Summary
- Profile Type
- Business Offer
- POD Reference
- BONO20251202009
- Term of Validity
- 2 December 2025 - 2 December 2026
- Company's Country
- Norway
- Type of partnership
- Outsourcing agreement
- Commercial agreement
- Supplier agreement
- Targeted Countries
- All countries
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General information
- Short Summary
- A Norwegian full-service market entry and distribution partner helping international companies enter and grow in Norway. They offer import, sales, promotion, and nationwide distribution services across retail, e-commerce, and B2B channels. They seek long-term collaborations with suppliers looking for a reliable and proactive partner in the Nordic market.
- Full Description
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Trade & Distribution AS is a Norwegian company specialising in market entry facilitation, sales development and nationwide distribution services for international suppliers seeking to establish or expand their presence in Norway. The company provides comprehensive support throughout the commercial value chain, including import procedures, logistics coordination, sales representation, brand development and long-term customer management.
Trade & Distribution AS forms part of Consivo, a Scandinavian group offering distribution and market expansion capabilities across the Nordic region.
The company assists foreign manufacturers and brand owners that require a local partner to access the Norwegian market without establishing their own subsidiary. Its service portfolio comprises market assessments, regulatory guidance, handling of import and customs procedures, warehousing, national distribution, account management, marketing support and after-sales coordination. These services contribute to reducing market-entry barriers, minimising operational risks and ensuring predictable cost structures for cooperation partners.
Trade & Distribution AS has experience supporting product introductions across multiple sectors, including retail, e-commerce, B2B and specialised distribution channels. The company maintains close cooperation with buyers, category managers, wholesalers and retailers, aiming to ensure appropriate market positioning, visibility and sustainable sales performance.
Depending on the needs of the partner, Trade & Distribution AS can act as an exclusive distributor, commercial agent, importer of record or in a hybrid role. The company emphasises transparent reporting, structured communication and proactive follow-up as part of its operational approach.
The company seeks collaboration with international manufacturers and brand owners interested in:
• A local partner for import, distribution and sales activities
• Expansion into the Norwegian or wider Nordic market
• Long-term cooperation based on clearly defined growth objectives
• Representation by an organisation with established market knowledge
• Support in approaching new customer segments or retail channels
The business model is scalable and adaptable, making it suitable for both established brands and companies entering the Norwegian market for the first time. Trade & Distribution AS aims to establish partnerships characterised by mutual benefit, operational clarity and long-term commercial potential.
The company welcomes contact from international suppliers seeking representation and distribution support in the Norwegian market. - Advantages and Innovations
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Trade & Distribution AS offers a structured and comprehensive approach to market entry and distribution in Norway, providing foreign suppliers with a single point of contact for commercial, logistical and regulatory processes. The company’s main advantage lies in its ability to integrate multiple functions — import handling, compliance, warehousing, distribution, sales representation and market follow-up — into one coordinated service. This reduces complexity, accelerates time-to-market and lowers operational risk for cooperation partners.
As part of the Consivo group, the company also benefits from Nordic-wide competence, shared best practices and access to an extended distribution and market development network. This enables scalable solutions for suppliers with broader regional ambitions.
Trade & Distribution AS distinguishes itself through its flexible operating model, allowing cooperation as a distributor, commercial agent, importer of record or through hybrid arrangements. This adaptability ensures that collaboration can be tailored to the partner’s organisational structure, product type and strategic objectives.
The company’s experience with product introduction, brand localisation and multi-channel sales development represents a further advantage, particularly for suppliers unfamiliar with Norwegian market characteristics, regulatory requirements and retail structures. Its established relationships with retailers, category managers and wholesalers facilitate effective access to relevant sales channels. Transparency, structured reporting and proactive communication form part of the operational approach, enabling predictable management and clear oversight for partners operating remotely. - Stage of Development
- Already on the market
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- IPR status
- No IPR applied
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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Trade & Distribution AS is seeking cooperation with international manufacturers, brand owners and suppliers interested in entering or strengthening their presence in the Norwegian market. The ideal partner is an organisation looking for a long-term commercial relationship with a local entity capable of managing distribution, sales activities and operational processes on their behalf.
The partner should be prepared to provide the necessary product documentation, technical information, certifications, marketing materials and regulatory compliance data relevant to the Norwegian and European markets. The partner is expected to ensure that all products comply with applicable legal, safety and quality standards and to maintain consistent product availability and supply reliability.
Depending on the chosen cooperation model (exclusive distribution, commercial agency, importer of record or hybrid), the partner will be responsible for setting pricing frameworks, defining commercial objectives and providing clear guidance on brand positioning and strategic priorities. The partner should also be willing to collaborate on joint assessments of market potential, target segments, competitive landscape and long-term development goals.
The partner is expected to maintain transparent communication regarding production capacity, product updates, lead times, forecasting, and any factors that may influence market operations. A structured and predictable supply chain is essential for effective distribution and market development in Norway.
Trade & Distribution AS seeks partners who value:
• Long-term collaboration based on shared commercial objectives
• A structured and predictable flow of information
• Compliance with regulatory requirements relevant to their product category
• A clear commitment to product quality and reliable supply
• A readiness to support local sales and marketing activities with relevant materials
Partners should be prepared to engage in regular dialogue to monitor progress, evaluate market developments and adjust strategies when necessary. While Trade & Distribution AS manages local sales, distribution and operational activities, the partner’s involvement in strategic decision-making, product information support and supply chain coordination remains essential.
The partnership is expected to be based on mutual benefit, operational transparency and a shared interest in sustainable market development. Trade & Distribution AS welcomes contact from international suppliers of consumer goods, professional products or specialised solutions that seek representation and structured market development in Norway. - Type and Size of Partner
- Big company
- SME 11-49
- SME 50 - 249
- Type of partnership
- Outsourcing agreement
- Commercial agreement
- Supplier agreement
Dissemination
- Market keywords
- 09003005 - Consulting services
- 07004002 - Health and beauty aids
- 09003004 - Distributors, imports and wholesalers
- 07006 - Other Consumer Related (not elsewhere classified)
- Targeted countries
- All countries