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Kiosk in Ringerike: A Unique Industry Form in a Municipality Without Existing Businesses
Analysis of the kiosk industry in Ringerike with a focus on companies, statistics, and opportunities for entrepreneurs
Executive Summary
The kiosk industry in Ringerike is a unique discovery in Norwegian industry analysis. Although the municipality belongs to Viken and has a rich history with service providers, data shows that there are no registered kiosk businesses in Ringerike. This opens both opportunities and challenges for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in this sector. With a total of 0 employees and 0 sales value over several years, the kiosk industry in Ringerike is a zero-database that could develop into a new industry form.
Economic Overview
An economic overview of the kiosk industry in Ringerike shows zero figures: 0 employees and 0 NOK in sales across the entire period 2016–2026. This is a unique situation where an entire industry form is absent in the municipality. There are no registered businesses in the kiosk sector, and no annual changes in employees or sales. This underscores that the kiosk industry is not established in Ringerike, even though the municipality has a strong service provider sector.



Companies in the Industry
There are no registered companies in the kiosk industry in Ringerike. This sector is entirely absent from the municipality's business register. There are no organizational forms (such as AS, ENH, etc.) registered for kiosk businesses, which indicates that there are no active businesses in this industry. This is a unique situation that can be utilized by entrepreneurs seeking to establish themselves in a new industry form.
Business Geography
The geographical distribution of kiosk activity in Ringerike shows no activity in any of the municipality's cities. There are no registered kiosk businesses in Hønefoss, Hallingby, Tyristrand, or other cities in the municipality. This is a completely absent situation that differs from other municipalities in Viken where the kiosk industry is established. There is no data on kiosk activity in Ringerike, which can be a challenge for entrepreneurs seeking to establish themselves in this sector.
Business Dynamics
Bankruptcies and operational dynamics in the kiosk industry in Ringerike show no bankruptcies or operational activity. There are no registered kiosk businesses that have gone bankrupt, which indicates that the sector has not been active in the municipality. This is a unique situation where there is no data on operational issues or bankruptcies in the kiosk industry. There are no businesses in this sector that have been registered in Ringerike over the past 10 years.
Outlook
For entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the kiosk industry in Ringerike, this is a unique opportunity. With no existing competitors and no registered businesses, it is possible to establish oneself in a completely new industry form in the municipality. This can provide a unique market position, but it is important to be aware that there is no data on kiosk activity in Ringerike. Entrepreneurs should consider contacting SmartGrunder to determine which addresses in the municipality are most profitable for a kiosk, based on local needs and infrastructure.
Outlook for Services
In the broader service provider sector in Ringerike, data shows a more stable development. Services in Ringerike had 1,462.6 million NOK in sales in 2024, which is an increase from 2023. This shows that the service provider sector has a stronger presence in the municipality compared to the kiosk industry. In the service providers, we find both supermarkets, shops, and other services, but no kiosk businesses. This emphasizes that the kiosk industry is a completely absent sector in Ringerike, even though service providers have a strong presence.



Other companies in tjenester (not in kiosk)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ng Kiwi Buskerud As Avd 579 Hallingby | supermarket chain | Gamle Ådalsvei 23A, 3525 Hallingby | NOK 132.5M | 33 | NOK 7.8M |
| Tveter Butikkdrift As | supermarket chain | Barbroveien 7, 3511 Hønefoss | NOK 198.6M | 38 | NOK 6.9M |
| Ng Kiwi Buskerud As Avd 525 Osloveien | supermarket chain | Dronning Åstas gate 10, 3511 Hønefoss | NOK 88.3M | 26 | NOK 5.2M |
| Ng Kiwi Buskerud As Avd 572 Hønengata | supermarket chain | Hønengata 70, 3515 Hønefoss | NOK 88.3M | 21 | NOK 5.2M |
| Ng Kiwi Buskerud As Avd 575 Sokna | supermarket chain | Hallingdalsveien 30, 3534 Sokna | NOK 83.4M | 19 | NOK 4.9M |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 1030 Coop Mega Hønefoss | supermarket chain | Industrigata 1, 3515 Hønefoss | NOK 121.8M | 35 | NOK 4.8M |
| Normal Norge As Avd No1060 Hønefoss Kuben | discount store | Kong Rings gate 1, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 28.8M | 20 | NOK 3.2M |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 2631 Extra Hvervenkastet | supermarket chain | Osloveien 75, 3511 Hønefoss | NOK 65.6M | 26 | NOK 2.6M |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 2665 Extra Nes I Ådal | supermarket chain | Ådalsveien 1169, 3524 Nes I Ådal | NOK 65.6M | 18 | NOK 2.6M |
| Meny Osloveien | supermarket chain | Dronning Åstas gate 4, 3511 Hønefoss | NOK 99.8M | 40 | NOK 2.6M |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 1022 Extra Tyristrand | supermarket chain | Vikersundveien 235, 3533 Tyristrand | NOK 56.2M | 15 | NOK 2.2M |
| Meny Kuben | supermarket chain | Kong Rings gate 1, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 76.9M | 32 | NOK 2.0M |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 1020 Extra Heradsbygda | supermarket chain | Valhallveien 1, 3518 Hønefoss | NOK 46.8M | 16 | NOK 1.9M |
| Peter Nordahl As | supermarket chain | Hønengata 18A, 3513 Hønefoss | NOK 126.3M | 28 | NOK 1.7M |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 2698 Extra Osloveien | supermarket chain | Osloveien 10, 3511 Hønefoss | NOK 37.5M | 14 | NOK 1.5M |
| Kvikkeline Helsekost Hønefoss As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Kong Rings gate 1, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 9.5M | 5 | NOK 1.4M |
| Klekken Mathus As | supermarket chain | Øvre Klekkenvei 53, 3514 Hønefoss | NOK 66.0M | 4 | NOK 1.2M |
| Norwegian Trade As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Vestre Ådal 441, 3516 Hønefoss | NOK 5.6M | 2 | NOK 782.0K |
| Sweats As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Bølgenhøgda 9, 3514 Hønefoss | NOK 5.0M | 1 | NOK 764.0K |
| Randi Sørlie Granheim Og Asbjørn Granheim Frukt & Tobakk Ans | supermarket | Hønengata 70, 3515 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 7 | NOK 708.0K |
| Sentrum Stopp As | supermarket chain | Stangs gate 10, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 5.7M | 9 | NOK 500.0K |
| Krone Frukt As | fruit/vegetables stores | Storgata 17, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 23.3M | 8 | NOK 386.0K |
| Exotisk Frukt As | ethnic grocery store | Stangs gate 7, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 6.8M | 1 | NOK 230.0K |
| Jin Cheng Frukt Og Grønt Rong Ying Huang | supermarket | Norderhovsgata 14, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 4.3M | 3 | NOK 205.0K |
| Al Kaddour | supermarket chain | Hønengata 18C, 3513 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Alltid På Tur As | fish store | 0, 3533 Tyristrand | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Christina Di Vita Fureid | food/beverages/tobacco stores | c/o Christina Di Vita Fureid|Vakermoveien 97, 3512 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Christina Di Vita Fureid | gourmet food store | c/o Christina Di Vita Fureid|Vakermoveien 97, 3512 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Cj Thaishop Yaowalak Jensen | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Støaveien 63, 3533 Tyristrand | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Cj Thaishop Yaowalak Jensen | gourmet food store | Støaveien 63, 3533 Tyristrand | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Coop Øst Sa Avd 4086 Extra Klekken | supermarket chain | Øvre Klekkenvei 53, 3514 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 15 | NOK 0 |
| Dws Dagligvare As | supermarket | Smeden 2, 3514 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 15 | NOK 0 |
| Go Dag Kaffe & Te Spesialen Ans | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Fossveien 1, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Gunn Edith Hult | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Hvalsmoveien 1, 3515 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Heradsbygda Kiosk Bente Og Janne Senneseth Ans | supermarket | Oppenåsen, 3518 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Hwa Rang Sports Cho Fecadu Ans | other non-specialised store | Søndre torv 4, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Hønefoss Kiosk As | supermarket | Søndre torv 2B, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Hønefoss Marked As | supermarket chain | Søndre torv 2B, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Jin Cheng Frukt & Grønt As | supermarket | Fossveien 3, 3510 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Joakim Langset As | supermarket chain | Krokenveien 23, 3515 Hønefoss | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
Conclusion
The kiosk industry in Ringerike is a unique situation where there are no registered businesses. This opens opportunities for entrepreneurs wishing to establish themselves in a completely new industry form in the municipality. With a strong service provider sector in Ringerike, the kiosk industry could become a new part of the municipality's industry structure. It is important to be aware that there is no data on kiosk activity in Ringerike, and that there may be challenges in establishing oneself in a sector that has not been present before. Entrepreneurs should consider contacting SmartGrunder to determine which addresses in the municipality are most profitable for a kiosk, based on local needs and infrastructure.