INTSOK

The objective is to promote the Norwegian oil and gas industry’s leading edge experience, technology and expertise to key clients in international markets and provide market information to its partners. In 2009, Norway was the world’s third largest oil and gas exporter. The petroleum sector is vital for the country’s economy, representing 25 percent of the gross domestic product, more than 50 percent of export earnings and providing some 250.000 jobs, directly and indirectly.

Active Government support
INTSOK is a network-based organisation where the partners exchange experience and knowledge of market develop- ments internationally. The organisation encourages active dialogue between oil companies, technology suppliers, service companies and governments. The Norwegian Government actively supports INTSOK’s initiatives, and the activities are financed jointly by the industry and the government. The founders are:

NORWEGIAN GOVERNMENT:
– Ministry of Foreign Affairs
– Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
– Ministry of Trade and Industry

PROFESSIONAL ORGANISATIONS:
– Federation of Norwegian Industries
– Norwegian Shipowners’ Association
– The Norwegian Oil Industry Association

OIL COMPANY:
– Statoil

Growing number of partners
Norwegian oil and gas firms have made substantial moves to win business in international markets. And they have succeeded in growing their international business considerably in recent years. The increased focus on international markets has resulted in more partners joining INTSOK. Per January 2011, the number of INTSOK partner companies is 218, with their subsidiaries a total of 300 individual companies.