Startups

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Do you have a unique business idea that brings something new to the market? We can help Norwegian startup companies grow by providing advisory, competence development, networking, and financial support.

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Advisory and networking services for startups

Startup advisory

You can discuss your business idea with our advisors, and get tips and advice on the process further.

Intellectual property rights

How can you protect your intangible assets? Do you need help to see how your companies intangible assets can increase revenue? We can engage in strategic discussions and give you objective advice.

Mentoring service

Do you want a personal follow-up of your company over time? The mentoring service is an offer for startup managers. We connect you with experienced business people and find a mentor that suits your business.

Startup Networks and Ecosystems

Innovation is increasingly taking place through collaboration between businesses, customers, suppliers and knowledge institutions. We help building and develop networks, and strengthen your expertise.

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Financial services for startups

Grants for market clarification

Do you have a business idea that represents something new in the market? We can provide you with grants to test if there is a market for your solution.

Grants for commercialization

After testing and confirming that there is a market for your solution, you can apply for financing to establish an economically sustainable business model and launch your solution in the market.

Innovation loans

Innovation loans can be used for commercialisation new solutions, strengthening working capital, growth and internationalisation.

Startup loans

Startup loans can be used for development and preparations for growth in the company. Together with investor capital, the loan could provide more capital to the company than a grant.

Startup companies can now receive both Grants for Market Clarification, Grants for Commercialization - phase 1, Grants for Commercialization - phase 2, and Startup Loans.

Grants for innovation contracts

Do you work with a customer on an innovative project that has international potential? Innovation contracts provide financial risk relief.

Growth Guarantee

The Growth Guarantee aims to strengthen access to bank financing for innovative or fast-growing small and medium-sized businesses.

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Courses and competence

From Idea to Market

Are you an entrepreneur and wondering how to develop a profitable business? Do you have ambitions for growth?

Our course, From Idea to Market, gives an introduction to customer-driven development and the lean startup method, helping you to refine and validate your business concept. The course also covers the range of support instruments available to entrepreneurs through Innovation Norway.

Read more and go to the calendar (norwegian only)

Market Clarification Workshop

Who is willing to pay the right price for your product, and where are these customers? Do many need your solution so that you can build a profitable business? We help you with important market clarifications.

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Scaling programmes

Our programmes are designed for ambitious companies ready to grow beyond their home market. Through hands-on support, international mentors and access to key networks, you will sharpen your business model, strengthen your value proposition and build the capabilities needed to compete globally. The programmes combine practical training, one-to-one guidance and market insight to help you accelerate growth and turn potential into measurable results.

Read more about each programme (norwegian only)