{"id":22564,"date":"2025-02-17T15:26:07","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T14:26:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wiersholm.no\/en\/?post_type=competence&p=22564"},"modified":"2026-04-09T15:02:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:02:25","slug":"industry","status":"publish","type":"competence","link":"https:\/\/wiersholm.no\/en\/expertise\/industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The industrial and manufacturing sector faces ever-evolving global challenges. Our lawyers provide tailored legal advice to help clients navigate these complex dynamics, with expertise spanning from traditional manufacturing to advanced infrastructure development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Wiersholm has a really strong team, both on the partner side and among associates. They can handle large and complex projects and always deliver great quality and client service.<\/p>Legal 500<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The sector encompasses a wide range of industries, including traditional manufacturing, construction, fisheries and aquaculture, forestry, and infrastructure development. Its growth has been pivotal in driving the transition to a modern global society. Fueled by global trade, reduced transportation costs, and technological advancements in manufacturing, the industry is now one of the most competitive business areas. In an increasingly globalised market, companies need a legal and strategic partner that combines industry knowledge with innovative solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wiersholm assists industrial clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Our team offers guidance on optimising supply chains, managing international trade agreements, and developing sustainable practices to comply with environmental laws and safety standards. We also focus on protecting intellectual property rights related to technological innovation and provide advice on tax rules, including transfer pricing, to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, we provide strategic advice on mergers and acquisitions and assist with corporate law issues such as ownership structuring and corporate governance. For listed companies, we offer advice on compliance with stock exchange rules and reporting requirements. Our deep understanding of both national and international markets makes us a valuable partner for industrial companies seeking growth and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\t\t
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Contract law: handling of contract law issues related to manufacturing and construction contracts<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t
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Structural changes: advice relating to structural changes, including acquisitions, mergers and demergers<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t
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Ownership structuring: assistance relating to ownership structuring and the preparation of cooperation agreements<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t
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Public law matters: advice relating to government relations and public law matters, including administrative law and procurement law<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t
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Financial support programs: advice relating to financial support programs and incentives<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t
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Tax advice: advice relating to tax rules and transfer pricing<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t
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Dispute resolution: assistance in connection with proceedings and arbitral processes<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Key Contacts<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Kai Th\u00f8gersen<\/h3>\n\t

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Sverre Sandvik<\/h3>\n\t

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Hans Erik Johnsen<\/h3>\n\t

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