Industry · municipality
Kiosks in Tønsberg: Current Status and Future Outlook
A detailed analysis of the industry, companies, and development in the municipality
Brief Overview
Brief Overview of the Kiosk Industry in Tønsberg
The kiosk industry in Tønsberg has experienced significant variation in recent years. From a peak of 3.2 million NOK in 2016 and 16 employees in 2016, the industry experienced a sharp decline, with zero sales and employees in 2018 and 2019. A weak recovery was recorded in 2021, with 1.2 million NOK in sales and 7 employees. This shows an industry in transition, with both challenges and opportunities for the future.
The kiosk industry is part of the broader services sector in Tønsberg, which has shown more stable development in recent years. This can provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality.
Economic Overview
Sales and Employees in the Kiosk Industry in Tønsberg (2016–2021):
| Year | Sales (NOK) | Employees | Annual Sales Change | Annual Employee Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3.2M | 16 | - | - |
| 2017 | 2.9M | 12 | -10.6% | -25.0% |
| 2018 | 0 | 15 | -100.0% | +25.0% |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | - | -100.0% |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | - | - |
| 2021 | 1.2M | 7 | +100.0% | +100.0% |
Analysis:
- The kiosk industry experienced a sharp decline from 2016 to 2018, with zero sales and employees in 2018 and 2019. This may be due to market variations, bankruptcies, or changes in business models.
- A weak recovery was recorded in 2021, but the level is still far below 2016.
- This development shows an industry in transition, with potential challenges for stability and predictability.



Companies in the Industry
Registered Companies in the Kiosk Industry in Tønsberg:
- There are no companies registered in the kiosk industry in Tønsberg according to available data.
Organizational Forms:
- There are no details about organizational forms available for the kiosk industry in Tønsberg.
Bankruptcy Statistics:
- Two companies in the kiosk industry in Tønsberg were registered in bankruptcy in 2019 and 2020. This shows a certain degree of instability in the industry, but there is no available data on the causes or consequences of the bankruptcies.
Business Geography
Business Activity in Different Districts of Tønsberg:
- There are no details about the distribution of the kiosk industry in different districts of Tønsberg available according to available data.
Analysis:
- A more detailed distribution of activity in different districts could provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs and local decision-makers. It is recommended to carry out further analysis to identify potential areas for development and improvement of the business environment.
Business Dynamics
Bankruptcy and Business Stability:
- Two companies in the kiosk industry in Tønsberg were registered in bankruptcy in 2019 and 2020. This shows a certain degree of instability in the industry, but there is no available data on the causes or consequences of the bankruptcies.
Analysis:
- This instability may be due to market variations, bankruptcies, or changes in business models. However, there is no data on new companies that have been established in the industry in recent years, which may indicate a certain degree of decline in the industry.
- A more detailed analysis of business dynamics could provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs and local decision-makers.
Future Outlook
Future Outlook for the Kiosk Industry in Tønsberg
Opportunities and Challenges:
- The kiosk industry in Tønsberg has shown a significant decline in recent years, but a weak recovery was recorded in 2021. This may indicate a possible improvement in the future, but there is still a significant decline compared to 2016.
- Entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the industry should be aware of the potential challenges, such as instability and bankruptcy risk. It may be useful to explore opportunities for developing new business models or adapting to local needs.
- An analysis of the broader services sector in Tønsberg can provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality.
Future Outlook for the Services Sector
Future Outlook for the Services Sector in Tønsberg
Stable Growth Rate in the Services Sector:
- The services sector in Tønsberg has shown stable growth in recent years, with an increase from 2016 to 2025. This shows an industry with potential opportunities for entrepreneurs and local decision-makers.
Contrast to the Kiosk Industry:
- The services sector has shown a more stable development compared to the kiosk industry, which has been marked by significant variation in recent years. This can provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality.
Peer Companies in the Services Sector:
- There is available data on peer companies in the services sector in Tønsberg, which can provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs. These companies have shown a wide variation in sales, employees, and EBITDA, which can provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality.



Other companies in tjenester (not in kiosk)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Råel Mat As | supermarket | Lunas vei 2, 3113 Tønsberg | NOK 117.0M | 44 | NOK 6.4M |
| Kaldnes Brygge Mat As | supermarket chain | Rambergveien 1, 3115 Tønsberg | NOK 74.0M | 30 | NOK 4.9M |
| Normal Norge As Avd No1058 Tønsberg Farmandsstredet | discount store | Jernbanegaten 1D, 3110 Tønsberg | NOK 38.4M | 26 | NOK 4.3M |
| Meny Farmandstredet | supermarket chain | Jernbanegaten 1D, 3110 Tønsberg | NOK 133.8M | 41 | NOK 3.9M |
| Meny Eiktoppen As | supermarket chain | Eikveien 49, 3122 Tønsberg | NOK 136.2M | 59 | NOK 3.9M |
| Coop Sørøst Sa Avd 2598 Extra Semsbyen | supermarket chain | Semsbyveien 81, 3170 | NOK 71.3M | 23 | NOK 3.3M |
| Coop Sørøst Sa Avd 2733 Extra Ilebrekke | supermarket chain | Barkveien 4, 3114 Tønsberg | NOK 67.9M | 22 | NOK 3.1M |
| Meny Heimdal | supermarket chain | Heimdalsveien 3, 3117 Tønsberg | NOK 104.5M | 41 | NOK 3.0M |
| Coop Sørøst Sa Avd 2799 Extra Kilen | supermarket chain | Valløveien 3, 3118 Tønsberg | NOK 64.5M | 26 | NOK 3.0M |
| Coop Sørøst Sa Avd 2489 Extra Tønsberg | supermarket chain | Anton Jenssens gate 2, 3125 Tønsberg | NOK 61.1M | 18 | NOK 2.8M |
| Kilen Mat As | supermarket chain | Heimdalsvingen 3, 3117 Tønsberg | NOK 70.5M | 25 | NOK 2.7M |
| Arve Gran As | supermarket chain | Kåpeveien 7, 3174 Revetal | NOK 228.8M | 130 | NOK 2.6M |
| Aleksander Floor Dagligvare As | supermarket chain | REMA 1000 EIK|Eikveien 28, 3122 Tønsberg | NOK 82.8M | 15 | NOK 2.4M |
| Clas Ohlson As Avd Farmandstredet Tønsberg | other non-specialised store | Jernbanegaten 1D, 3110 Tønsberg | NOK 46.9M | 21 | NOK 2.4M |
| Ohlson Clas As Avd Tønsberg | other non-specialised store | Valløveien 3, 3118 Tønsberg | NOK 46.9M | 22 | NOK 2.4M |
| Brekkeåsen Matsenter As | supermarket | Brekkåsen, 3178 Våle | NOK 44.3M | 24 | NOK 2.2M |
| Kvikkeline Helsekost As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Farmandstredet, 3110 Tønsberg | NOK 15.1M | 12 | NOK 2.2M |
| Ljøterud Dagligvare As | supermarket chain | Regata 9, 3174 Revetal | NOK 108.9M | 29 | NOK 2.2M |
| Fredrik & Louisa As Avd Tønsberg | discount store | Stoltenbergs gate 1, 3110 Tønsberg | NOK 39.5M | 13 | NOK 1.7M |
| Holdbart As Avd Tønsberg | supermarket chain | Kilengaten 10, 3117 Tønsberg | NOK 27.8M | 16 | NOK 1.6M |
| Arons As | supermarket | Basbergveien 56, 3114 Tønsberg | NOK 8.3M | 3 | NOK 1.3M |
| Jacob's Tønsberg As | supermarket chain | Rådhusgaten 1, 3126 Tønsberg | NOK 7.6M | 9 | NOK 1.3M |
| Matknutsen As | supermarket chain | Døvleveien 5, 3170 Sem | NOK 79.5M | 19 | NOK 933.0K |
| Organic International As | other non-specialised store | Farmannsveien 18, 3111 Tønsberg | NOK 1.1M | 6 | NOK 723.0K |
| Tønsberg Fisk As | fish store | Storgaten 20, 3126 Tønsberg | NOK 15.0M | 12 | NOK 680.0K |
| Helsekost Revetal As | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Kåpeveien 5, 3174 Revetal | NOK 6.6M | 6 | NOK 626.0K |
| My Asiamat Og Grønnsaker As | supermarket | Snorres gate 12, 3110 Tønsberg | NOK 27.9M | 11 | NOK 584.0K |
| Zecond Floor As | other non-specialised store | Olsrød Park|Gauterødveien 6B, 3154 Tolvsrød | NOK 10.5M | 10 | NOK 300.0K |
| Trimveien 3 As | supermarket | Teigenveien 13, 3113 Tønsberg | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 187.0K |
| Sierha As | other non-specialised store | Hengsrudveien 662, 3176 Undrumsdal | NOK 2.5M | 3 | NOK 167.0K |
| Life Olsrød | health foods store | Gauterødveien 6, 3154 Tolvsrød | NOK 9.3M | 8 | NOK 152.0K |
| Nicolai Rud Invest As | supermarket | Rambergveien 41, 3115 Tønsberg | NOK 2.7M | 0 | NOK 114.0K |
| Minlillehobby As | other non-specialised store | c/o Heimtun|Kilengaten 1, 3117 Tønsberg | NOK 3.5M | 8 | NOK 14.0K |
| Alexander Gulli Oseberg As | supermarket chain | c/o REMA 1000 Oseberg|Storgaten 2B, 3126 Tønsberg | NOK 0 | 18 | NOK 0 |
| Anette Hegdahl | discount store | Undrumveien 68, 3157 Barkåker | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Aromainnsikt Una Hege Iversen Ottne | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Sjuestokkstranda 57, 3173 Vear | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Asiahallen Frukt & Grønt As | supermarket | Kanalveien 5, 3127 Tønsberg | NOK 0 | 19 | NOK 0 |
| Asiamark Larvik As | supermarket | Regata 2, 3174 Revetal | NOK 0 | 8 | NOK 0 |
| Balanseliv Danielsen | food/beverages/tobacco stores | Kilengaten 20, 3117 Tønsberg | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Bergen Handel Bent Leo Andersen | supermarket | Gretteåsveien 28, 3176 Undrumsdal | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
Conclusion
The kiosk industry in Tønsberg has been marked by significant variation in recent years, with a sharp decline from 2016 to 2018 and a weak recovery in 2021. This shows an industry in transition, with both challenges and opportunities for the future. Entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the municipality should be aware of the potential challenges, such as instability and bankruptcy risk, but also of the opportunities available in the broader services sector in Tønsberg.
A detailed analysis of business dynamics and potential opportunities in the municipality can provide valuable insights for entrepreneurs and local decision-makers. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs explore addresses in the municipality for this industry, where it is natural to establish themselves.