Orkla ASA
Orkla ASA
Orkla ASA is a Norwegian conglomerate operating in the fields of consumer goods, aluminium solutions, investments, and financial investment assets. The company's headquarters are located in Oslo, Norway.
History[edit | edit source]
Orkla ASA was founded in 1654 as a mining company, Orkla Grube-Aktiebolag. Over the centuries, it has evolved into a leading supplier of branded consumer goods to the grocery, out-of-home, specialized retail, pharmacy, and bakery sectors.
Business Areas[edit | edit source]
Orkla ASA operates in several business areas, each with its own unique focus and product range.
Orkla Foods[edit | edit source]
Orkla Foods offers well-known local branded products in a variety of categories, including frozen pizza, ketchup, soups, sauces, bread toppings, and ready-to-eat meals.
Orkla Confectionery & Snacks[edit | edit source]
Orkla Confectionery & Snacks delivers products in categories such as chocolate, biscuits, and snacks. Some of its popular brands include KiMs, Nidar, and Sætre.
Orkla Care[edit | edit source]
Orkla Care provides health and wellbeing products, including skincare, wound care, and nutritional supplements.
Orkla Food Ingredients[edit | edit source]
Orkla Food Ingredients is a leading supplier of bakery ingredients in the Nordic and Baltic regions, with a growing presence in selected countries in Europe.
Financial Performance[edit | edit source]
Orkla ASA has consistently delivered strong financial performance, with steady growth in revenues and profits over the years. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
Corporate Social Responsibility[edit | edit source]
Orkla ASA is committed to sustainable business practices and aims to reduce its environmental impact. The company is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Official website of Orkla ASA
- Oslo Stock Exchange
- United Nations Global Compact
External Links[edit | edit source]
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