Industry · municipality
Kiosks in Arendal
An analysis of the industry, companies, and prospects in Arendal municipality
Executive Summary
The kiosk industry in Arendal has proven to be a dynamic, yet uneven part of the municipality's economy. In recent years, the industry has experienced both increases and decreases in sales and number of employees. With a total sales amount of NOK 5.6 million in 2021 and only 4 employees, data shows that the industry has been marked by significant variations. This makes the kiosk industry a challenging, yet potentially profitable sector for entrepreneurs seeking to establish themselves in Arendal.
Economic Overview
Sales and Employees in the Kiosk Industry
| Year | Sales (NOK) | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5.2M | 11 |
| 2017 | 4.5M | 11 |
| 2018 | 4.4M | 8 |
| 2019 | 4.6M | 6 |
| 2020 | 7.0M | 6 |
| 2021 | 5.6M | 4 |
Sales in the kiosk industry saw a significant increase of 51.8% in 2020, which can be attributed to special circumstances during the pandemic. However, sales fell by 20.2% in 2021. The number of employees has been on a downward trend since 2016, with a decline of 63.6% from 11 to 4 employees over five years.



Companies in the Industry
There is no available detailed information about specific companies in the kiosk industry in Arendal. Nevertheless, it can be assumed that the organizational forms of these companies are varied, as indicated by data on organizational forms. This may include sole proprietorships, AS companies, and other forms of organization. For a more detailed overview of companies in the industry, it is recommended to contact local authorities or industry associations.
Business Geography
There is no available detailed information about where in Arendal the kiosk industry is most active. For a more precise distribution of activity across different neighborhoods or areas in the municipality, it is recommended to contact local authorities or industry associations for further information.
Business Dynamism
There is no available detailed information about bankruptcy statistics or bankrupt companies in the kiosk industry in Arendal. Nevertheless, available data shows that the industry has been marked by variations in both sales and number of employees. This may indicate that the industry has faced both economic challenges and opportunities over time.
Outlook
The kiosk industry in Arendal has proven to be a variable sector with both increases and decreases in sales and number of employees. This can be a challenge for entrepreneurs seeking to establish themselves in the industry. However, there may be opportunities in a sector that has shown resilience under special circumstances, such as during the pandemic in 2020. Entrepreneurs should therefore consider both the potential challenges and opportunities in the industry before making decisions to establish themselves in Arendal.
Outlook for the Services Sector
Services Sector in Arendal
| Year | Sales (NOK) | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1,610.4M | 852 |
| 2017 | 1,687.5M | 805 |
| 2018 | 1,745.5M | 756 |
| 2019 | 1,761.8M | 784 |
| 2020 | 2,126.0M | 791 |
| 2021 | 2,077.9M | 817 |
The services sector in Arendal has proven to be more stable than the kiosk industry, with a sales increase of 20.7% in 2020. This shows that the services sector has been more resilient under special circumstances. However, the services sector has also experienced declines, such as the 2.3% sales decline in 2021. This can be an important consideration for entrepreneurs evaluating establishing themselves in Arendal, as the services sector has a broader and more stable foundation than the kiosk industry.



Other companies in tjenester (not in kiosk)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obs Arendal Avd 200 | supermarket chain | Sagvannsveien 66, 4848 Arendal | NOK 226.8M | 69 | NOK 11.9M |
| Mega Arendal Avd 43 | supermarket chain | Strømsbusletta 9, 4847 Arendal | NOK 101.7M | 35 | NOK 5.3M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 727 Stoa Øst | supermarket chain | Frolandsveien 180, 4848 Arendal | NOK 81.8M | 26 | NOK 4.1M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 745 Krøgenes | supermarket chain | Kystveien 240, 4841 Arendal | NOK 73.0M | 24 | NOK 3.7M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 719 Nedenes | supermarket chain | Natvigveien 1, 4823 Nedenes | NOK 67.2M | 22 | NOK 3.4M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 718 Myrene | supermarket chain | Myreneveien 6, 4847 Arendal | NOK 58.4M | 14 | NOK 2.9M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 733 Saltrød | supermarket chain | Kystveien 690, 4815 Saltrød | NOK 58.4M | 18 | NOK 2.9M |
| Kristoffer Norli Svarva As | supermarket | Kystveien 244, 4841 Arendal | NOK 123.7M | 28 | NOK 2.9M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 721 Arendal Sentrum | supermarket chain | Kirkegaten 2A, 4836 Arendal | NOK 55.5M | 16 | NOK 2.8M |
| Gs Butikkdrift As | supermarket | Rykeneveien 109, 4824 Bjorbekk | NOK 75.3M | 25 | NOK 2.5M |
| Extra Stoa Avd 042 | supermarket chain | Sørsvannsveien 4, 4848 Arendal | NOK 46.9M | 15 | NOK 2.5M |
| Extra Tromøytunet Avd 029 | supermarket chain | Elgveien 9, 4818 Færvik | NOK 46.9M | 19 | NOK 2.5M |
| Meny Krøgenes | supermarket | Kystveien 236, 4841 Arendal | NOK 104.8M | 59 | NOK 2.3M |
| Normal Norge As Avd No1031 Arendal Alti Arendal | discount store | Vesterveien 4, 4836 Arendal | NOK 19.2M | 11 | NOK 2.2M |
| Extra Eydehavn Avd 028 | supermarket chain | Formannsgata 1C, 4810 Eydehavn | NOK 39.1M | 16 | NOK 2.1M |
| Ng Kiwi Agder As Avd 709 Nyli | supermarket chain | Nyli ringvei 21A, 4844 Arendal | NOK 40.9M | 14 | NOK 2.1M |
| Kicks Norge As Avd 665 Amfi Senter Arendal | discount store | Vesterveien 4, 4836 Arendal | NOK 38.8M | 7 | NOK 2.0M |
| Meny Stoa | supermarket chain | Sørsvannsveien 2, 4848 Arendal | NOK 77.3M | 33 | NOK 1.7M |
| Normal Norge As Avd No 1093 Arendal Alti Harebakken | discount store | Langsæveien 5, 4846 Arendal | NOK 14.4M | 12 | NOK 1.6M |
| Normal Norge As Avd No1130 Arendal Krøgnes | discount store | Kystveien 244, 4841 Arendal | NOK 14.4M | 11 | NOK 1.6M |
| Meny Harebakken | supermarket chain | Langsæveien 5, 4846 Arendal | NOK 73.3M | 38 | NOK 1.6M |
| Holdbart As Avd Arendal | supermarket chain | Sagvannsveien 16, 4848 Arendal | NOK 24.9M | 11 | NOK 1.4M |
| Erik Mørkesdal Hansen As | supermarket | Kirkeveien 186, 4817 His | NOK 72.3M | 20 | NOK 1.1M |
| Hisøy Mat As | supermarket | Skogveien 3, 4817 His | NOK 13.1M | 11 | NOK 953.0K |
| Fredrik & Louisa As Avd Harebakken | discount store | Langsæveien 5, 4846 Arendal | NOK 17.1M | 5 | NOK 738.3K |
| Fiskebrygga As Avd Butikk | fish store | Nedre Tyholmsvei 1, 4836 Arendal | NOK 12.7M | 46 | NOK 581.9K |
| Matkroken Kilsund Avd 4509 | supermarket | Kilsundveien 156, 4920 Staubø | NOK 24.5M | 14 | NOK 399.0K |
| Gulltopp As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | c/o Life Harebakken|Harebakken Senter|Langsæveien 5, 4846 Arendal | NOK 6.1M | 8 | NOK 327.0K |
| Blanda Drops As | other non-specialised store | Kystveien 690, 4815 Saltrød | NOK 2.2M | 2 | NOK 193.0K |
| Rykene Nærkjøp As | supermarket | Presteveien 21, 4821 Rykene | NOK 16.2M | 13 | NOK 126.0K |
| Sanma As | supermarket | Sletteheia 10, 4842 Arendal | NOK 1.0M | 0 | NOK 104.0K |
| Sten Roar Høgli As | supermarket chain | Vesterveien 737, 4823 Nedenes | NOK 55.1M | 24 | NOK 57.0K |
| Lundvall Dagligvare As | supermarket chain | REMA 1000 STOA|Sagvannsveien 16, 4848 Arendal | NOK 71.5M | 18 | NOK 46.0K |
| Kos I Koppen As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Revesandveien 316, 4818 Færvik | NOK 271.0K | 1 | NOK 1.0K |
| 2menn Ans | other non-specialised store | Hisøysvingen 70, 4817 | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Aarli Gruppen | other non-specialised store | Slottheia 12, 4824 Bjorbekk | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Ahmad Panam As | supermarket chain | REMA 1000 MAXIS|Vesterveien 44, 4839 Arendal | NOK 0 | 13 | NOK 0 |
| Anne Merete Moen | discount store | Villaveien 16, 4816 Kolbjørnsvik | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Arendal Helsekost As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Sunkost Alti Arendal|Vesterveien 4, 4836 | NOK 0 | 6 | NOK 0 |
| Asian Market Arendal As | supermarket chain | v/ Krøgenes Handelspark|Kystveien 244, 4841 Arendal | NOK 0 | 5 | NOK 0 |
Conclusion
The kiosk industry in Arendal has proven to be a dynamic, yet uneven part of the municipality's economy. With both increases and decreases in sales and number of employees over time, the industry can be a challenging, yet potentially profitable sector for entrepreneurs. Nevertheless, data shows that the services sector in Arendal has been more stable, which can be an important advantage for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable addresses in Arendal for the kiosk industry, and can provide further support in connection with establishment.