Exporting to Norway

Introduction

Guide

Norway is part of the Nordic and Baltic region and is the fourth largest country in Europe. It is a sophisticated and established market, having a long and trusted trading relationship with the UK.

Norway was the 20th largest export market for Northern Ireland (0.7% of Northern Ireland exports) and the 40th largest import market for Northern Ireland (0.2% of Northern Ireland imports) for goods in 2024.

The top exports from Northern Ireland to Norway in 2024 were:

  • Mineral fuels (£41.3m)
  • Machinery & transport equipment (£22.8m)
  • Chemicals & related products (£5.0m)
  • Miscellaneous manufactured articles (£1.8m)
  • Beverages & tobacco (£1.6m)
  • Manufactured goods classified chiefly by material (£1.4m)
  • Food & live animals (£1.4m)
  • Animal & vegetable oils (£26k)
  • Crude materials (£8k)

This guide highlights the advantages and challenges of exporting to Norway, the sectoral opportunities in Norway and the support available for exporting to Norway.