Orkla Group
Orkla Group is a leading Norwegian industrial conglomerate that produces and markets a broad portfolio of branded consumer goods, including food, snacks, and personal care products. The company operates primarily across the Nordic region, the Baltics, and parts of Central Europe, serving both retail and out-of-home markets.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Norway
HQ City
Oslo
Founded
1904
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Oslo Stock Exchange
Tax Domicile
NO
Ultimate Parent
Orkla ASA
Data Hosting
NO
AI Trains on User Data
false
GDPR Status
Compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
Reports via sustainability reports and Supplier Code of Conduct
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
RSPO, ISO 14001, FSC
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1654
Company founding
Orkla was originally established as a mining company, Orkla Grube-Aktiebolag.
2013
Strategic pivot
The company fully transitioned into a branded consumer goods company after selling its remaining industrial assets.