Industry code 46 · Oslo
Wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo
There are 4,749 active companies in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo. 169 of them were registered in the last 12 months. Together they have at least 34,987 registered employees. The largest company is Optimera AS with 2,613 employees. The oldest, Saint-Gobain Abrasives AS, was founded in 1898. 76% are limited companies.
- Active companies
- 4,749
- New in the last 12 months
- 169
- Registered employees
- ≥ 34,987
- Share of limited companies
- 76 %
The largest companies in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo
Sorted by number of employees. Figures are from the Register of Legal Entities and the Register of Company Accounts.
| # | Company | Org. no. | Employees | Revenue | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Optimera AS | 967013056 | 2,613 | NOK 11.2 bn | 1993 |
| 2 | Coop Norge SA | 936560288 | 2,383 | NOK 69.2 bn | 1906 |
| 3 | Atea AS | 976239997 | 1,866 | NOK 9.5 bn | 1996 |
| 4 | Sykehusapotekene HF | 992281618 | 1,219 | NOK 5.6 bn | 2007 |
| 5 | Ahlsell Norge AS | 910478656 | 1,209 | NOK 8.3 bn | 1986 |
| 6 | Brødrene Dahl A/S | 945757280 | 901 | NOK 7.1 bn | 1987 |
| 7 | Mestergruppen Byggevare AS | 997166221 | 649 | NOK 8.8 bn | 2011 |
| 8 | Meko Norway AS | 935682525 | 550 | NOK 2.1 bn | 1984 |
| 9 | Bama Gruppen AS | 914224314 | 506 | NOK 26 bn | 1914 |
| 10 | Asko Oslo AS | 982081998 | 461 | NOK 14.9 bn | 2000 |
| 11 | Bare Frukt & Grønt AS | 995518023 | 448 | NOK 6.1 bn | 2010 |
| 12 | Harald A Møller AS | 943733988 | 382 | NOK 25 bn | 1936 |
| 13 | Elkjøp Nordic AS | 911382296 | 377 | NOK 43.5 bn | 1962 |
| 14 | Bama Storkjøkken AS | 995518333 | 349 | NOK 2.4 bn | 2010 |
| 15 | Motek AS | 920295932 | 340 | NOK 1.2 bn | 1961 |
| 16 | Helly Hansen AS | 912359999 | 306 | NOK 3.9 bn | 1970 |
| 17 | Schneider Electric Norge AS | 916247389 | 292 | NOK 2.6 bn | 1977 |
| 18 | Ventistål AS | 876859122 | 255 | NOK 1.5 bn | 1996 |
| 19 | Canon Norge AS | 914664292 | 245 | NOK 1 bn | 1967 |
| 20 | Storcash Norge AS | 930258008 | 237 | NOK 2.1 bn | 1963 |
| 21 | Circle K Norge AS | 914766451 | 224 | NOK 13.4 bn | 1920 |
| 22 | Orkla Health AS | 986519904 | 199 | NOK 2 bn | 2004 |
| 23 | Tess Øst AS | 916939787 | 197 | NOK 835.6 m | 2016 |
| 24 | Flisekompaniet AS | 929969332 | 192 | NOK 610.5 m | 1979 |
| 25 | Malorama AS | 988950475 | 190 | NOK 2.4 bn | 2005 |
Newest companies in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo
- Beerski AS Konkursbo5 Nov 2026
- Minihus Modul AS Konkursbo3 Nov 2026
- Nasan Invest AS Konkursbo30 Oct 2026
- Christiania Sport H.s AS29 Oct 2026
- Cryovac Norway AS Tvangsavviklingsbo22 Oct 2026
- Saturnus AS22 Oct 2026
- Eurosweet AS22 Oct 2026
- Planteboden AS Konkursbo21 Oct 2026
- Norway Seafood Gulf AS20 Oct 2026
- King Kong Company AS Konkursbo20 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions
How many companies in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles are there in Oslo?
The Register of Legal Entities lists 4,749 active companies in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo. 169 of them were registered in the last 12 months.
Which is the largest company in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo?
Optimera AS is the largest by number of employees, with 2,613 employees. The organisation number is 967013056.
How many people work in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo?
The companies have at least 34,987 registered employees in total. The figures are based on employee counts in the Register of Legal Entities, and 25 of the 25 largest companies have reported employees.
How long have there been companies in wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles in Oslo?
The oldest active company, Saint-Gobain Abrasives AS, was founded in 1898. 76% of the companies are limited companies.
Sub-industries in Oslo
- 46.4 Wholesale of household goods (1,447)
- 46.3 Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco (1,057)
- 46.6 Wholesale of other machinery, equipment and supplies (574)
- 46.1 Wholesale on a fee or contract basis (502)
- 46.8 Other specialised wholesale (490)
- 46.5 Wholesale of information and communication equipment (339)
- 46.9 Non-specialised wholesale trade (221)
- 46.7 Other specialised wholesale (93)
Source: the Register of Legal Entities and the Register of Company Accounts. The overview shows active companies registered in the municipality with industry code 46. Figures are updated continuously.