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Arctic Institute for AI at Arendalsuka 2026

The Arctic Institute for AI gathered representatives from industry and Norwegian politics to discuss how AI can be used to handle pressure and changes in the Arctic region

Arctic Institute for AI at Arendalsuka 2026

The Arctic Institute for AI gathered representatives from industry and Norwegian politics to discuss how AI can be used to handle pressure and changes in the Arctic region

By Petter Bjørklund, Communications Officer at Arctic Institute for AI in Science and Innovation

What is AI's role in the Arctic and the High North?

This was the overarching question at our Arendalsuka event, where the Arctic Institute for AI gathered representatives from industry and Norwegian politics to discuss how AI can be used to handle pressure and changes in the Arctic region.

Thanks to our experts for sharing their insights on the topic:

  • Cecilie T. Myrseth, Minister of Industries, Trade and Fisheries, Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries
  • Vegard Grøslie Wennesland, Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries
  • Robert Jenssen, Professor / Director, UiT- The Arctic University of Norway / Arctic Institute for AI in Science and Innovation
  • Nina Wilhelmsen, EMEA Director, Digital Sovereignty, IBM
  • Bjørn Tore Markussen , Chief Technology, Cyber and ICT Officer, Norwegian Armed Forces
  • Stian Jenssen, Managing Director Scandinavia, Nscale
  • Jan Aarvold, Vice President Safety and Security, Equinor

The Arctic Institute for AI is committed to supporting AI research and development tailored to Arctic challenges

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