Business Iceland

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

Our team at Visit Iceland had a fantastic time attending Vestnorden this week in beautiful Tórshavn, the capital of the Faroe Islands 🇫🇴, alongside 70 Icelandic tourism companies.   Vestnorden is the premier B2B event showcasing the best of tourism from Iceland, Visit Greenland, and Visit Faroe Islands, and is recognized as the most significant trade show in the North Atlantic.    We’re excited to announce that Vestnorden 2025 will be hosted in Akureyri, Iceland, from September 30th to October 1st. Hope to see you there! 🌍 #visiticeland #visitfaroeislands #visitgreenland #NATA #vestnorden

🇺🇸 Icelandic Culture Takes Center Stage in NYC at Taste of Iceland 🇮🇸 We just wrapped up an unforgettable Taste of Iceland festival in New York City, celebrating the very best of Icelandic culture. New Yorkers got a sample platter of Iceland's creative spirit, from Icelandic cuisine and music to design and comedy. Featured talents included award-winning authors Ragnar Jónasson and Yrsa Sigurðardóttir, comedian Ari Eldjárn, musicians Klemens Hannigan and Superserious, and national team chefs Snædís Xyza Mae Ocampo and Ólöf Ólafsdóttir. Missed it? Don't worry—Seattle is up next from October 3-5. Here are some of the highlights: https://lnkd.in/ep-ReaER

It was an honor to plan the annual Nordic workshop on September 18th and 19th in Hamburg 🇩🇪 with the most incredible team: Anh Thi Van Issleib (Nguyen) ( Visit Denmark) 🇩🇰, Sara Snäll ( Visit Finland ) 🇫🇮 , Ulrike Katrin Peters and Ulrike S. (MeetInNorway - Visit Norway ) 🇳🇴 and Anneli L. Crichlow - Project Manager and Ulrike Dziolloß (Visit Sweden ) 🇸🇪 A special thanks you to Zwiefka Agnieszka Roadtrack AG for your amazing organization ❤️ This year, our focus was on sustainability 🌱 Together with 65 suppliers from the five countries with over 65 qualified tour operators and travel agencies from the German Travel Trade -> with over 1000 meetings 💎 I want to thank my Icelandic team 🇮🇸 for a productive and fantastic time here in Hamburg: Snaeland Travel, #ExploringIceland, Special Tours Iceland, GoNorth , Bus4u Iceland, Mountaineers of Iceland, Iceland Travel MICE - DMC & PCO , Icelandair , PLAY airlines , #ForestLagoon, Sky Lagoon Iceland, Laugarvatn Fontana , GJ Travel, Visit Reykjanes Iceland and Visit North Iceland Business Iceland / #VisitIceland #NordicWorkshop #Sustainability

North Iceland’s Snowy Charm Captivates British Travelers On September 5, Business Iceland, alongside Visit North Iceland Marketing, hosted a presentation in Manchester to promote easyJet’s upcoming direct flights to Akureyri from Manchester and London (Gatwick). Over 30 local travel agents attended the event, held at Chill Factore—England’s largest indoor ski slope—where they learned about the unique appeal of North Iceland for winter travelers. Afterward, attendees enjoyed an afternoon of snow tubing and sledding, creating a memorable experience to keep snow—and Iceland—at the top of their minds as a winter destination. EasyJet’s flights will operate twice weekly from October to March 2025, offering a convenient connection to North Iceland’s stunning landscapes. For more: https://lnkd.in/eeuxDKKT