As Editor-in-Chief of ForumNordic, I felt it as a duty to re-publish this article that was originally published on the Norway’s SINTEF site in November 2024. It was written by Øystein...
Norway is also making remarkable strides in innovation, with a focus on renewable energy, smart mobility, and technological advancements shaping its 2024 landscape. Among Norway’s leading...
Water Linked, in Norway, manufacture a range of underwater acoustic products for underwater communication developed with smart IoT technology. The products are based on reliable and affordable...
Experts at Bioco, Nofima, Norilia, Nortura and SINTEF are collaborating to better utilise “rest raw materials” from chicken and turkey. The raw materials here refer to the remaining parts of a...
The government is launching a range of new measures and pledging NOK 967 million to strengthen Norway’s defence industry. Of this, NOK 342 million is earmarked for small and medium-sized Norwegian...
The Norwegian research project "RecirkIrRu" focuses on recycling the rare metals iridium and ruthenium. These metals are essential for the green transition, as iridium is used in hydrogen fuel cells...
Oslo Innovation Week (OIW) 2024, occurred September 23-27, a premier event in the Nordic innovation landscape. This annual gathering, hosted by the City of Oslo and managed by Oslo Business Region,...
Nils Aall Barricelli, a Norwegian/Italian, was a pioneering figure in the fields of genetics and computer science, best known for his early experiments with evolutionary algorithms and artificial...
SINTEF is one of Europe's largest research institutes, with multi-disciplinary expertise in technology, natural and social sciences. SINTEF is an independent foundation, which has created innovation...
Nordic innovations in developing “bird radars” can reduce the disturbing impact wind turbines have on bird nesting and feeding from the operating noise and the blade movement, as well as the...
Norway's investment in research and development (R&D) reached nearly 89 billion NOK in 2022, highlighting the country's commitment to innovation and technological advancement. The distribution...
Researchers in Norway have proposed that limits should be imposed on the use of energy in cloud data centers. They argue that Norwegian politicians should not be sponsoring the race for influence by...
Although Norway is a significant producer of fossil fuels in the global markets, it is never-the-less investing heavily in carbon capture technology and projects, as well as having a huge number of...
Norway's entrepreneurial landscape is bolstered by institutions dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Two entities leading this charge are Entreprenørskolen (NTNU School of...
EDITORIAL Why do most people in the Nordic countries enjoy safe and reasonably prosperous lives in democracies that pride themselves on equality and welfare? Is it because of natural resources like...
Hexagon Purus is a Norwegian company on a mission. They're not just building parts for vehicles, they're building the infrastructure for a cleaner tomorrow. As a world leader in hydrogen storage...
Norway has hundreds of fjords and thousands of lakes with a population living between high mountains and the sea making travel infrastructure environmentally challenging and expensive. Seaplanes can...
The Nordic region is home to four financial institutions that serve as the backbone of local development and stability. Strong regional government is an important feature of the Nordics, unlike many...
The Research Council of Norway allocates funding new environmentally friendly energy solutions. Eight new Research Centers will receive between 120 to 180 million Norwegian kroner...
Eight Norwegian research centers will receive a total of around 1.28 billion Norwegian kroner (110 million euros) in funding over eight years. The funded centers focus on diverse research...
A leading pioneer in the seafood industry since 1899, Lerøy Seafood Group, stands at the forefront of sustainable aquaculture. With a rich history and a robust presence in over 14 countries, the...
The Nordic model stands as a unique and prominent socio-economic structure that has put the Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden - on the map for their innovative and...
The annual European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS) provides a comparative assessment of the research and innovation performance of EU Member States and selected third countries, and the relative...
Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Iceland have often been described as cousins who share a common heritage but drifted apart, just like relatives who gather at marriages and funerals and to take...
Norway, a nation known for its stunning fjords, vibrant culture, and progressive policies, also boasts an impressive investment landscape. Let's look into the key programs and initiatives that...
Sauli Niinistö, the former Finnish President, has been commissioned by EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to write a report on “EU Crisis Preparedness”. He will...
Fitch Ratings, like the other main rating agencies S&P and Moody’s all give the same ratings to the four Nordic countries – here is a snapshot from Fitch Ratings:...
DoMore Diagnostics, a Norwegian health-tech company, has been making waves in the field of cancer diagnostics with its innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI). The company's recent financial...
Have you ever heard of SINTEF? Neither had I before I started to deeper research Norway and what is going on there, in a positive and productive way. SINTEF is one of Europe's largest independent...