 - 12:32


 3. US BOMBERS IN LULEÅ: LANDED IN SWEDEN FOR THE FIRST TIME
    
    Jun 21 2023 - 07:49


 4. NEW FISH FACTORY ON GREENLAND: WILL IMPROVE THE REGION'S FISHERY INDUSTRY
    
    Jun 20 2023 - 14:44

Politics



TENTH VISIT BY AMERICAN SUBMARINES IN GRØTSUND, TROMSØ

On Monday, an American submarine docked in the Port of Grøtsund, Tromsø. The US
destroyer Thomas Hudner has also recently docked at a port in this city. Perhaps
the submarine is, as the destroyer, part of the US Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike
Group.
Business



NORTHERN SEA ROUTE SEES LOTS OF RUSSIAN TRAFFIC, BUT NO INTERNATIONAL TRANSITS
IN 2022

A new report on the Northern Sea Route shows stable traffic originating from the
Russian Arctic, but also notes that international transit traffic on the route
has declined sharply. Almost 90 percent of vessels on the route fly the Russian
flag.
Business



NORWAY AIMS TO OPEN ARCTIC WATERS TO DEEP-SEA MINING

Norway may soon open waters in the Arctic and sub-Arctic to sea floor mining.
The growing demand for important minerals, including copper and nickel, may
require this new type of mining, the Norwegian government says.
Politics



US CARRIER STRIKE GROUP TRAINED WITH BRITISH AND NORWEGIAN FORCES IN THE HIGH
NORTH

Recently, the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford with
escort vessels, has co-trained with British and Norwegian forces – primarily in
the Vestfjord, Northern Norway. 
Politics



ICELAND SUSPENDS EMBASSY OPERATIONS IN MOSCOW

Iceland will suspend work at its embassy in Moscow as of August 1 and asked
Russia to limit its operations in Reykjavik. "All of Reykjavik's anti-Russian
actions will inevitably prompt a response," the Russian foreign ministry
responded.
Politics



RED FLAG ALASKA MILITARY EXERCISE KICKS OFF

Approximately 2,000 service members are expected to fly, maintain and support
more than 70 aircraft from 32 units during the Pacific Air Forces-led exercise
Red Flag-Alaska. 
Politics



NORWAY'S CHIEF OF DEFENSE WANTS TO INCREASE FIREPOWER IN THE NORTH

The threat from the East is growing and Norway´s Chief of Defense Eirik
Kristoffersen wants to strengthen the defense in the north and points to
Svalbard as a particular strategic military area of interest to Russia. "The
strengthening of the defense must happen quickly," says the Chief of Defense.
Politics



SWEDEN TAKES FURTHER STEPS TOWARD NATO INTEGRATION

The Swedish government has decided that the Swedish Armed Forces can prepare to
make future joint operations with other NATO members possible. The preparations
may consist of the temporary deployment of foreign military equipment and
personnel on Swedish territory. 
Newsletter



MASSIVE INVESTMENT IN THE NORTH

The Armed Forces and civil society is to be strengthened in Northern Norway.
This week, the Norwegian Chief of Defense presented his military advice as the
government announced extraordinary economic measures in the region. At the same
time, the world's largest warship visited the north. In Russia, intensive work
is done to secure the economy despite the sanctions from the West.
Business



THE ECONOMIC SITUATION FOR SMALL BUSINESSES IN NORRBOTTEN STANDS OUT IN SWEDEN

Norrbotten had the largest share of small businesses with increased turnover in
the past year out of all the counties in Sweden. Norrbotten's small businesses
also have the country's most positive economic prospects.
Business



TWO ASIAN SHIPYARDS CONTINUE TO BUILD LNG TANKERS FOR NEW RUSSIAN ARCTIC GAS
PROJECT

Novatek and its partners continue to push ahead with Arctic gas projects even in
the face of economic sanctions. Images analyzed by HNN indicate at least 8 new
gas carriers at various stages of completion. The first ones could be delivered
later this year.

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