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The Bar Industry in Moss: An Analytical Article
A detailed analysis of companies, statistics, and outlooks for entrepreneurs and local decision-makers in Moss municipality
Economic Overview
In Moss, the bar industry has experienced both growth and decline in recent years. According to 2025 data, branch_sales_yoy shows that sales in the bar industry in the municipality stand at NOK 6.5 million, which is a significant decline of 58.8% compared to 2024. This is one of the most pronounced declines in the entire series, and it may be attributed to several factors such as economic pressures, bankruptcies in several businesses, and changes in consumer behavior.
Regarding the number of employees, branch_employees_yoy shows that there are 80 employees in the bar industry in Moss in 2026, which is a decline of 9.1% from 2025. This indicates that the industry has been affected by both a decline in the number of businesses and a reduction in the number of employees per business.
It is also worth noting that there has been some variation in sales over time. For example, the industry experienced a growth of 40.8% from 2018 to 2019, but then a decline of 33.5% from 2019 to 2020. This shows that the industry has been affected by variations in economic conditions and crises that have influenced consumer behavior.
Overall, the bar industry in Moss has been affected by both economic and structural challenges, which have led to a decline in both sales and the number of employees in recent years.
Companies in the Industry
In Moss, 13 companies are registered in the bar industry, according to branch_companies. These companies have different organizational forms, and most are registered as AS (Share Company). Some companies have also been registered as DA (Subsidiary Company) or KBO (Bankruptcy Estate). There are also several companies that have been registered as bankruptcy estates, showing that the industry has been affected by bankruptcies and economic challenges.
Below is an overview of some of the most well-known companies in the bar industry in Moss:
| Name | Address | Number of Employees | Organizational Form | Sales (NOK) | EBITDA (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Pub As | Kronprinsens gate 6, Moss | 31 | AS | 10.6M | 427.0K |
| Lageret Pub As | Stasjonsveien 1, Rygge | 18 | AS | 1.3M | 119.0K |
| Rangur Madur As | Kongens gate 24, Moss | 15 | AS | 6.7M | 450.0K |
| Evita Kafedrift As | Lilleengveien 8, Moss | 7 | AS | 358.0K | 36.0K |
| Banzai Da | Prinsens gate 2, Moss | 0 | DA | 0 | 0 |
There are also several companies that have been registered as bankruptcy estates, such as Ille As, Taboo As, Tiger Nattklubb As, and Tiki Bar As. These companies have been affected by economic challenges and are no longer in operation.
It is also worth noting that there is some variation in sales and EBITDA between the different companies. For example, Queens Pub As has higher sales and EBITDA compared to Evita Kafedrift As. This shows that there is some variation in business models and operational results in the bar industry in Moss.
Business Geography
The bar industry in Moss is distributed across several locations in the municipality, with particularly active activity in Moss and Rygge. According to branch_cities, Moss has 3 companies and 53 employees, while Rygge has 1 company and 18 employees. This shows that there is greater activity in Moss compared to Rygge.
Below is an overview of the distribution of companies and employees in the different locations in the municipality:
| Location | Number of Companies | Number of Employees | Sales (NOK) | EBITDA (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss | 3 | 53 | 17.7M | 913.0K |
| Rygge | 1 | 18 | 1.3M | 119.0K |
It is also worth noting that there is some variation in sales and EBITDA between the different locations. For example, Moss has higher sales and EBITDA compared to Rygge. This shows that there is some variation in business models and operational results in the bar industry in Moss.
It is also worth noting that there are more companies in Moss compared to Rygge, showing that there is greater activity in Moss. This may be due to Moss being a larger town compared to Rygge, and there being more opportunities for business operations in Moss.
Business Dynamics
The bar industry in Moss has been affected by several bankruptcies and economic challenges in recent years. According to branch_bankrupt_companies, there have been 4 companies registered as bankruptcy estates in the bar industry in Moss. This shows that the industry has been affected by economic challenges and that there has been a certain degree of bankruptcy in the industry.
Below is an overview of the bankruptcy estates registered in the bar industry in Moss:
| Name | Address | Number of Employees | Sales (NOK) | EBITDA (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ille As | Henrich Gerners gate 10A, Moss | 0 | 3.4M | -75.0K |
| Taboo As | Ibsens gate 2, Moss | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tiger Nattklubb As | Dronningens gate 17, Moss | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tiki Bar As | Kronprinsens gate 6, Moss | 0 | 0 | 0 |
It is also worth noting that there is some variation in sales and EBITDA between the different companies. For example, Ille As has higher sales compared to Taboo As, Tiger Nattklubb As, and Tiki Bar As. This shows that there is some variation in business models and operational results in the bar industry in Moss.
It is also worth noting that there are more companies registered as bankruptcy estates compared to companies that are still in operation. This shows that the industry has been affected by economic challenges and that there has been a certain degree of bankruptcy in the industry.
Outlook
For entrepreneurs considering starting a bar in Moss, data from branch_sales_yoy and branch_employees_yoy shows that the industry has been affected by both economic and structural challenges in recent years. This shows that there is a certain degree of risk associated with starting a new bar in Moss, but there are also opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
It is also worth noting that there is some variation in sales and EBITDA between the different companies in the bar industry in Moss. This shows that there are opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
It is also worth noting that there are more companies in Moss compared to Rygge, showing that there is greater activity in Moss. This may be due to Moss being a larger town compared to Rygge, and there being more opportunities for business operations in Moss.
Overall, the data shows that there are opportunities to establish oneself in the bar industry in Moss, but there is also a certain degree of risk associated with starting a new bar in Moss. Entrepreneurs should therefore be aware of both economic and structural challenges in the industry, and consider opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
Outlook for the Broader Industry
When comparing the bar industry in Moss with the broader industry bar / club, data shows that there is some variation in both sales and number of employees. According to parent_sales_yoy and parent_employees_yoy, the broader industry bar / club in Moss has higher sales and number of employees compared to the bar industry.
Below is an overview of the most important companies in the broader industry bar / club in Moss:
| Name | Address | Number of Employees | Sales (NOK) | EBITDA (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Irish Pub Norway As Avd Moss | Storgata 13, 1531 Moss | 13 | 17.7M | 1.0M |
| Nye Rompuben As | Varnaveien 43F, 1526 Moss | 18 | 3.3M | 5.0K |
It is also worth noting that there is some variation in sales and EBITDA between the different companies in the broader industry bar / club in Moss. This shows that there are opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
It is also worth noting that there are more companies in the broader industry bar / club compared to the bar industry, showing that there is greater activity in the broader industry. This may be due to the broader industry bar / club having a larger market share compared to the bar industry.
Overall, the data shows that there are opportunities to establish oneself in the broader industry bar / club in Moss, but there is also a certain degree of risk associated with starting a new business in this industry. Entrepreneurs should therefore be aware of both economic and structural challenges in the industry, and consider opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
Other companies in bar / klubb (not in bar)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Irish Pub Norway As Avd Moss | pub | Storgata 13, 1531 Moss | NOK 17.7M | 13 | NOK 1.0M |
| Nye Rompuben As | pub | Varnaveien 43F, 1526 Moss | NOK 3.3M | 18 | NOK 5.0K |
Conclusion
The bar industry in Moss has been affected by both economic and structural challenges in recent years. This shows that there is a certain degree of risk associated with starting a new bar in Moss, but there are also opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
It is also worth noting that there is some variation in sales and EBITDA between the different companies in the bar industry in Moss. This shows that there are opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.
It is also worth noting that there are more companies in Moss compared to Rygge, showing that there is greater activity in Moss. This may be due to Moss being a larger town compared to Rygge, and there being more opportunities for business operations in Moss.
Overall, the data shows that there are opportunities to establish oneself in the bar industry in Moss, but there is also a certain degree of risk associated with starting a new bar in Moss. Entrepreneurs should therefore be aware of both economic and structural challenges in the industry, and consider opportunities to establish oneself in a market segment that has been affected by variations in consumer behavior and economic conditions.