Pillar: Iceland

Iceland Reviews Cruise Industry Taxes Amid Economic Concerns

Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators Target Underwater Noise

Clean Up Iceland: A Collaborative Effort to Combat Marine Litter

AECO’s Clean Up Iceland project is returning for its third year. This year, it’s easier than ever to get involved, and we’re calling on our members to make the project impactful.

Climate Comittment

Members Track and Limit Emissions

Polar Tourism Working Group

Supports research on efforts to protect and understand the polar regions.

Community Specific Guidelines

A tool that lets local stakeholder give recommendations to visitors.

JASA

The Joint Arctic SAR Arena (JASA) was established in 2023 to create a dedicated network for following up on findings from Search and Rescue (SAR) exercises in the Arctic.

Clean Up Iceland

A Collaboration with Landowners and Authorities

ORCA

Marine Conservation Charity Protecting Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises

Cruise Ready

Helps Arctic communities get ready for cruise visits.

Meet the Destinations & Market Place

Brings together AECO operators and destination representatives.

Clean Seas

A Program to Combat Plastic Pollution

INTERACT

Building an Arctic integrated reseach structure, involving major research institutions in the Arctic.