The Kristiansand region has a diverse business community and several world-class clusters. The clusters strengthen competitiveness and contribute to knowledge sharing and innovation. Companies also gather in several of the region's business associations and social networks, which contribute to collaboration and joint solutions.
GCE NODE
World-leading technology cluster supplying the global energy and maritime industries.
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NCE Eyde
Industry cluster for the process industry in Southern Norway working together for a sustainable and competitive industry.
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Digin
Leading ICT cluster in Southern Norway.
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Visit Sørlandet
Industry cluster for companies in the tourism, adventure and cultural industries in Southern Norway.
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Innakva KLYNGE
The industry and competence cluster within aquaculture that works for increased value creation, sustainable management and a productive innovation environment.
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Three in the Agder
A 3-year project that aims to strengthen the value chain for wood in Agder.
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The business association in the Kristiansand region
The largest business association in the region.
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Sørlandsparken Business Association
Represents businesses located in Sørlandsparken outside Kristiansand.
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Grimstad Business Association
Grimstad Business Association aims to make Grimstad municipality a good place to establish and run a business
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Vennesla Business Association
Represents businesses in Vennesla and will contribute to business growth and secure and create new jobs.
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Birkenes Business Forum
A member-owned and party-politically neutral business organization that works for business development in Birkenes.
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Palmesus Southland friends
Palmesus Sørlandsvenner is an exciting industry-independent business network with several hundred member companies.
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E-waves
E-Waves is a regional network created for companies in Agder that run their own online store, as well as their subcontractors.
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U40
U40 is a network and hub for active people under the age of 40 in Southern Norway who are interested in society and business.
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The Network Sørlandet
The network Sørlandet brings together participants from different industries and positions, because we believe that unprecedented value is created when people meet in a neutral arena.
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