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The Pub Industry in Lillestrøm: Current Situation and Future Opportunities
A Detailed Analysis of Companies, Statistics, and Development Trends
Executive Summary
Overview of the Pub Industry in Lillestrøm
The pub industry in Lillestrøm is a small but stable sector with 3 registered companies in the municipality. There are 2 employees in total, and all companies report zero sales revenue according to available data. The industry is part of the broader bar / club sector, which has been more dynamic with more companies and higher revenues. This shows there is potential for development if the pub industry can adapt to the market and utilize the infrastructure in the broader sector.
Economic Overview
Sales Development:
- Sales revenue for pub companies in Lillestrøm has been zero in all recorded years (2016–2026). This may be due to missing data or very limited activity.
Employees:
- The number of employees has been zero until 2023, then 2 employees in 2023–2026. This shows a very small workforce in the sector.
Contrast to the bar / club sector:
- The broader bar / club sector in Lillestrøm has been more active, with 230 employees in 2026 and NOK 28 million in sales revenue in 2025. This shows there is a larger market base to exploit.
Companies in the Industry
The following companies are registered in the pub industry in Lillestrøm:
| Name | Address | Number of Employees | Business Structure | Bankrupt? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stbar M. Zafar | Holmsens vei 16, Strømmen | 2 | ENK | No |
| Ranvik Bar Management | Trollfaret 2, Skedsmokorset | 0 | ENK | No |
| Vivi Cafe & Pub Tip Fan Lam | Fru Natvigs vei 1, Sørumsand | 0 | ENK | No |
Business Structures:
- All companies are registered as ENK (sole proprietorship). There are no companies with other business structures, such as AS or ANS.
Business Geography
The pub industry in Lillestrøm is distributed as follows:
| Location | Number of Companies | Number of Employees | Sales Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strømmen | 1 | 2 | N/A |
| Skedsmokorset | 1 | 0 | N/A |
| Sørumsand | 1 | 0 | N/A |
Observation:
- There is 1 company in Strømmen, which is the only location with employees. Skedsmokorset and Sørumsand have companies, but no employees or sales data. This may indicate that these companies are in the start-up phase or have very limited activity.
Business Dynamics
Bankruptcies:
- There are no bankruptcies reported for pub companies in Lillestrøm. This shows a certain level of stability in the sector.
Development:
- Although no sales revenue has been reported, the number of employees has increased from 0 to 2 in 2023. This may indicate an emerging development, but data is missing to provide a complete picture.
Outside Data:
- There is no detailed financial data (such as EBITDA, operating profit, or debt) available for companies in the industry. This makes it difficult to assess profitability or risk.
Outlook
Outlook for the Pub Industry
Opportunities:
- The broader bar / club sector in Lillestrøm has shown growth in the number of employees (from 99 in 2016 to 230 in 2026) and higher sales revenue (NOK 57 million in 2024). This shows there is a market for pubs that can utilize the infrastructure and customer base in this sector.
Outside Data:
- There is no detailed financial data for pub companies, making it difficult to assess profitability. This can be a challenge for new entrepreneurs looking to start a pub.
Recommendation:
- Entrepreneurs should consider connecting with the broader bar / club sector to utilize existing infrastructure and customer base. It may also be profitable to focus on innovation and quality to stand out in a small market.
Outlook for the Bar / Club Sector
Larger Sector:
- The broader bar / club sector in Lillestrøm has 14 companies, while the pub industry has 3 companies. This shows there is a larger market base to exploit.
Sales Development:
- Sales revenue for the bar / club sector has been NOK 57 million in 2024, which is much higher than the pub industry. This shows there is a larger customer base and potential for development.
Peer Companies:
- The following companies in the bar / club sector have higher EBITDA and sales revenue:
| Name | Address | EBITDA | Sales Revenue | Number of Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martins As | Storgata 11, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 1.7M | NOK 15.0M | 67 |
| Lillestrøm Kulturpub As | Kirkegata 4, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 1.3M | NOK 13.9M | 31 |
| Puben Til Faanes As | Storgata 9, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 964K | NOK 12.8M | 21 |
Conclusion:
- The bar / club sector has a larger market base and higher revenues. This shows there is potential for development if the pub industry can adapt to the market and utilize the infrastructure in this sector.
Other companies in bar / klubb (not in pub)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martins As | bar | Storgata 11, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 15.0M | 67 | NOK 1.7M |
| Lillestrøm Kulturpub As | bar | Kirkegata 4, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 13.9M | 31 | NOK 1.3M |
| Puben Til Faanes As | bar | Storgata 9, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 12.8M | 21 | NOK 964.0K |
| Viaggio As | bar | Sørumsgata 11A, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 17.4M | 47 | NOK 266.0K |
| Lephan Invest As | bar | c/o Dao Phan|Strømsveien 79C, 2010 Strømmen | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Lille Wembley Ans | bar | Sørumsandveien 69, 1920 | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Martins Lillestrøm As | bar | Storgata 11, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Solsiden Bar As | bar | Torvet 3, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 0 | 37 | NOK 0 |
| Temple Of Rock Da | bar | Nittebergsvingen 14, 2007 Kjeller | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Vamika As | bar | Tærudgata 12, 2004 Lillestrøm | NOK 0 | 14 | NOK 0 |
| O'connors Lillestrøm | bar | Stortorget 7, 2000 Lillestrøm | NOK 590.2K | 31 | NOK -44.5K |
Conclusion
The pub industry in Lillestrøm is a small but stable sector with 3 companies and 2 employees. There is no sales revenue reported, which may be due to missing data or very limited activity. The broader bar / club sector has shown greater development with 14 companies and NOK 57 million in sales revenue in 2024. This shows there is potential for development if the pub industry can adapt to the market and utilize the infrastructure in this sector. Entrepreneurs should consider connecting with the broader bar / club sector to utilize existing infrastructure and customer base.