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🎶 Behind 25 Years of Staying Power: The Iceland Airwaves Conference Every November, the Iceland Airwaves Festival transforms downtown Reykjavík into a vibrant musical hub. But behind the music, the Iceland Airwaves Conference drives the industry's next wave. The festival is celebrating its 25th year in 2024. Supported by Iceland Music , Reykjavík Music City (Visit Reykjavik / Markaðsstofa höfuðborgarsvæðisins), and Business Iceland, the conference is a forum where industry leaders gather to discuss, create, and discover emerging artists. From panels on artistic integrity vs. commercialism to debates on the future of live music, 2024's program explores the industry's most pressing challenges and opportunities. Festival Manager Isleifur Thorhallsson reflects, "We are incredibly proud to be celebrating not only 25 years of Iceland Airwaves but 25 years of playing a key part in the careers of some of the world's most talented artists." Ísleifur points to artists like Florence and The Machine, Sufjan Stevens, Sigrid, James Blake, Fontaines D.C., and Icelandic stars such as Of Monsters and Men, Sigur Rós, and Kaleo, many of whom found their start at Airwaves before becoming global sensations. For music professionals, the conference offers unparalleled access to networking, knowledge sharing, and inspiration. By joining, they aren't just part of a festival—they're contributing to the future of music. Discover this year's conference and schedule of events: https://lnkd.in/gfTg2X2H #IcelandAirwaves #IcelandMusic #GlobalMusicIndustry #InnovationInMusic

🇮🇸Iceland Heads to Japan for the 2025 World Expo 🇯🇵 In 2025, Iceland will participate at the Nordic Pavilion at Osaka’s World Expo, spotlighting our innovative edge and green solutions. With dedicated days in May and September, Business Iceland, in collaboration with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Iceland and the Embassy of Iceland in Tokyo, will showcase Icelandic industries and open doors to new connections in Japan’s expansive market. On May 29, Iceland Day will feature the President of Iceland, Halla Tomasdottir, a cultural lineup, and a taste of Icelandic cuisine. Meanwhile, the Taste of Iceland festival will bring a sampler of food, culture, art, design, and music to Tokyo. Join us as we share Iceland’s bold spirit and sustainable solutions with Japan. For Icelandic businesses interested in joining us or learning more about opportunities in the Nordic Pavilion: https://lnkd.in/ehh28xR7

Over 30 Icelandic tourism companies will attend the World Travel Market (WTM) London with Visit Iceland from November 5-7. Visit Booth N7-300 to say ‘Halló’ and discover everything Iceland offers—from airlines and hotels to activities, wellness options, adventure tours, regional marketing representatives, and more! You can view the complete list of participants here: https://lnkd.in/eUiz-yby #VisitIceland #WTM #IcelandTourism

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Over 30 Icelandic tourism companies are heading to the World Travel Market (WTM) London from November 5-7. Stop by Booth N7-300 to say ‘Halló’ and explore all that Iceland has to offer—from airlines and hotels to activities, wellness, adventure tours, regional marketing representatives, and much more. View the complete list of participants here: https://lnkd.in/e5m3tG_i #VisitIceland #WTM #IcelandTourism

Congratulations to Carbfix for winning the Iceland Innovation Award 2024!   This well-deserved award marks Carbfix's groundbreaking technology and process to permanently bind—or mineralize—CO₂ and hydrogen sulfide deep underground in basalt rock layers. It's an innovative and safe approach to ameliorating climate change with the potential to be used worldwide. With over a decade of experience, Carbfix continues to make advances in carbon capture and storage that can implemented here in Iceland and abroad.   Big shoutout to Kári Helgason and Ragna Björk Bragadóttir, who accepted the award on behalf of Carbfix at the Innovation Forum at Gróska on Tuesday, October 22. Their team's commitment to advancing climate solutions through efficient, cost-effective methods is a step in the right direction and inspires both locally and globally. Find out more ↩️ https://lnkd.in/drU72jAh   #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateSolutions #Carbfix #IcelandInnovation #BusinessIceland

Iceland's Presidential Visit Highlights Longstanding Ties Between Denmark and Iceland We're excited to share that President Halla Tomasdottir led a dynamic business delegation of around 50 Icelandic companies and organizations on her first official visit to Denmark from October 7–9. Highlights include: > Inspiring speeches by King Frederik X and President Tómasdóttir at the Danish-Icelandic Business Forum. > Business Iceland organized the delegation with Grænvangur in collaboration with the Dansk-íslenska viðskiptaráðið / Dansk-islandsk handelskammer (Danish-Icelandic Chamber of Commerce) and the Samtök iðnaðarins (Federation of Icelandic Industries). > A focus on innovative green solutions and signing a declaration to enhance cooperation between Grænvangur and the State of Green Denmark. > Approximately 150 people attended the business forum in collaboration with the Danish Industry. This visit marks a significant step towards a sustainable future and strengthens the longstanding ties between our nations. 👉 Read the full story and see photos from the visit on our website: https://lnkd.in/e9EVHx-i #GreenCollaboration #IcelandDenmark #SustainableFuture #Grænvangur #StateOfGreen

Grazie mille, Italia - Che evento! 🇮🇹 The TTG Travel Experience - ITALIAN EXHIBITION GROUP 2024 showcased 2,700 exhibiting brands, welcomed 1,000 international buyers from 75 countries and 66 foreign destinations, and facilitated 18,000 business meetings through its matching platform. Over 45.000 visitors attended this year. 🤩 When the incredible Nordic power team from MeetInNorway - Visit Norway 🇧🇻 Visit Finland 🇫🇮 Visit Denmark 🇩🇰 and Business Iceland / Visit Iceland 🇮🇸 comes together, magic happens ! This year, a total of 26 companies participated at our beautiful stand. We sincerely thank everyone who visited. Your interest in the Nordics is greatly appreciated 💚 Thanks to Marco Bertolini, Annalisa Ferraresi , Heli Saari and David Campano for the wonderful cooperation in the past few months ❤️ Looking forward to our next mission. Special thanks to my partners from Iceland Travel, Snaeland Travel , Icelandair, Island Tours Srl, Terra Nova and Blue Car Rental. What a fantastic team 🇮🇸

A fascinating read from Health Tech World. Iceland is rapidly emerging as a tech hub for health innovation, offering startups an ideal environment to develop cutting-edge solutions. Key factors  include a well-connected digital population, an integrated health system, supportive government initiatives, and opportunities to engage with key stakeholders. Companies like Kerecis and Sidekick Health exemplify Iceland’s potential, attracting international venture capital and showcasing the country’s strengths in healthcare R&D. Iceland’s unique ecosystem enables fast innovation cycles, making it a prime location for startups aiming to scale globally. #HealthTech #HealthInnovation #Startup #Iceland

Behind the scenes of Heart of Stone in Iceland! Did you know some of the film's epic moments were shot in the heart of Reykjavík? One of the most thrilling scenes occurs at the famous Harpa Concert Hall—a stunning, glass-covered architectural landmark and home to some of Iceland's most significant cultural endeavors. With Gal Gadot trying to save the day, an explosion sets off at Harpa, standing in as a university, highlighting incredible practical effects but no worries, no actual glass was harmed! Stunt performers, flying vans, hundreds of extras, and VFX brought the moment to life, and Harpa still stands proud by the city's harbor. You will also notice the iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church, where a motorcycle chase culminates (starting by Kleifarvatn Lake on the Reykjanes Peninsula). Iceland is often known for its stunning landscapes, so it's thrilling to see action sequences with car chases and explosions vividly brought to life on the screen in the capital. The filming opportunities in Iceland are immense! Clips courtesy of Netflix Music by Ólafur Arnalds #FilminIceland #Iceland #HeartofStone