Norway: Shore Power Firm Attracts New Funding

Zinus: more staff. File Image / Pixabay. A Norwegian technology firm that develops shore power infrastructure for shipping has attracted the support of two investors. Singapore-based Eastern Pacific Shipping Ventures and Norway's state-owned fund, …

Norway’s postal service faces potential end

Santa mailbox. Credit: Pexels, Natalia S. Sending cards in the post could potentially and sadly no longer be a thing in Norway. Norway’s postal system is facing a significant transformation. A government-appointed commission has proposed drastic changes to …

Can I leave Norway over Christmas while waiting for a residency renewal?

There's nothing to stop you leaving Norway for Christmas, but you may have trouble getting back in.  If the police have your passport or ID documents, you can request to have them returned so that you can travel by sending a written inquiry to your …

When you can buy alcohol in Norway over the 2024 Christmas holidays

Norway’s strict alcohol laws and a number of public holidays over the Christmas break means enjoying your favourite festive beverages is far from straightforward without proper planning. Unlike other countries, you won’t be able to stroll into your local …

Australian Owner Sells Graphite Producer in Northern Norway

Critical raw material “Skaland is a globally important graphite asset and its acquisition is a major strategic step for Norge Mining in becoming an integrated supplier of critical materials to the Western world," says Chief Executive Officer John …

We paid $475 to spend the night in an ice hotel in Norway. It was a cool experience, but I'd never do it again.

My husband and I spent $475 to stay in the the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel in Norway. Sleeping in the hotel, which is made of ice and snow, was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Next time, though, I'd rather skip the sleeping bags and stay in a warm lodge. …

Investigate, Sanction Israel First – Norway Conditions World Cup Qualifiers

The Norwegian Football Association has announced its rejection to compete against the Israeli national team in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers for Europe. (Design: Palestine Chronicle) By Palestine Chronicle Staff   Norwegian Football Association President …

Norway Provides NOK 50 Million To Strengthen Africa’s Climate Resilience Through ARC Ltd.’s SACPIP-Africa Initiative

UK, Norway to Launch Clean Energy Partnership Next Year

Norway and the United Kingdom have agreed to finalize what they call a Green Industrial Partnership next spring. The partnership will cover a range of sectors including “future clean energy innovations”, with a focus on cross-border carbon capture …

Neonomics lodges complaint over Norway’s anti-competitive payment practices  

Norwegian payments firm Neonomics has filed a formal complaint with the Norwegian Competition Authority, citing anti-competitive practices in the Norwegian payments market.   The company is advocating for innovation and fair competition, challenging the …