Together, the six municipalities in the Kristiansand region - Birkenes, Iveland, Kristiansand, Lillesand, Lindesnes and Vennesla - form a powerful engine for regional development in Agder. The value creation strategy is based on the region's positive development with an ambitious vision: The region is the country's leading renewable energy region.
This strategy provides a common direction for business efforts in the six municipalities. Our main goal is for the Kristiansand region to become the country's most attractive and sustainable region. To achieve this, we have defined six areas that we will all focus on.
Our focus areas
Energy industries
We must be a leading and attractive region for energy industries.
Infrastructure and commercial space
We must have infrastructure and commercial areas that are adapted to the needs of business.
Experiences
We want to be a region with attractive and sustainable experiences for residents and visitors.
Jobs and expertise
We will be a rapidly growing competence region.
International competitiveness
We shall use the opportunities international cooperation provides for increased value creation.
Innovation power and restructuring
We must have the power to innovate, with a business community that is a leader in climate-friendly transition.
