IX. BUSINESS TRAVEL

-U.S. companies enjoy a good reputation for being punctual
suppliers, and good quality manufacturers.  It is often said that
the most successful foreign suppliers in Norway are the companies
making regular calls on the distributors and/or end-users to
better understand the market place and customer needs.

-Norwegian top level businessmen often have advanced educational
degrees from other countries, especially the United States.  Most
of them are well informed about U.S. trade and business in
general and the English language is well spoken and understood
throughout the Norwegian society.

-There are no visa requirements for U.S. citizens visiting
Norway, but businessmen should note the following holidays during
CY-1995:

April 13 - Holy Thursday
April 14 - Good Friday
April 16 - Easter Monday
May    1 - Labor Day
May   17 - Independence Day
May   25 - Ascension Day
Dec   25 - Christmas Day

Some of the Norwegian manufacturing plants and major businesses
are closed for 3-4 weeks summer holidays from mid-July to mid-
August. Easter (10 day holiday season for many Norwegians) also
is a period of low business activity.