Industry

Construction, Plants and Infrastructure

Construction, plants and infrastructure is a diverse industry that includes construction techniques on land and offshore. The construction industry ranges from small houses to major industrial buildings. The industry also includes small and large structures on land and offshore, such as oil-related structures and wind turbine structures. Other areas within the construction industry include hydro-electric power structures, such as dam constructions, dam shutters and hydroelectric turbines. Highway bridges, railway bridges, and footbridges as well as constructions related to roads, lakes, sewerage etc. are also included.

Transport

The transport industry involves transport of people and goods. Logistics is essential for ensuring efficient transport. Transportation primarily uses aircraft, trains, trailers/trucks and ships. Important products for transport include fish, timber, oil/gas and cargo.

Chemical Industry and Process Chemistry

The chemical industry is an important sector in Norwegian industry. The chemical industry uses various chemical processes, to produce a range of products from raw materials or intermediates. Process chemistry represents a large part of the assets created in Norway, and includes oil and gas extraction, wood processing, metallurgy and petrochemicals and the pharmaceutical industry.

Industry and Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering includes the construction and production of structural components and equipment for use in products such as cars, planes and ships. It also includes the operation and maintenance of industrial manufacturing processes. Automation of mechanical engineering devices is becoming increasingly important.

Metallurgy

The metallurgical industry is a process industry which manufactures products such as aluminium, steel, iron and iron alloys. The metallurgical industry involves the extraction and refining of metals and alloys using electrical energy.

Mechanical Industry

The mechanical industry is largely made up of processing companies. Production costs are kept down and quality increased by the use of automation and robotization in the industry. The mechanical industry produces technical equipment and machinery, and offshore-related businesses are important clients.

Paper and Textile

The paper industry produces products such as cellulose, paper and cardboard. Paper can be divided into three main groups: Print/printing paper, packaging and hygiene/household paper. In general, the paper industry is a power-intensive process industry that uses large facilities. The textile industry involves industrial production of products such as wire, yarn, fabrics and clothing.

Automotive

The automotive industry includes subcontractors to the automotive industry, which supply items such as vehicle body parts, electronic equipment, and mechanical components.

Industry Players

There is a range of different players within this industry. The construction industry (onshore and offshore) is dominated by a few large players, but also by a larger number of smaller players. The major players tend to use external subcontractors. In the construction industry, building assignments are generally put out to tender, and it is crucial that the players have products and solutions that are competitive with regard to price, quality, and so on.

Why are intellectual property rights important?

Research and development of new, competitive products and solutions are crucial for a company’s success and survival. It is therefore vital to have a considered IP strategy so that intellectual property assets and rights are both developed and protected. Intellectual property rights confer a competitive advantage, and as a rule prevent others from exploiting protected products and solutions. Intellectual property rights can also be licensed to others, which can lead to a significant source of revenue.

How can we help?

Bryn Aarflot AS offers specialist professional expertise within the field of industry. We have experienced patent attorneys and attorneys at law with the necessary competence to assist you in the process right from the ideas stage. Our attorneys can act as «sparring partners», which is especially important in the initial phase of the process. We can also help with strategic advice and the process of securing intellectual property rights at home and abroad. We assist with the monitoring and enforcement of our clients ‘ IP rights, including taking the necessary legal steps in case of infringement of intellectual property rights. We have extensive experience of commercial agreements and licensing.