1. Maybe the most exciting and challenging geographical areas in the world? The Arctic climate demands new innovative, sustainable and effective solutions

2. Resources – oil, gas and minerals Logistics in and transit through the High North Supply Chain Management for offshore and industrial activities Industrial infrastructure and international industrial standards Maritime jurisdictions Environmental aspects Politics We have a holistic view – in a medium to long term perspective for the High North:

3. Putting together research projects founded in relevant need and challenges of the industries in the High North This research projects is done in an interaction between the universities, Research institutions and companies We transform this knowledge into real business opportunities by: We produce knowledge by: WEB / electronic workspace research Working Groups and seminars Providing networking opportunities with faculties, the industries and the politicians

4. Research Master thesis PhD thesis Research projects initiated by the Board of the Foundation, sponsors and member institutes Research dissemination Publications in journals Reports and books Annual conferences and workshops Education Bachelor and Master of Science programmes Executive Master Programmes Tailor-made courses and programmes requested by different industries and companies The long term objective