Jotun is among the world's largest manufacturers of paints and coating products. The company has a global presence in more than 100 countries, notably in East Asia, the Middle East, and Scandinavia. With a diverse production model headquartered in Norway, it is known for its decorative paints, protective marine coatings, and powder coatings. Jotun is committed to an organic growth strategy, aiming to explore new global markets. Orkla ASA is currently the largest shareholder.
NorgesGruppen is a Norwegian grocery retail and wholesaling group which traces its origins back to 1866, when wholesaling company Joh. Johannson was established. The company is the market leader in grocery retail in Norway. It has stores in nine out of 10 municipalities. Its five grocery store chains are independent businesses which compete with each other. NorgesGruppen also runs delicatessens, bakeries, coffee shops, and a fast-food chain. The Johannson family controls the company, with a majority of the shares and votes.
