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Norway

Norway's technology profile is built on energy: a long offshore engineering tradition, abundant hydropower and the world's fastest shift to electric cars.

Its expertise now extends to offshore wind and subsea systems, while cheap, clean power draws data centres north. Norwegian stories cluster around energy, mobility and maritime.

Energy & Grid

Vår Energi and BlueNord Merge to Create Europe's Largest Independent Oil and Gas Company

Vår Energi and BlueNord are merging to form Europe's largest independent oil and gas company, while Vår Energi's CEO signals continued M&A activity but warns of caution in target selection.

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Cars & Mobility

XPENG L03 First Impressions: Well-Equipped EV for Young Families Launches in Europe

XPENG's new L03 electric SUV, positioned below the G6 and available as both BEV and EREV, targets young families in Europe with a starting price of around $27,600 in Norway.

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Maritime & Offshore

Fuel Cells Move to Commercial Shipping as EU Penalties Bite

With FuelEU Maritime penalties and EU ETS costs rising, fuel cells are shifting from pilot projects to real-world use on ships, offering a way to cut emissions from auxiliary power.

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Energy & Grid

Norway's Troll Field Supplies Over 10% of Europe's Gas Demand

The Troll field, Norway's largest gas field, now accounts for more than 10% of Europe's total gas consumption, according to recent data.

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Energy & Grid

Vår Energi Secures Two North Sea Drilling Permits for 2026

The Norwegian Offshore Directorate has approved two exploration wells for Vår Energi, with spud dates set for July and September 2026.

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