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Explore the India opportunity. Tech, talent and market.

Join us as we bring a broad Norwegian delegation to India – a mix of businesses, investors, academia and public actors exploring India’s potential together. Along the way we engage with leading companies, authorities, industry networks and top universities.

The historic Norway-India trade agreement (TEPA) has unlocked new doors for Norwegian businesses in the world’s fastest growing economy. Now is the time to seize the opportunities in India’s booming market and talent pool.

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What you’ll gain

Understand India now and ahead – context, trends and regional priorities

Gain access to decision-makers and door-openers – no random meetings

From insight to action – define your strategy and opportunities in India

For first-time visitors, the delegation offers a strong introduction to today’s India. For companies already active, we draw on our experience and network to fast-track your next steps. The program blends shared sessions with focused breakout tracks. Five exclusive networking lunches and dinners will connect you with people and opportunities you simply can’t access on your own.

Focus on this years NICCI delegation

Digital Technology

Be supercharged by India’s innovation ecosystem, from agile startups to global IT giants. We facilitate partnerships in procurement, innovation and market entry – with focus areas including AI, cybersecurity, SaaS and smart manufacturing.

Talent

India as a solution to Norway’s skills gap and labor shortage, from health to IT and engineering. We support recruitment to permanent positions in Norway, as well as models and best practice for establishing teams in India (GCC, EOR, BTO models). Gain the early-mover advantage by joining co-creation of seamless, reliable Norway-India talent pipelines.

Green Norwegian solutions

Mission: showcasing Norwegian technologies to our extensive network in India – spanning climate, renewable energy, circular economy, mobility to ocean tech. Norwegian innovation meets Indian scale and capital. Don´t miss our exclusive workshop to connect your solution to real projects.

Program Overview

Monday 17 November – in Chennai

Engage in two focused roundtable sessions from 12:00:
• Co-creating reliable talent pipelines
• Business Matchmaking: Tamil Nadu-Norway

We connect you with the right people – and wrap up the day with a South Indian dinner hosted by Guidance Tamil Nadu -to discuss the next steps with government, academia and industry.

Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 November – in Bengaluru:

Explore the epicenter of India´s tech ecosystem and make the best connections possible. NICCI´s program is curated around BENGALURU TECH SUMMIT with a very strong Norwegian attendance this year.

• Norway is focus country at BTS 2025 with a Norway Country session. Speaker opportunities.
• Norwegian Pavillion/lounge. Get exposure meet the right people.
• Reception hosted by Norwegian Ambassador May-Elin Stener. Connect with key stakeholders from industry and government.
• Curated introductions to India’s leading innovation and technology ecosystem. Exclusive meetings and site visit.
• Launch of the NICCI-Ideas to Impact go to market program for Norwegian startups.

Thursday 20 and Friday 21 November – in Mumbai:

We introduce you to Mumbai – India’s financial and business capital, hosting global headquarters, major investors and decision-makers. For Norwegian companies, it is the key arena to access capital, scale green and maritime solutions and connect with partners across industries in the country’s most influential business hub.

• The Success Stories Session. Real stories. Real impact. Meet the companies that dared to enter India and succeeded and the entrepreneurs who turned bold ideas into big results. Co-hosted by Trilegal and NICCI. Networking lunch.
• Networking reception hosted by the Norwegian Consul General
• Matchmaking workshop with our partner Bharat Technology & Impact Accelerator -with a clear mission: to accelerate the commercialization and scaling of technology-driven solutions that have the potential to make a significant impact. Norwegian solutions meet Indian capital and real projects. This is as concrete as it gets if you have a green solution.
• Optional South Mumbai Sightseeing Friday afternoon. Not to be missed.

Saturday 22 – in Goa

Balance leisure with reflection and strategic dialogue in Goa, India’s tropical paradise. Use this day to review insights from the delegation, exchange ideas with fellow participants and shape your next steps in India.

• High-level roundtable with Goa´s IT minister Rohan Khaunte: Explore opportunities in Goa, understand local needs and discuss how Norwegian companies can connect with actual requirements. (premium delegates)
• Business matchmaking over cocktails: With Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
• Exclusive networking dinner under the stars: Meet selected guests from government, industry, business associations and NICCI members from across India – a unique chance to build new connections in a relaxed setting.

Program conclusion. Delegates may choose to extend their stay in Goa. Optional leisure activities are available on Sunday.

Your delegation team

Trond Skundberg, CEO, NICCI

25 years of India business experience and an extensive network. Special focus on technology partnerships, recruitment and leveraging Indian high competence.

Helge Tryti, Chairman, NICCI

Former head of Innovation Norway in India, with expertise in renewable energy and the maritime sector.

Annette Holte, Board Member, NICCI and Country Manager, Kongsberg Maritime India

Based in Mumbai with 16+ years of global leadership experience. Strong background in sales, business development and digital transformation, with deep knowledge of India.

Inge Kristian Brodersen, Board Member, NICCI and Partner, Schjødt

Specialist in technology contracts, SaaS and data protection. A key resource on GDPR and data transfers outside the EEA.

Tushar Shetty, CEO Ideas to Impact Hub

Tushar brings deep expertise in India’s tech and startup ecosystem, having managed a $10M SEBI fund in B2B tech ventures and built a regional platform connecting entrepreneurs with global investors and partners.

Delegation Partners

Participation options & pricing

Participation is open to all relevant organizations by invitation.

Premium Delegate: Get the most out of the India visit! Full exposure, guaranteed introduction/speaking time in meetings + curated B2B support. Ideal for companies seeking visibility, concrete partnerships and strategic positioning in India.

Delegate: Cost-effective participation in core program activities, including key meetings, selected networking events / site visits.

Participant: Free access for NICCI company members – to selected plenary sessions and meetings.

Questions?

Send any questions you have to our email: post@nicci.no
You are also welcome to book a meeting with our team to discuss any aspects of your participation.

All delegates get access to a password protected webpage with all you need of practical info in connection with visiting India on business. Delegates also get access to a WhatsApp group for communication with other delegates.

Yes, I would like to register as a delegate for the NICCI Delegation to India, 17-21 November 2025.

NICCI members in India that is not delegates may request invitation to selected activities/meetings during the delegation at no extra cost. Send email to post@nicci.no

NICCI delegates based in Norway enjoy complimentary access to Emirates Business Class lounge in Dubai.

In partnership with NICCI, we are happy to offer all delegates Skywards Silver status (valid for 12 months), which gives you access to the following benefits:

• Business Class check-in and priority boarding
• Business Class lounge in Dubai
• 30% extra miles
• 12kg extra checked baggage

Registered NICCI delegates traveling with Emirates will be upgraded to silver.