What’s happening at Oslo&Co and across the city.
Analyses, announcements and updates from the team and our partners.
Oslo is among Europe's best cities. Few know it. Now the city's key players unite behind one shared story.
Oslo ranks #11 among European cities but performs poorly on international “lovability”. Oslo&Co is now launching the narrative that will close the gap.
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A joint effort to strengthen Oslo’s international position
The initiative will give Oslo greater impact in the global competition for investment, talent, and visitors.
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Oslo Business Region becomes Oslo&Co
For many years, you have partnered with us to strengthen Oslo’s startup ecosystem and build the city’s international position. Your engagement, colla…
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Oslo Outlook #4 2025: What comes next for Oslo? Securing competitiveness in a changing economy
The annual Oslo Outlook for 2025 shows that the city is at an important turning point, where several key trends are beginning to shape its future. Despite a cooler economy overall, Q4 shows gradual strengthening in several key areas. Venture capital activity is increasing, and the visitor economy continues to grow.
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Oslo, Norway: A pioneer in health and life science
Norway is a pioneer in the health and life science industry, with particular strengths in biopharma, medtech and digital health. The country has made technological breakthroughs in several areas that have advanced the field of medicine and is well known for its world-class research and unique health data.
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Career Opportunities at Oslo’s Leading Universities and Research Institutions
Oslo is a compact, progressive capital where you can freely pursue your ambitions and enjoy a cosmopolitan lifestyle close to nature. The universities and research institutions value and prioritize social welfare, work-life balance, equity, trust, safety, and academic freedom.
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Kompetansespor – a pilot project to accelerate the work visa process for skilled immigrants
Oslo and the rest of Norway face a shortage of skilled talent in the country, prompting many Norwegian employers to seek expertise from overseas. But long waiting periods for immigration processing hinder their ability to compete for top talent. To address the issue, the City of Oslo initiated a pilot project in 2023 to reduce the visa processing time from 37 weeks to only 3 days.
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