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Knit Store Industry in Færder: Current State and Outlook
Analysis of Companies, Statistics, and Future Prospects in the Knit Store Sector of Færder Municipality
Brief Overview of the Knit Store Industry in Færder
Industry Overview
The knit store industry in Færder is a small, dispersed sector with 3 registered companies in the municipality. Most companies are sole proprietorships (ENK) or limited liability companies (AS), and they primarily operate in Nøtterøy and Tjøme. Although the industry has shown greater fluctuations in employee numbers over time, there are no registered bankruptcies in the sector. A prominent challenge is that sales data for all companies is zero, which may indicate missing reporting or a very small market share. This should be carefully considered by entrepreneurs contemplating establishing themselves in the sector.
Economic Data for the Knit Store Industry
Economic Development
Sales Development: Sales data for knit store companies in Færder is zero for all years from 2016 to 2026, which is not typical for an active industry. This may indicate missing reporting or that the companies operate at a level without business income.
Employee Development: The number of employees has shown greater variations over time. There was 1 employee in 2021, but it increased sharply to 8 employees in 2024 before dropping back to 7 employees in 2026. The most dramatic increase was recorded from 2022 to 2023 (+250%), which may indicate a short-term inflated activity or a single company's development.
Registered Companies in the Knit Store Industry
Companies in the Industry
The following companies are registered in the knit store industry in Færder:
| Company | Address | Organizational Form | Employees | Founded | Bankruptcy Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anettes Hobbygleder Sørensen | Smidsrødveien 10B, Nøtterøy | ENK | 4 | 2004-08-11 | No Bankruptcy |
| Garnpiken As | Korsholmveien 27, Tjøme | AS | 3 | 2022-06-01 | No Bankruptcy |
| Mølleloftet Silje Sandberg | Mølleveien 33, Nøtterøy | ENK | 0 | 2026-05-05 | No Bankruptcy |
Observation: Mølleloftet Silje Sandberg has no employees, which may indicate that the company is in the start-up phase or functions as a registration workshop without active operations.
Distribution of Companies in Færder
Business Geography
Knit store companies in Færder are distributed as follows:
| Location | Number of Companies | Number of Employees | Sales Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nøtterøy | 2 | 4 (Anettes Hobbygleder) + 0 (Mølleloftet) | 0 |
| Tjøme | 1 | 3 (Garnpiken As) | 0 |
Observation: Although Nøtterøy has two companies, no sales revenue is reported for any of them. This may indicate that the companies operate without business activity or that data is missing.
Dynamics and Stability in the Industry
Business Dynamics
Bankruptcy Statistics: There are no registered bankruptcies in the knit store industry in Færder during the analysis period. This is a positive indicator, although it may be due to the companies being small or not having been in operation for long.
Employee Development: The most dramatic change was recorded from 2021 (1 employee) to 2022 (2 employees), followed by a sharp increase to 7 employees in 2023. This may indicate a short-term inflated activity or a single company's development.
Outlook for Entrepreneurs in the Knit Store Industry
Outlook for Entrepreneurs
For entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the knit store industry in Færder, there are several important considerations:
- Missing Sales Data: There is a lack of reported sales revenue for all companies, which may indicate a very small market share or missing transparency.
- Large Fluctuations in Employees: The sharp increase in the number of employees from 2022 to 2023 may be an indicator of a short-term inflated activity, but it is uncertain whether this is sustainable.
- Uncontested Market Share: With only 3 companies in the industry, it may be possible to establish oneself, but it is important to investigate whether there is a market for products and services in this sector.
Recommendation: Entrepreneurs should consider exploring niche markets or collaborations with local actors in creative and entertainment-related sectors, which are stronger in Færder.
Outlook for the Parent Industry
Parent Category: The industry belongs to creative, arts, and entertainment activities, which has 36 companies in Færder, compared to 3 companies in the knit store sector. This shows that the parent industry is much larger and more active.
Sales Development: Sales revenue for the parent industry had a greater increase from 2022 to 2023 (+70.1%), before declining again in 2024. This may indicate a short-term inflated activity in the sector.
Peer Companies: Current peer companies in the parent industry include:
| Company | Address | EBITDA | Employees | Sales Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selma Oline As | Ørsnesalleen 31, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 432.0K | 6 | NOK 4.4M |
| Norsk Uniform As | Ramdalveien 6A, 3128 Nøtterøy | NOK 196.0K | 3 | NOK 7.7M |
Observation: The parent industry has more companies with positive EBITDA and sales revenue, which may provide entrepreneurs in the knit store sector with an opportunity to leverage synergies in creative and entertainment-related sectors.
Other companies in kreative, kunst og underholdningsaktiviteter (not in knit store)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selma Oline As | clothing store | Ørsnesalleen 31, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 4.4M | 6 | NOK 432.0K |
| Norsk Uniform As | clothing store | Ramdalveien 6A, 3128 Nøtterøy | NOK 7.7M | 3 | NOK 196.0K |
| Ioanna Tjøme As | clothing store | Østveien 665, 3145 Tjøme | NOK 3.1M | 5 | NOK 99.0K |
| Portofino Herreklær As | clothing store | Teiegården, 3121 Nøtterøy | NOK 3.0M | 5 | NOK 95.0K |
| Sirocco As | clothing store | Smidsrødveien 7B, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 4.9M | 0 | NOK 91.0K |
| Yoga Vital As | clothing store | Stauperveien 47, 3145 Tjøme | NOK 585.0K | 1 | NOK 7.0K |
| Belle Enfant As | clothing store | Lundgaardveien 1A, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Bhm Nilsen Netthandel | clothing store | Sandløkkveien 8, 3135 Torød | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Bhm Nilsen Netthandel | clothing store | Sandløkkveien 8, 3135 Torød | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Billy Hans Jan Øhre | second-hand goods store | Lundheimveien 3, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Jacobsen | clothing store | Tjærgravveien 12, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Martinsen Fuzzyparts | clothing store | Porfyrveien 26, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Monica Johnsen | second-hand goods store | Holmsbrekkene 25, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Møbler Huset Banys | second-hand goods store | Bjørnebuveien 21A, 3132 Husøysund | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Nahro Gp | clothing store | Kirkeveien 135, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Nilsen Samle, Salg Og Invest | second-hand goods store | Hårkollveien 22, 3138 Skallestad | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Noah Grødem | clothing store | Mølleveien 35, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Overhead Iversen | clothing store | Movikveien 70, 3135 Torød | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Riis Retro Møbelarkivet | second-hand goods store | Øvre Smidsrødvei 71, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Riis Retro Møbelarkivet | second-hand goods store | Øvre Smidsrødvei 71, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Rivelsrød | clothing store | Kirkeveien 394, 3143 Kjøpmannskjær | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Sandi Active As | clothing store | Maries vei 11, 3145 Tjøme | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Sigrid Jacobsen Vintage Hygge Shop | second-hand goods store | Tenvikveien 51B, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Sirocco As Konkursbo | clothing store | Smidsrødveien 7B, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Solem Digital | clothing store | Øraveien 19, 3140 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Teie Sko As | footwear store | Ørsnesalleen 31, 3120 Nøtterøy | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Terje Bjerga | second-hand goods store | Jørestrandveien 1, 3148 Hvasser | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Tom Karlsen | clothing store | Fagerheimgaten 35, 3115 Tønsberg | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Tom Karlsen | clothing store | Fagerheimgaten 35, 3115 Tønsberg | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Toppriz Qorbani | clothing store | Ormeletveien 94, 3145 Tjøme | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Welike.no As | clothing store | Østveien 667, 3145 Tjøme | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Beppi Holding As | footwear store | Ulvåsveien 2, 3138 Skallestad | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK -47.0K |
| Frøiland As | clothing store | Dukenveien 17, 3133 | NOK 6.1M | 5 | NOK -339.0K |
Conclusion and Recommendations
Conclusion
The knit store industry in Færder is a small, dispersed sector with 3 companies and 7 employees in 2026. Although there are no bankruptcies, there are no reported sales revenues, which may be a challenge for entrepreneurs. The parent industry (creative, arts, and entertainment activities) has a larger market share and better economic indicators, which may provide entrepreneurs in the knit store sector with opportunities to leverage synergies. Entrepreneurs should consider exploring niche markets or collaborations with local actors in the parent industry to increase the likelihood of success.