The Longyearbyen App project (longyear.app)

The Longyearbyen App is a lightweight, community-focused digital companion built to reflect the unique rhythm of life in the Arctic’s northernmost town. Designed for residents, seasonal workers, and curious visitors alike, the app provides a live feed of local events, weather, aurora forecasts, dining menus, and essential services—all in one clean, accessible interface.

What makes the app unique is its dynamic architecture: content is automatically generated from existing public data sources, community posts, and institutional feeds. An AI-powered backend continuously sorts, filters, and structures the information, ensuring relevance and clarity without overwhelming users.

Inspired by Svalbard’s blend of frontier living and scientific curiosity, the app serves as both a practical tool and a digital heartbeat of Longyearbyen—connecting people with place, and helping the world’s northernmost town feel just a little bit closer.