How to Establish and Grow Your Business in Norway

Expanding into Norway? Insights from our seminar 11.3.2026

Yesterday, NOFI – Norwegian-Finnish Trade Association, together with Helsingin seudun kauppakamari - Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Finland, hosted a hybrid seminar on establishing and growing a business in Norway, and what a turnout, both in Helsinki and online!

Two key takeaways from the event:
1️⃣ Local Expertise is Key – Advokatfirmaet Aider Legal AS (Business Law Firm) covered the legal essentials of establishing a business in Norway, while Greenstep highlighted the financial and practical aspects. With many details to consider, involving local experts early helps ensure everything is done right from the start.

2️⃣ Cultural Nuances Matter – Oiva Health shared their Norwegian expansion journey and emphasized the importance of understanding cultural differences. Having local people on the ground can make all the difference.

A big thank you to all our speakers:
- Synnøve Sørdal, Attorney / Partner, and Øivind Henrik von Mehren, Attorney / Managing Partner, at Advokatfirmaet Aider Legal AS (Business Law Firm)
- Lise Nansen, General Manager at Greenstep
- Juhana Ojala, CEO of Oiva Health

Special thanks also go to our moderator, Minna Akerholm, board member at NOFI, along with all participants, for their insightful questions and engaging networking!