Category Archives: Norway

Press Releases & News from Norway distributed via EuropaWire

DNV Partners with ITS to Boost Indonesia’s Maritime and Energy Education with Focus on Sustainability and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) DNV has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) in Indonesia to support the development of the country’s maritime and energy sectors. The partnership includes initiatives such as providing ITS’s academic community with access … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen’s LAB Entreprenør Secures NOK 137 Million Contract for New Residential Project in Bergen

(IN BRIEF) LAB Entreprenør, part of AF Gruppen, has secured a contract with Gjelsten Bolig to develop a new residential project in Møllendalsveien, Bergen. The project will involve demolishing existing buildings to make way for 40 new apartments, along with … Read the full press release

DNV Study Shows Companies Leveraging ESG Regulations to Strengthen Business Performance Amid Uncertainty

(IN BRIEF) A new study conducted by DNV and the University of Cambridge reveals that companies are using ESG regulations to enhance business performance, despite the regulatory uncertainty. The research found that 72% of businesses believe improving ESG compliance has … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen Awarded NOK 960 Million Contract for Structural Work at New Rikshospitalet in Gaustad

(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has been chosen by Helse Sør-Øst RFH to carry out the structural work at the New Rikshospitalet, with a contract valued at NOK 960 million. This comprehensive project includes groundwork, concrete work for foundations, walls, and … Read the full press release

HMB Construction to Oversee SEK 560 Million Expansion of Ahlsell Distribution Centre in Hallsberg

(IN BRIEF) HMB Construction, part of AF Gruppen Sweden, has secured a SEK 560 million contract to expand Ahlsell’s distribution center in Hallsberg, where Ahlsell Sverige AB is the tenant. The project includes the addition of 37,000 square meters of … Read the full press release

Dawn Summers Proposed for Equinor Board of Directors, Along with Re-Election of Key Leadership Members

(IN BRIEF) Equinor ASA’s nomination committee has proposed Dawn Summers as a new member of the board of directors, with her election taking effect from 1 September 2025. In addition, re-elections for Jon Erik Reinhardsen as chair, Anne Drinkwater as … Read the full press release

Equinor’s Empire Wind Project Moves Forward, Construction Resumes Following BOEM Approval

(IN BRIEF) Empire Offshore Wind LLC, a subsidiary of Equinor ASA, has resumed construction on the Empire Wind project after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management lifted the stop work order. The project, which is more than 30 percent complete, … Read the full press release

ORLEN Upstream Norway Makes Significant Discovery in Skarv Area, Estimated at 3-7 Million Barrels of Oil

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN Upstream Norway, together with its license partners, has made a new oil discovery in the Skarv area of the Norwegian Sea, estimated at 3-7 million barrels. Another discovery was made during drilling, with resources estimated at 1-2 … Read the full press release

Solstad Maritime Successfully Listed on Euronext Oslo Børs with Market Capitalisation of NOK 10.5 Billion

(IN BRIEF) Solstad Maritime was listed on Euronext Oslo Børs today, marking the ninth listing on Euronext in 2025. The company, part of the Solstad Group, has a market capitalisation of NOK 10.5 billion. With 32 vessels serving the global … Read the full press release

Hydro and Norwegian Red Cross Join Forces to Strengthen Communities and Provide Emergency Relief Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has entered into a partnership with the Norwegian Red Cross, aiming to support a just transition and provide emergency relief globally. The partnership will focus on strengthening local communities, promoting equal opportunities, and supporting disaster preparedness. Hydro … Read the full press release

PepsiCo and Yara Launch Long-Term Collaboration to Promote Sustainable Farming Practices Across Latin America

(IN BRIEF) PepsiCo and Yara have partnered to enhance crop nutrition in Latin America, focusing on reducing the carbon footprint of agriculture. Yara will supply PepsiCo’s farmers with innovative, low-carbon fertilizers, such as Yara Climate Choice™, which reduce emissions in … Read the full press release

Fortum Earns Nomination for Best Customer Service in Norway’s Electricity Sector After Significant Customer Engagement

(IN BRIEF) Fortum has been nominated once again for Norway’s Best Customer Service in the electricity sector, reflecting its commitment to customer satisfaction. The nomination follows over 20,000 customer interviews, and the award ceremony will take place during the Customer … Read the full press release

Ocean Yield Expands Stake in France LNG Shipping, Enhancing LNG Sector Presence

(IN BRIEF) Ocean Yield AS has increased its stake in France LNG Shipping (FLS), raising its indirect economic interest from 34% to 45%. The transaction will add about USD 250 million to the company’s EBITDA backlog. FLS operates 12 LNG … Read the full press release

Euronext introduces new initiatives to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy in energy, security and defense sectors

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has introduced a series of initiatives focused on enhancing Europe’s strategic autonomy in energy, defense, and technology. These initiatives include the launch of thematic indices targeting energy security, aerospace, defense, and strategic autonomy. Additionally, Euronext is updating … Read the full press release

DNV Launches Advanced Solar Resource Measurement Stations to Boost Italy’s Renewable Energy Efforts

(IN BRIEF) DNV has launched a network of advanced solar resource measurement stations across Italy to support the country’s renewable energy goals. These stations measure solar irradiance, albedo, and soiling data to optimize energy output, particularly for bifacial solar modules, … Read the full press release

DNV and Havtil’s collaboration on AI-driven safety improvements targets dropped object incidents in offshore industry

(IN BRIEF) DNV and the Norwegian Ocean Industry Authority (Havtil) have launched a collaborative project to enhance offshore safety using artificial intelligence (AI). Their report, focusing on reducing risks related to dropped objects, demonstrates how AI can extract valuable insights … Read the full press release

DNV and Ørsted Achieve Milestone in Carbon Capture and Storage Project Bifrost with Feasibility Study Approval for CO2 Transportation via Repurposed Pipeline

(IN BRIEF) DNV and Ørsted have achieved a major milestone in the development of Project Bifrost, a CCS project aimed at CO₂ underground storage in the Danish North Sea. DNV has granted a Statement of Feasibility (SoF) for repurposing Ørsted’s … Read the full press release

Hydro Extrusions’ Paul Warton Appointed Chair of European Aluminium, Succeeding Philipp Schlüter

(IN BRIEF) Paul Warton, Executive Vice President of Hydro Extrusions, has been appointed the new Chair of European Aluminium, succeeding Philipp Schlüter. Warton, with over 30 years of experience in the aluminium industry, will lead the organization in promoting sustainability, … Read the full press release

Equinor Sells 60% Interest in Peregrino Field to PRIO for USD 3.35 Billion as Part of International Portfolio Optimization

(IN BRIEF) Equinor Brasil Energia Ltda., a subsidiary of Equinor ASA, has finalized an agreement with PRIO Tigris Ltda. for the sale of its 60% operated interest in the Peregrino field offshore Brazil. The total transaction value amounts to USD … Read the full press release

Official Start of Permitting Process for Zeeland Energy Terminal by VTTI and Höegh Evi to Enhance Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) VTTI and Höegh Evi have launched the permitting process for the Zeeland Energy Terminal (ZET), a key project for enhancing the Netherlands’ energy infrastructure. The Ministry of Climate and Green Growth (KGG) has issued the Notification of Intent … Read the full press release