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The International Symposium on Toxic Substances (PTS 2026) will be held in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, from 2–4 November 2026.
Venue: Funken Lodge, Vei 212-4 (formerly Vei 10), a 10-minute walk from the town centre and 20 min bus from the airport.
We are delighted to announce that PTS 2026 will take place as originally planned, now in the spectacular Arctic setting of Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
Longyearbyen is the world's northernmost town with a permanent civilian population and offers a unique opportunity to experience authentic Arctic life in one of the most extraordinary locations on Earth. Despite its remote location, Longyearbyen is easily accessible, with daily flights connecting the town to mainland Norway via OSLO (and sometimes via Tromsø). See the GOTO LONGYEARBYEN WEBPAGE for details. For this PTS 2026-conference we recommend arrival flight on Sunday 1st November and return flight on 5th November 2026.
About International Symposium on Persistent Toxic Substance (PTS) Conference series
For two decades, the PTS Conference Series has served as a leading global forum for advancing scientific understanding of Persistent Toxic Substances (PTS)—chemicals known for their environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, and long-term risks to ecosystems and human health. Founded by the International Joint Research Center for Persistent Toxic Substances (IJRC‑PTS), the series brings together researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders from around the world.
Focus of the PTS Conferences
• Arctic pollution and long‑range contaminant transport
• Environmental distribution and fate of PTS
• Toxicological and ecological impacts in sensitive regions
• Risk assessment and management strategies
• New linkages between the Atlantic - and Pacific Arctic
Why Attend?
• High‑level plenary speakers and thematic parallel sessions
• Poster presentations and networking opportunities
• A unique venue at the Scandic Hotel Havet, at Bodø, close to NORD University a leading hub for environmental research in the northern and Arctic hemisphere
• Participation from global experts, early‑career scientists, and decision‑makers
