GRÓ
12 February 2026
GRÓ‘s status under the auspices of UNESCO renewed until 2034
The status of the GRÓ Centre as a Category 2 Centre that operates under the auspices of UNESCO has been renewed for a period of eight years, or until 2034.
GRÓ
GRÓ FTP
11 February 2026
Enhancing knowledge in fisheries delivers development impact
Few factors have shaped Icelandic society as deeply as our closeness to the sea. As a fishing nation, we understand that using resources sustainably is essential for securing prosperity and food security for the future. We Icelanders have valuable knowledge across all key aspects of the seafood value chain – from fishing to processing and handling of marine products.
GRÓ FTP
10 February 2026
Dr. Anthony Taabu Returns to Iceland as Key Guest Speaker at GRÓ FTP Event
The GRÓ Fisheries Training Programme (GRÓ FTP) was honoured to welcome Dr. Anthony Taabu Munyaho back to Iceland as the keynote speaker at the promotional event “From Knowledge to Development Impact: Building Capacity for Sustainable Fisheries,” held on 4 February at the University of Akureyri.
GRÓ GTP
9 February 2026
WGC2026 Fellowships - update 9 February 2026
Updates on Fellowships for WGC2026, 8-12 June 2026, Canada
1,858
fellows have graduated from all four training programmes
117
scholarship recipients have completed a MA/MSc degree
28
scholarship recipients have completed a PhD degree
5,802
participants have attended short courses in partner countries
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