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The study proposes novel remediation strategies for petroleum‑contaminated soils in the Arctic and sub‑Arctic, aiming to improve environmental recovery where oil extraction has left persistent pollution.

Loss of sea ice has sharply reduced a key nutrient, disrupting plankton, fish, seabird and marine populations in the Arctic.

DeepOcean secured a 2027‑2028 subsea contract package with Equinor covering installations at Visund and Johan Castberg and optional work at Snorre A, involving riser replacements and tie‑back infrastructure for the Barents Sea field.

Donald Trump has altered his stance on a Greenland independence champion who had publicly despised Denmark, signaling a shift in U.S. policy toward Greenland's autonomy.

Norway is lobbying the EU to lift its 2021 Arctic drilling moratorium, arguing the ban is unnecessary for northern waters, while EU officials cite climate commitments.

Digital producer Casey Kuhn details how rising temperatures are reshaping the daily lives and future prospects of people living in the Arctic.

Russia used all eight nuclear icebreakers to keep its Arctic oil and gas export routes open during an unusually thick early winter freeze, ensuring shipping and energy supplies remain uninterrupted.

Equinor has awarded DeepOcean a subsea contract covering multiple fields on the Norwegian continental shelf, including the Visund field, with work scheduled for 2027‑2028, expanding offshore operations into the Barents Sea.

The ice‑breaking LNG carrier Arc7, loaded with sanctioned cargo from the Arctic LNG 2 plant, has begun an early eastbound run along the Northern Sea Route.

Anchorage Daily News opinion piece argues that Alaska’s renewed oil development is crucial for U.S. energy security and economic prosperity, citing projects like ConocoPhillips’ Willow and Santos’ Pikka.

The EU is reviewing its Arctic energy policy amid an energy crisis, warning that short‑term narratives should not dictate future drilling decisions.

United States secures major rare‑earth mineral deal with Greenland, potentially reshaping Arctic supply chains.

Anchorage Daily News opinion piece argues that the North Pacific Fishery Management Council should close the loophole allowing midwater pollock trawlers to bottom‑trawl, protecting seafloor ecosystems and Alaska tribal fisheries.

Cobham Satcom will debut its SAILOR 7200 terminal for Iridium at Posidonia 2026, offering truly global GMDSS coverage—including polar regions—while giving shipowners flexibility between Inmarsat and Iridium networks.

Arctic Ocean food chain has been disrupted after a key tipping point has been crossed, indicating significant ecological changes.

Alberta is funding the development of drone surveillance tech to strengthen Arctic security, positioning the province as a key gateway for monitoring the northern region.

Senator Murkowski questioned a general about U.S. investments in Arctic security, highlighting concerns over funding levels and strategic priorities.

Sampension joins 127 signatories in an open letter urging the EU to oppose further Arctic oil and gas projects, citing climate and environmental concerns.

Climate‑driven sea‑ice loss may have pushed the Arctic Ocean past an irreversible chemical tipping point, shattering the food chain that supports Arctic marine life.

Russia's first LNG tanker of the year departed from the Arctic LNG 2 plant and sailed east along the Northern Sea Route toward Asia, marking an earlier‑than‑usual opening of the Arctic shipping corridor.

HMS Prince of Wales completed anti‑submarine warfare drills in the North Atlantic before heading to the Arctic with F‑35 fighter jets, underscoring the Royal Navy’s expanded presence in the region.