Pioneer brings biotech to Iceland
Robert Wessman, Chairman and CEO, Alvogen, talks about the growth of biosimilars in the pharmaceuticals sector and its current plans to introduce its new companies and products to the international market.
22 August, 2022
Iceland’s strong value proposition for data centers brings double-digit growth for the sector
Björn Brynjúlfsson, CEO, Etix Everywhere Borealis, underlines the environmental, cost and reliability advantages of Icelandic data centers
23 October, 2020
What is the importance of Iceland’s current chairmanship in the Arctic Council?
Rachael Lorna Johnstone, Embla Eir Oddsdóttir & Eydís Kr. Sveinbjarnardóttir, representing three different yet interconnected disciplines in direct relation with the Arctic Council
14 October, 2020
Emerging strong from the pandemic step-by-step
Lilja Björk Einarsdóttir, CEO, Landsbankinn, claims that regardless of the situation, as a bank, their purpose is to support the economy
01 October, 2020
Iceland’s top university paving the way forward
Ari Kristinn Jónsson, President, Reykjavik University, supports that Iceland’s traditional characteristics set considerable niche spaces for its higher education system
30 September, 2020
Creating products without any compromise in terms of quality
Helgi Runar Oskarsson, CEO, 66°North, dives into the history of one of Iceland’s most successful clothing companies
29 September, 2020
An admirable representative of Iceland’s robust renewable energy sector
Tómas Már Sigurðsson, CEO, HS Orka, guides us through the plans to move the company’s presence in the market onto the next level Iceland has earned itself the reputation as one of the most sustainable countries in t
28 September, 2020
Taking Iceland’s strongest sector onto the next level
Pétur Hafsteinn Pálsson, General Manager, VISIR, underlines the importance of sustainability and flexibility for any successful company in the fishing sector
28 September, 2020
Raising awareness about an exciting and sustainable Iceland
Pétur Þ. Óskarsson, CEO, Promote Iceland, suggests that Iceland’s remote location is more of an advantage rather than a disadvantage
21 September, 2020
Providing significant work, research and education despite the distance
Eyjolfur Gudmundssonn, Rector, University of Akureyri, explains how the university’s distance-learning programs have allowed it to weather the storm of COVID-19 and keep an optimistic view for the future of education
16 September, 2020
Dramatic increase in demand for data center and high-performance computing services
Eyjólfur Magnús Kristinsson, CEO, Advania Data Centers, reveals why environment-friendly, sustainable and efficient Icelandic data centers provide more compute for your budget
10 August, 2020
Iceland solves the challenges of data centers
Dominic Ward, CEO, Verne Global, looks at how its excellent climate, 100-percent renewable energy mix and low power costs make Iceland ideal for high-intensity computing needs
05 August, 2020
Helping banks create digital business models that bring rewards for their customers
Georg Ludviksson, Founder and CEO, Meniga, outlines how his fintech firm partners with banks to unlock value from the transactions of over 90 million people in 30 countries
24 July, 2020
The pioneering science behind BIOEFFECT, Iceland’s award-winning plant-based anti-aging skincare range
Liv Bergþórsdóttir, CEO, ORF Genetics, reveals how the biotech company uses barley as a factory to engineer pure and effective products for skincare, medical research, stem-cell technology and clean meat
17 July, 2020
The connection point for excellence in education, research and innovation
Jón Atli Benediktsson, Rector and President, University of Iceland, details why the country’s biggest university is an exceptional choice for international students and research collaborators
17 July, 2020
Responsible fishing creates new growth opportunities
Kristjan Davidsson, Chairman, Brim, illustrates how the leading seafood company’s robust financial backbone, sustainability track record and operational strength are benefiting its customers and society
16 July, 2020
There has never been a better time to experience a spectacular natural environment
Styrmir Bragason, CEO, Arctic Adventures, presents a one-stop shop for adventure tourism in the land of fire and ice
15 July, 2020
The Icelandic Enterprise investment fund supporting vital industries through crisis to recovery
Thorkell Sigurlaugsson, Chairman of the Board, Enterprise Investment Fund, reveals the investment opportunities Iceland’s pension funds see emerging in the country’s post-COVID-19 economy
15 July, 2020
Green energy: A cornerstone of the Icelandic economy
Hörður Arnarson, CEO, Landsvirkjun, explains how the power company’s ongoing innovation allows it to maximize the sustainable harvest of natural resources and add value to the economy
15 July, 2020
On a mission to improve people’s mobility
Jon Sigurdsson, President and CEO, Össur, explains how his company’s bionic prosthetics and other technologically advanced orthopedic products can transform lives
15 July, 2020
Businesses voice optimism about the future of Iceland’s economy
Ásta Sigríður Fjeldsted, Managing Director, Iceland Chamber of Commerce, focuses on digitization, technological change, regeneration, environmental sustainability, global connections and international trade
07 July, 2020
The Reykjavik Green Deal
Dagur B. Eggertsson, Mayor of Reykjavik, illustrates how making a city good for its citizens also makes it a great destination for businesses and tourists
06 July, 2020
Robust financial buffers help Iceland support its economy through COVID-19
Bjarni Benediktsson, Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, explains the prudent fiscal policies that have put Iceland in a strong position for economic rebound
29 June, 2020
A strong education system equipped Iceland to manage coronavirus
Lilja D. Alfreðsdóttir, Minister of Education, Science and Culture, clarifies why schools stayed open during the pandemic and why Iceland continues to focus on education, innovation, research and sustainability
26 June, 2020
A small nation with a big international role to play
Gudlaugur Thór Thórdarson, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Development Cooperation, says COVID-19 highlights opportunities in close international cooperation
24 June, 2020