https://www.scmp.com/rss/321817/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com From February to March, and between August and November, and - ideally - when a full moon lights up a cloudless sky, the furthermost regions of Norway are bathed in one of the natural wonders of the world, best known as the Northern Lights. The phenomenon, called Aurora Borealis, is one of the most popular draws for visiting Hongkongers. It occurs up to 240km in space, when charged particles from the sun are dragged into the atmosphere by the earth's magnetic field, and collide with oxygen and... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880478/addition-aurora-borealis-norway?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880478/addition-aurora-borealis-norway?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 09:09:43 +0000 Norway and China have a long history, starting from January 7, 1950, when Norway recognised the People's Republic of China and was one of the first Western countries to do so. Bilateral trade with China has increased substantially in the past 10 years. According to Statistics Norway, there has been a significant increase of total trade from 25.47 billion Norwegian krone (HK$22.7 billion) in 2005 to 73.79 billion krone in 2014, up nearly 190 per cent. When comparing between 2013 and 2014, there... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880473/message-royal-norwegian-consulate?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880473/message-royal-norwegian-consulate?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 09:06:50 +0000 The coastline of Norway, one of Europe's northernmost nations, extends for an impressive 25,000km. So it follows that its maritime roots and traditions are extensive. And, with Hong Kong being one of the most prominent trading ports in Asia, it's natural that its links with the country continue to flourish. Norway ranks as Hong Kong's 52nd-largest trading partner, importing a diverse range of goods such as printed matter, artificial teeth and dental fittings, edible products, toys and games, and... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880476/norway-and-hong-kong-have-long-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880476/norway-and-hong-kong-have-long-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:58:26 +0000 An energy-efficient fuel source with lower carbon emissions and widespread residential, commercial and industrial applications, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is a multibillion-dollar industry forecast to reach US$100.2 billion in the Asia-Pacific by 2019. Aurora LPG, an up-and-coming market leader in safe, flexible and cost-effective premium LPG transport solutions, will be launching six new very large gas carriers (VLGCs) next year - ensuring broader service to accommodate the region's growing... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880475/aurora-fires-new-vessels-asian-lpg?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880475/aurora-fires-new-vessels-asian-lpg?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:45:45 +0000 Tucked in between the fast-flowing Espeland waterfall and the historic Espeland railway station, which was once the village's lifeblood, Janusfabrikken's 120-year-old textile factory is an industrial marvel. Thanks to founder Anton Stephansen's adventurous spirit and the company's indomitable will to survive despite obstacles presented by changing fashions and technology, Janusfabrikken remains unmoved, as it seals its spot as Norway's top wool clothing producer. Providing warmth, comfort and... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880471/janusfabrikken-knits-120-year?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880471/janusfabrikken-knits-120-year?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:45:11 +0000 In space, electronic equipment requires special circuits that can withstand intense radiation and wide temperature variations. Such is the focus of Integrated Detector Electronics (IDEAS) as one of the world's leading independent suppliers of application-specific integrated circuits and sensor systems for radiation detection and imaging. Initially developed for space missions, IDEAS is expanding the application of its technologies to areas such as environmental protection and medical. "We have... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880480/integrated-detector-electronics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880480/integrated-detector-electronics?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:45:00 +0000 True to its name, Seagarden is the source of high-quality seafood ingredients and extracts sourced from the clean waters of the North Atlantic. One of the world's leading suppliers of savoury marine ingredients, the Norwegian company is developing its range of products to fit the Asian market and break ground in the food and dietary supplements market. Established in 2002, Seagarden specialises in manufacturing more than 40 marine products, including white fish, salmon and shellfish powders,... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880474/seagarden-brings-oceans-bounty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880474/seagarden-brings-oceans-bounty?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:37:13 +0000 Technology is crucial in raising operational efficiency levels in businesses. The manufacturing industry in particular, has grown by leaps and bounds because of technological innovations. Enabling manufacturers to take the next step, Prediktor ushers in the new era of Industry 4.0 - the age of smarter factories and computerised manufacturing with advanced industrial information technology (IT) systems. Prediktor specialises in industrial software solutions for production optimisation, real-time... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880472/asian-manufacturing-moves-industry?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880472/asian-manufacturing-moves-industry?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:30:45 +0000 Climate change and oil-price volatility are some of the top global sustainability issues confronting Norwegian companies today. These challenges encouraged Innovation Norway - the Norwegian government's mechanism for developing enterprises and industries - to work more closely with companies to stimulate innovations that promote sustainable technologies globally in areas such as energy, renewables, environment and health. With a heightened focus on the world's green economy shift, Innovation... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880482/innovation-norway-promotes-green?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880482/innovation-norway-promotes-green?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:21:11 +0000 Evolving industries such as oil and gas require equally dynamic technologies in order to increase recovery, reduce expenses and, ultimately, deliver a more efficient energy supply to high-consumption markets, including China and Asia. "With the era of 'easy oil' coming to a close, it is becoming increasingly important to maximise extraction out of existing oil reservoirs," says Helge Lunde, managing director of drilling solutions provider NOV Seabox. "Such a challenge calls for game-changing... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880477/nov-seabox-introduces-game-changer?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/norway-country-report/article/1880477/nov-seabox-introduces-game-changer?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:15:00 +0000