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Information leaflet about the main business and industry clusters in the Bergen region, Norway.TRANSCRIPT
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A region of progress, expertise and dialogue
With its location on the west coast of Norway, the Bergen Region has evolved alongside the sea. We live by it, from it and with it. Our proud fi shing traditions as well as new technological innovations in oil, gas and shipping emerge from this intimate relationship with the sea.
Progress creates a continuous demand for new knowledge. As such, the schools and universities of the Bergen Region, are well established to create the next generation of economists, technologists, scientists, engineers and teachers – all this to inspire the region’s future development.
Growth is also found in the region’s cultural institutions and creative industries. The fruitful and respected interaction between local and international artists and designers from all over the world is remarkable.
Our fjords and mountains also attract many visitors from distant shores – taking home with them unique and unforgettable memories of the region.
Like waves shape the shore, innovative artists and entrepreneurs recreate the Bergen Region everyday.
Facts about the Bergen Region:Population: 400,000 (Norway: 4.8 million)Consists of 20 municipalities on the west coast of NorwayBergen is the second largest city in Norway with 250,000 inhabitants
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The Bergen Region has leading business and industry clusters in:
ENERGYOil, gas and renewable energy
MARITIME INDUSTRIESShipping, shipbuilding, maritime services and equipment
THE MARINE SECTORFishing, aquaculture and marine products
TOURISM Culture and adventure
CREATIVEMedia, design, film and music
The region is also strong in the financial services and ICT sectors.
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we live, work and thrive by the sea
HIGHLY DIVERSE ENERGY CLUSTER
Oil, gas and renewable energy constitute the largest business cluster in the Bergen Region, and on a global scale the region holds an elite position when it comes to subsea technology. It is also home to the Norwegian Centre of Expertise Subsea.
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Pulling together, breaking new ground
WORLD-LEADING SHIPPING ENVIRONMENT
The Bergen Region is a pivotal maritime centre in Norway, and the world’s major equipment manufacturers and service providers are based here. Several of the world’s leading shipping companies are operated from the region.
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Evolving from traditional fishing vessels to high technology subsea solutions, the region is in constant progress.
LEADING FISHERIES REGION
Both the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries and the Institute of Marine Research are situated in the Bergen Region. 25 percent of the Norwegian wealth creation in fisheries and aquaculture are produced in the Bergen area: it is an essential and world leading power centre in marine research.
ADRENALINE FUELLED MOMENTS AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCES IN EXTREME NATURE
THE GATEWAY TO THE FJORDS OF NORWAY
The Bergen Region is the Gateway to the fjords, mountains and the coast. Bergen is a World Heritage City and can boast a rich cultural life with music, art, dance, film and entertainment. The Norwegian Centre of Expertise (NCE)Tourism is located in Bergen.
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a Hive of ideas, talent and initiative
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
The Bergen Region is the second largest hub in Norway when it comes to design, film and TV production, boasting a well established network for digital production and design innovation. New artists frequently emerge from the Bergen Region and many enjoy international success.
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An educational HUB for research, exploration and development
BIG IN R&D
The Bergen Region has a strong and varied research and development community. The region is host to large educational institutions and it has leading centres of expertise in the most important industries.
welcome to the bergen region
Photo: Solstrand Hotel & Spa
Bergen | Askøy | Fjell | Sund | Øygarden | Os | Fusa | Samnanger | Austevoll | Stord | Vaksdal | Osterøy Lindås | Meland | Fedje | Radøy | Austrheim | Masfjorden | Modalen | Gulen | Hordaland County Council
Business Region Bergen is engaged in
regional business development, runs a
business start-up service and promotes
and markets the Bergen Region.
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