India boasts one of the world’s largest higher education systems, consistently producing a wide spectrum of top-tier talent, from world-class technical experts and innovators to future business leaders. Understanding this massive, dynamic ecosystem is essential for Norwegian universities and companies aiming for successful international engagement.
This year’s program highlights tech, talent and market opportunities. Be inspired and make connections via our unique meetings with successful entrepreneurs, conglomerates, senters of excellence, elite universities, government.
First-hand, on-the-ground insight. Erik Solheim has travelled across India more than most. His keynote will be packed with current examples of where momentum is building, which regions are moving fastest and how Norwegian partners can engage now.
On 1 October 2025 the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and EFTA (including Norway) comes into force. It’s a once-in-a-generation trade deal with USD 100 billion in investments flowing into India over the next 15 years and new opportunities opening for Norwegian exporters, investors and service providers. The train is leaving the station – and first movers will...
Norway’s need for skilled professionals is growing – in engineering, IT, health and beyond. At the same time, India offers one of the world’s largest English-speaking talent pools, with global experience and a proven track record in hybrid and remote work.
Explore India@Nor-Shipping! NICCI is present at Nor-Shipping and encourages all members, partners, and stakeholders to take advantage of this unique opportunity:
21. May 2025 | Stavanger, Norway Practical NICCI roundtable session for companies with ambitions to enter the Indian market. Get hands-on advice on market entry, company setup, partners and business culture. Learn from Norwegian companies already in India.
27. – 28. May 2025 | Grimstad, Norway NICCI is proud to be a partner for the India-Norway higher education summit 2025, hosted by the University of Agder in the beautiful summer town of Grimstad. This two-day summit brings together universities, research institutions, policymakers and businesses from both Norway and India to explore opportunities for...
On April 30, NICCI organized a closed-door roundtable in Oslo, that brought together senior representatives from leading Indian and Norwegian business and industry stakeholders. The event was part of the official program of the business delegation following the Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal.
Thank you all for being part of our NICCI member meeting yesterday 24 April. With 30 engaged members in the room, the event demonstrated strong engagement from everyone present. A big thank-you to our corporate member CMS Kluge for hosting us at their beautiful offices at Aker Brygge. Thanks to our main guest Henrik Chetan...
