Study visit in Norway – CISA

Between 2 and 7 June, RIAM members moved to study visits to Norway where they had the opportunity to participate in an efficient exchange of experience and best practices with representatives of business incubators and Norwegian business support institutions. The visit took place within the framework of the Business Incubators Nertwork programme funded by the Government of the Kingdom of Norway and implemented by the CISA in cooperation with Proneo AS, ODIMM and Entranse 2 New Markets.


The move is intended to know the Norwegian system to support small and medium-sized enterprises, in particular the experience gained by Norway on the organisational, management and operating models used in business incubators and business gardens. The programme included meetings with representatives of Proneo AS, Proneo Business Park, SIVA, Innovation Norway, Namdalshagen Business Garden, len Business Incubator, Verdal Industrial Park, Wild Norway and successful entrepreneurs benefiting from business development support.

On this occasion, a number of new working tools and techniques were shaped and analysed, discussed ways to support and promote innovative business ideas, opportunities for long-term collaboration in various fields, including tourism development. The business incubator managers of the Republic of Moldova presented the institution they also represent the tourist potential of the raion in which it is located. With the help of Norwegian partners, the conditions for developing and promoting local tourism at international level were analysed and shaped by making a successful model for the collaboration of the Trøndelag region’s agro-mensions.

Study visit in Norway – farmer 1

Study visit in Norway – farmer 2

Farmers in the region Trøndelag.

Proneo AS is a Norwegian consulting and assistance organisation that contributes to the economic development of the region through its support to existing businesses and industries. Proneo also promotes research and development among companies and is recognised as an innovative organisation. It was founded on 29 June 2007 and has offices in Verdal and Stjørdal. Purpose Proneo AS is to be a group of innovation and regional development that contributes to growth and jobs.

Study visit in Norway – PRONEO

For more information on intentions to develop common projects, information onbusiness incubators in Norway, on the process of supporting and promoting innovative business ideas, but also on the development of agrotourism and Moldovan-norvegian partnerships, please contact Tatiana Eremciuc, programme coordinator, ODIMM Business Incubator, tel. (022) 22-57-99, e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..