The Centre for the Ocean and the Arctic is actively participating in Arctic Frontiers 2026 through side events and academic contributions that demonstrate its work at the intersection of research, policy, and practice.

Norway’s ratification of the BBNJ raises important questions about how new global ocean rules will interact with existing Arctic governance, climate change, and rising geopolitical tensions.

Climate change is challenging societal preparedness. Jan-Gunnar Winther highlighted the need for climate adaptation and the role of the ocean during the Norwegian Defence University College’s total defence preparedness course.