Norway offers strong business opportunities — but successful market entry requires the right knowledge, preparation, and local understanding.
On 11 March 2026, the Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce, together with the Norwegian-Finnish Trade Association (NOFI), and Enterprise Europe Network Finland, hosted a hybrid seminar focused on establishing and growing a business in Norway. The event gathered a strong audience both in Helsinki and online.
Key takeaways from the seminar:
Local expertise is essential
Experts from Advokatfirmaet Aider Legal AS provided an overview of the legal requirements for entering the Norwegian market, while Greenstep covered financial and practical considerations. With many regulatory and operational details to navigate, engaging local specialists early can help ensure a smooth and compliant market entry.
Cultural understanding makes a difference
Oiva Health shared valuable insights from their expansion journey to Norway, highlighting the importance of understanding local business culture. Having local expertise on the ground can significantly support successful market integration.
We extend our sincere thanks to all speakers:
- Synnøve Sørdal, Attorney / Partner, Advokatfirmaet Aider Legal AS
- Øivind Henrik von Mehren, Attorney / Managing Partner, Advokatfirmaet Aider Legal AS
- Lise Nansen, General Manager, Greenstep
- Juhana Ojala, CEO, Oiva Health
A special thanks also to the moderator, Minna Åkerholm, Board Member at NOFI, as well as to all participants for their insightful questions and engaging discussions.
See the video recording of the seminar.
