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Welcome to
Commercial space 2023

Published 21.09.2023

Are you interested in commercial property east of Agder? We offer professional updates, light meals and pleasant mingling with industry professionals.


Thecommercial space is a collaboration between Næringsmegleren, DNB, KPMG, The Event,
Arendal Business Association and Polaris Media.

We are repeating the success from last year! We have put together an exciting half-day conference. Welcome to Kystveien 18 (MacGregor building, 1st floor) Thursday, October 26th at 2:00 PM - approx. 5:30 PM .  

Sign up here!

What is happening to the canals in Arendal? Over 150 years ago, Arendal was called the Venice of the North because of its canals. The canal company has been working for almost 30 years to dig up the canals that were filled in. What is the status and what will this do for the business community? Lars Peder Fensli CFO of Arendal Fossekompani and Cecilie Helberg Chairwoman of the Canal Company, visit the Industrial Area.

Sustainability reporting requirements in a local real estate market – does it also provide any business opportunities? Focus on sustainability has become increasingly relevant and urgent in light of the growing awareness of environmental and social responsibility. Marit Sæther, head of KMPG Advisory in Sørlandet, takes a closer look at this in light of profitability.

How to avoid unnecessary liquidity for taxes and fees? Lars Egill Olavesen is a partner at KPMG with experience from auditing and operating national and international real estate companies.

Commercial property in eastern Agder – a market in strong growth . The establishment of Næringsmegleren's office in Arendal has proven to be a good investment in an expansive market. Managing Director Morten Venemyr and Senior Partner Jens Helge Hodne update us on recent statistics and future prospects for commercial properties in the region.   

From project development to product development . Lars Eirik Ulseth from Parellelo talks about how smart AI tools and cutting-edge expertise can take our industry two steps into the future and make things better. The algorithms in the parameter tool find more saleable area in large projects and draw this out automatically.

Economic outlook . Most people are feeling price increases, and in response, Norges Bank is raising interest rates. How far will interest rates rise, and how long will the current interest rate cold last? Morten Haraldsen from DNB Markets Sørlandet gives us fresh economic insights. 

What does it take to get financing these days? Eivind Torgersen from DNB Arendal gives us professional advice on, among other things, obtaining financing in difficult times.

The event costs 290,- and we ask that you register by October 20th ! Register here!