Iceland to produce a ‘Green Map’ of eco-friendly places
Following the trend in Iceland to pioneer sustainable and eco-friendly practices, the country will soon also provide a ‘green map’ of places to find e...
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FL Group changes name to Stodir
FL Group announced today that it has been rebranded as Stodir and has acquired of a 39% stake in the Baugur Group under the new name. With the transac...
Iceland tries its hand at Hemp
Hemp cultivation has begun in Iceland under an experimental programme to see if it can grow successfully in Iceland’s climate, according to Iceland Re...
Actavis donates to children’s homes in Bulgaria
The Iceland-based generic drugs manufacturer Actavis has recently made headlines for the charitable activities of its Bulgarian division. Before 2008,...
Stockholm to host global search engine marketing event
Scandinavia’s reputation for high tech investment and innovation means it is a constant magnet for the world’s high tech industries. This year SMX Sea...
Business Factory opens to incubate SMEs
A facility called the Business Factory has been established at Reykjavik University to help small businesses get off the ground. Established by Klak I...
Weaker krona boosts Icelandic travel industry
While the weakened Icelandic krona is causing low economic growth, there is good news for the travel industry. With the krona at its weakest in five y...
Loophole in Denmark’s gaming laws helps TV2
Games of skill, rather than chance might help Danish television channel TV2 break Danske Spil’s monopoly over the 11 billion kroner gambling industry,...