The Oslo Region

The Oslo region, which includes the capital of Oslo and the surrounding county of Akershus, is definitely the centre of Norway with regard to population and business activities. Few regions in Europe can equal the Oslo region in education and research facilities, business opportunities, cultural commitments and natural beauty.

Expertise in Norway is based on a century of solving problems posed by mountainous topography, a sub-arctic climate, long distances and a small, scattered population Ñ factors which have made Norway a pioneer in new communication techniques and advanced technologies. NorwayÕs expertise in advanced technology and research and development is clustered around the Oslo region; a centre of knowledge with a high concentration of expanding communities. The regionÕs mastery of technology makes it an attractive location for companies in search of the best opportunities in Norway.

There are many business sectors flourishing in the Oslo region. However, the region can boast unique expertise within certain fields:

The Shipping Industry
Information Technology, Telecommunications and Multimedia
Offshore and Engineering activities
Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals

Oslo business region is your key to the Oslo region
We can provide assistance, services and information to foreign investors who are considering the Oslo region a possible location for future activities and are searching for new business partners. We can also help you to organise schedules and assist you with visits within the region. Our main task is to provide service and information and our services are free of charge.