19.01.2012

The Norwegian Ministry of Trade and Industry has the overall responsibility for the Norwegian Space Programme, and in this issue of Norway Exports Research & Development, we interviewed Ministry State Secretary Øivi...

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02.12.2011

Norway became a space nation when the first research rocket was launched from Andøya Rocket Range 18 August 1962. More than one thousand rockets have been launched from Andøya since then.

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30.09.2010

Tromsø is a hub for many types of high-knowledge industries. One of these is the satellite-based remote sensing cluster – a consequence of the city’s high northern latitude. The cluster is involved in a broad range of acti...

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14.12.2009

When it comes to hybrid rocket technology, Norway is first on the European Space Agency’s (ESA) list. With a respected background in the missile field, the Nammo Group is part of the Norwegian Centre of Expertise at Raufos...

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10.12.2009

Norway may not be the world’s biggest space nation, but it is certainly one of the most unique. Building on historical knowledge across a range of industries, Norway is of fundamental importance to the European Space Agenc...

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22.06.2009

The first half of 2008 was part of the longest periods of growth Norway has experienced since the war. The second half, however, was marked by international, economic downturn and recession.

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05.08.2008

The Norwegian defence industry’s reputation for technological expertise and quality combined with the highest of ethics is a valuable tool in helping Norwegian industry gain access to an increasing number of foreign markets.

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19.06.2008

The oil and gas giant StatoilHydro has maintained its ranking at the top of the list of the 500 largest companies in Norway. Take a closer look to see what companies can count themselves as the giants of Norwegian ind...

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27.05.2008

At 78º north, braving the bitter cold beneath the Breinosa Mountain on Svalbard, a group of scientists and dignitaries gathered for the opening of a new research centre. The sense of anticipation at this most northerly ...

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01.09.2007

The Norwegian defence industry is in very good shape with exports increased by 20 percent since 2005, and the Norwegian government has implemented measures to ensure the growth of the defence industry. “We will both contin...

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