# The 30 largest companies in Kristiansand

Tamtam tracks 30 companies headquartered in Kristiansand. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by University of Agder (UiA), Kristiansand kommune and Sørlandet sykehus HF. Their median headcount is 162. Half of them were founded in 2005 or later.

The companies in Kristiansand represent a mix of public sector institutions, established industrial players, and service providers. Key organizations include the University of Agder (UiA), offering education and research, and Kristiansand kommune, a municipal administration serving 110,000 residents. Sørlandet sykehus HF provides specialist health services, while OneCo focuses on civil engineering and infrastructure. MHWirth is a global provider of offshore drilling solutions, and Glencore Nikkelverk AS produces nickel, cobalt, and copper.

Several companies in the list are involved in public services and infrastructure. Notably, there is a strong presence of organizations providing higher education and healthcare, alongside government administration at both municipal and regional levels. The industrial sector is also represented, particularly in offshore and mining activities.

🇳🇴 Kristiansand · 30 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [University of Agder (UiA)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-agder-uia) (uia.no)<br>Education and research across multiple disciplines including economics, law, technology, arts, humanities, social sciences, health, and teacher training. | Higher Education | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 2,347 | 1994 |
| 2 | [Kristiansand kommune](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kristiansand-kommune) (kristiansand.kommune.no)<br>A diverse municipality with 110,000 residents, serving as Agder's top employer with 9000 employees working in various service areas | Government Administration | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 2,319 | 1641 |
| 3 | [Sørlandet sykehus HF](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sorlandet-sykehus-hf) (sshf.no)<br>A healthcare organization in the southern region of Norway, providing specialist health services to residents and offering regional and national functions | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 2,025 | 2001 |
| 4 | [OneCo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/oneco) (oneco.no)<br>A skill-based company providing safe infrastructure for the green shift, digitalization, and future mobility with close to 3000 employees in Norway and Sweden | Civil Engineering | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 1,262 | 2011 |
| 5 | [Sea1 Offshore](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sea1-offshore) (sea1offshore.com)<br>The company provides offshore vessel operations and management with an emphasis on safety, environmental sustainability, and technical advancements globally | Oil and Gas | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 1,002 | 2005 |
| 6 | [Agder fylkeskommune](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agder-fylkeskommune) (agderfk.no)<br>A regional government organization in Agder focusing on education, transportation, culture, and health for sustainable development with 3,000 employees | Government Administration | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 616 | 2020 |
| 7 | [MHWirth](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mhwirth) (hmhw.com)<br>A global provider of offshore drilling solutions, committed to safety, efficiency, and reliability, with a century-old legacy and a strong global presence | Oil and Gas | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 609 | 1895 |
| 8 | [Noroff](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/noroff) (noroff.no)<br>This education provider offers diverse programs in digital forensics, interactive media, visual effects, development, design, and IT through campus and online studies Apply now | Higher Education | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 539 |  |
| 9 | [Å Energi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/a-energi) (aenergi.no)<br>A renewable energy enterprise in Norway aiming to increase clean energy production, deliver efficiently, and develop new market products and services | Renewable Energy Power Generation | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 378 |  |
| 10 | [Sparebanken Sør](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sparebanken-sor) (sor.no)<br>A leading financial institution in Agder and parts of Telemark, formed by a merger, with a strong historical presence and 40 offices | Banking | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 220 |  |
| 11 | [Nye Veier AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nye-veier-as) (nyeveier.no)<br>They plan, build, operate, and maintain safe main roads connecting Norway internally and internationally, as a fully state-owned company | Construction | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 184 | 2016 |
| 12 | [Unifon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unifon) (unifon.no)<br>A modern telecommunications company providing cost-effective mobile plans and tailored phone systems to businesses nationwide | Telecommunications | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 183 |  |
| 13 | [Glencore Nikkelverk AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/glencore-nikkelverk-as) (nikkelverk.no)<br>A high-quality nickel, cobalt, and copper producer located in Kristiansand, Norway, part of the global Glencore group Operates sustainably with a focus on technological development | Mining | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 176 | 1910 |
| 14 | [Hennig-Olsen Is](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hennig-olsen-is) (hennig-olsen.no)<br>A family-owned ice cream manufacturer with a tradition of using real ingredients and diverse workforce, focused on continuous improvement and employee satisfaction | Food and Beverage Services | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 172 | 1924 |
| 15 | [Stormberg AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stormberg-as) (stormberg.com)<br>A leading Norwegian outdoor brand promoting social responsibility, sustainable practices, and affordable, functional outdoor clothing for families to enjoy nature together | Sporting Goods Manufacturing | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 162 | 1998 |
| 16 | [AN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/an) (amiral.no)<br>A Kristiansand based company specializing in wholesale trading worldwide, offering high-quality goods at fair prices, and using recyclable packaging materials | Wholesale | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 159 | 2019 |
| 17 | [Advantek Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/advantek-group) (advantekgroup.com)<br>A consortium of innovative technology companies providing cutting-edge solutions in Digitalization, Engineering, and Project Management across various industries with a focus on people, unity, and culture | Business Consulting and Services | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 135 | 2017 |
| 18 | [Kilden Teater- og Konserthus for Sørlandet](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kilden-teater-og-konserthus-for-sorlandet) (kilden.com)<br>A leading cultural institution in Kristiansand, Norway, uniting symphony orchestra, theater, opera, and cultural events under one roof for a unique artistic experience | Entertainment Providers | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 131 | 2012 |
| 19 | [Hotel Express International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hotel-express-international) (hotelexpressonline.com)<br>A global hotel discount club founded in 1987, offering up to 50% off hotel rates worldwide through a membership card and partnerships with B2B partners | Hospitality | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 114 | 1987 |
| 20 | [Orbyt AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orbyt-as) (orbyt.tech)<br>Provider of digital onboarding, invoicing, payments, and distribution services focused on optimizing and innovating multi-channel solutions across Europe. | Software Development | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 64 | 2009 |
| 21 | [Norwegian Seafood Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/norwegian-seafood-group) (norwegianseafood.com)<br>A seafood company with a global perspective, focusing on aquaculture, processing, and international sales to bring fantastic seafood to the world | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 63 | 1986 |
| 22 | [Vest-Agder-museet IKS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vest-agder-museet-iks) (vestagdermuseet.no)<br>Consolidated museum owned by 15 municipalities and county in Vest-Agder Operating 11 sites with a vision of innovation and development in modern museum practices | Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 60 | 2006 |
| 23 | [SPENN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/spenn) (spenn.com)<br>SPENN Technology bridges crypto and traditional finance to provide a real-time payment system for managing savings, payments, investments, and loans securely | Financial Services | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 56 | 2015 |
| 24 | [Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/radisson-blu-caledonien-hotel) (radissonhotels.com)<br>A modern design hotel in Kristiansand with stunning sea views, offering comfortable rooms, delicious cocktails at a rooftop bar, and local, seasonal food at their restaurant | Hospitality | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 45 |  |
| 25 | [Berry Superfos Packaging Solutions](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/berry-superfos-packaging-solutions) (rpc-bebo.com)<br>The company specializes in producing food packaging that is fully recyclable, contributing to environmental sustainability | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 42 | 1993 |
| 26 | [Mat og Uteliv](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mat-og-uteliv) (mat-uteliv.no)<br>This company operates 12 unique restaurants in Kristiansand, each with a central location in the city, offering a variety of dining experiences | Restaurants | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 28 | 2000 |
| 27 | [Cemo AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cemo-as) (cemo.no)<br>A modern production company specializing in spice blends, specialty coffee, and exotic tea blends, offering custom blends and gift sets for kitchen and gift shops | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 20 | 2007 |
| 28 | [Lumarine AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lumarine-as) (lumarine.no)<br>Aquaculture company specializing in lumpfish and cod production, with modern facilities focused on sustainable growth and partnership agreements for future development | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 19 | 2015 |
| 29 | [Vekstra Sør AS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vekstra-sor-as)<br>A rapidly growing accounting firm in Southern Norway offering tailored financial solutions, guidance, and valuable services to create success stories for clients | Accounting | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 16 | 1988 |
| 30 | [Ripple Aerospace](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ripple-aerospace) (rippleaerospace.com)<br>A logistics company revolutionizing space industry with Earth-space shipping, developing oceanic launch system, aiming for responsive, reusable rocket system | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇳🇴 Kristiansand | 2 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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