ExTek

What ExTek does

ExTek AS is a Norwegian training and certification services company headquartered in Bryne, near Stavanger, that operates as Norway's only CompEx certified center. The company specializes in explosive atmosphere (Ex) safety, electrical installation (FSE, NEK 400/405), and petroleum-sector regulatory training (PTIL-IEC 61892, NORSOK Z-015), serving oil and gas operators, electrical contractors, equipment manufacturers, and industrial facilities with explosive atmosphere risk. Course delivery spans four formats: classroom instruction, hands-on workshop exercises at the Bryne facility, self-serve e-learning via the Docebo course portal and Mentorkit LMS, and live webinars. ExTek also provides on-site inspection and site-service assignments using CompEx-approved personnel.

The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Omega Holtan AS, with the parent's course operations consolidated into ExTek effective October 1, 2021 under Managing Director Roar Olsen. Its competitive position rests on exclusive Norwegian authorization to deliver CompEx certification, an internationally recognized scheme with more than 72,000 certifications issued worldwide. Notable customers include Halliburton, DNV, Glencore Nikkelverk, IKM Consultants, PSW Power & Automation, Westcon Power & Automation, NOV, Hitec Products, Gexsys, Karsten Moholt, and Harstad Kommune.

The business model is professional services revenue from per-participant course fees (2,500-18,200 NOK depending on course), group bookings of 5-20 participants delivered on customer premises, certification and exam fees, and site-service assignments. Marketing combines a content-driven website, presence at industry events such as the Ex Conference Oslo and Eliaden trade fair, LinkedIn activity, and direct enterprise sales through a Key Account Manager. Operations are domestic Norwegian with the international customer base drawn primarily from oil and gas companies operating on the Norwegian continental shelf.

Name

ExTek

Legal name

ExTek AS

Website

https://extek.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ExTek AS is Norway's only CompEx certified training center, offering explosive atmosphere, electrical safety (FSE), and petroleum regulatory courses to oil and gas operators, electrical contractors, and industrial clients from its Bryne facility and via on-site, e-learning, and webinar delivery.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Explosive Atmosphere Safety Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Safety, Compliance & Regulatory (OSHA/HSE/GxP) Certifications (EDAAANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC) (EDANAIAM), Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN), Electrical Testing & Certification (Protection Relays, Switchgear, Transformers) (EUAEAHAG), Environmental, Health & Safety / Sustainability (EHS, Environmental Compliance CE) (EDAAALAO)

Keywords

• Explosive atmosphere training
• CompEx certification
• Electrical safety courses
• Oil and gas training
• Ex competency certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Bryne

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Training and Certification Services: ExTek generates revenue primarily through offering CompEx certification courses, Ex training courses, electrical safety (FSE) courses, and various certification programs. Revenue comes from course fees, certification fees, and assessment charges. Courses are offered in multiple formats: classroom, workshop, e-learning, and webinar.
2. Site Service: ExTek provides on-site inspection and site service assignments for Ex installations and equipment, providing qualified CompEx-approved inspectors for client projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ExTek AS operates Norway's only CompEx certified center, delivering training and certification services for personnel working in explosive atmospheres (Ex areas) and electrical safety. The portfolio includes CompEx certification, Ex-area courses (Basic, Maintenance, Intrinsic Safety, Mechanical), FSE electrical safety courses with Quick Qualify adaptive e-learning, PTIL-IEC 61892, NEK 400/405 standards courses, first aid, and on-site inspection services. Delivery formats span classroom, workshop, e-learning, and webinar.

Product overview

ExTek is Norway's only CompEx certified center, offering a comprehensive portfolio of courses and certifications for explosive atmospheres (Ex areas) and electrical safety. The core offering centers on CompEx certification for personnel working in explosive environments. Course delivery spans multiple formats: classroom instruction, workshop training, e-learning (Quick Qualify), and webinars. The product suite includes foundational Ex courses (Ex Grunnleggende, Ex Vedlikehold, Exi Grunnleggende), specialized courses like Mekanisk Ex and Portabelt Ex utstyr, regulatory courses (FSE, PTIL-IEC 61892, NEK 400, NEK 405 series), and safety courses (First Aid, FG750 Fire Alarms, Z-015 NORSOK). Customers access courses and certificates through the Docebo-based course portal. Services extend to Site Service inspections with CompEx-approved personnel.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CompEx Certification International certification scheme for validating practical and theoretical competency of employees working in explosive atmospheres. ExTek is Norway's only CompEx certified center, offering certifications for installation, retrofit, and inspection personnel in oil and gas, electrical, and industrial sectors.
• Ex Grunnleggende Kurs (Ex Basic) Basic explosive atmosphere (Ex) course for electrical personnel involved in installation, inspection, and equipment selection in potentially explosive areas. Available in Norwegian and English.
• Ex Vedlikehold Kurs (Ex Maintenance) Ex maintenance course for personnel involved in maintenance of electrical equipment in explosive atmospheres. Available in Norwegian and English.
• Exi Grunnleggende Kurs (Intrinsic Safety Basic) Intrinsically safe (Exi) basic course for personnel working with intrinsically safe equipment in explosive atmospheres. Available in Norwegian and English.
• Mekanisk Ex Kurs (Mechanical Ex) Mechanical Ex course based on IEC 80079-36 and 37, ATEX harmonized standard. For personnel involved in ignition source assessment, inspection, and maintenance of mechanical equipment for the oil industry.
• FSE Kurs (Electrical Safety Regulation Courses) Electrical Safety Regulations (FSE) courses for personnel working on or operating electrical installations. Includes classroom, e-learning, and Quick Qualify adaptive options for experienced professionals.
• PTIL-IEC 61892 Kurs Course for PTIL-IEC 61892 series referenced by Petroleumstilsynet (PTIL) in 5 HSE regulations. For personnel working with design, planning, installation, and/or maintenance of electrical installations offshore.
• NEK 400 Kurs NEK 400 electrical installation standard courses updated to the new 2022 revision for electrical professionals needing Norwegian electrical installation standard competency.
• NEK Kurs (NEK 405 Series and NEK 405-3-2) NEK standards courses covering the NEK 405 series for electrical control and inspection, including NEK 405-3-2 for electrical control of road traffic systems (3-day course, 18,200 NOK per participant).
• Installatørprøven Kurs (Electrician Certification Exam Prep) Pre-course preparation for the electrician certification exam (Installatørprøven) required for certified electrician status in Norway.
• Førstehjelpskurs (First Aid Course) First aid course available as e-learning, approximately 60-90 minutes with assessment at the end. Used by companies such as Halliburton for first aid training of electrical personnel.
• FG750 Automatiske Brannalarmanlegg Kurs Automatic fire alarm certification course (FG750 standard), 3 days with certification option via DNV or Nemko. Delivered in collaboration with COMCON.
• Z-015 NORSOK Kurs Z-015 NORSOK course (Rev6, 2020) for users and suppliers of temporary equipment in the offshore industry, covering electro, automation, and other personnel requirements.
• Portabelt Ex Utstyr E-læring E-learning course for portable Ex equipment, approximately 90 minutes with automatic certificate generation upon completion.
• Kabelgjennomføringer Kurs (Cable Glands Course) Practical workshop course covering cable glands, standards, coldflow, IP-test influence, and proper selection and installation techniques.
• El-kontroll i Praksis Kurs (Electrical Control Practice) Practical course for electrical controllers certified or seeking certification in NEK 405 norms, focused on applied electrical control practice.
• ExTek Site Service On-site inspection and site service assignments for Ex installations and equipment, providing qualified CompEx-approved inspectors for client projects (e.g., IKM Consultants Martin Linge project).

Quantifiable outcome

• 72,000+ Ex certifications issued worldwide through CompEx scheme
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Omega Holtan AScoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2021Omega Holtan AS is the parent company of ExTek. On October 1, 2021, course operations from Omega Holtan were transferred to ExTek as a subsidiary. Together they deliver training, courses, and competence services to public and private sector within electrical and Ex (explosive atmosphere installations).
• Seagull Oil & GascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeagull Oil & Gas collaborates with ExTek to offer Quick Qualify versions of FSE courses for electrical and offshore personnel. ExTek instructors are part of the larger international company working closely with Seagull colleagues.
• Norsk InteraktivcoreTechnology or IntegrationNorsk Interaktiv provides Mentorkit LMS (Learning Management System) for Omega Holtan and ExTek's e-learning platform. The platform offers new features including improved speed, reporting, dashboards, and statistics functions.
• HalliburtonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHalliburton utilized ExTek's webinar delivery for first aid training for electrical personnel during COVID-19 pandemic. Example of remote training collaboration.
• DocebosaascoreTechnology or IntegrationCourse portal platform (extek.docebosaas.com) used by ExTek for course delivery, enrollment, and certificate management.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ExVeritas: ExVeritas is a UK-based ATEX/IECEx certification body offering CompEx courses, Ex inspections, and hazardous-area training — directly comparable to ExTek's CompEx center and Site Service offerings.
• JTL: JTL is the awarding body behind the CompEx scheme and operates CompEx training/certification directly in the UK. ExTek is a Norwegian CompEx center, making JTL the closest comparable peer in the same certification scheme.
• Trainor AS: Trainor is a leading Norwegian provider of electrical safety (FSE) and Ex e-learning courses to the Norwegian offshore and industrial market, competing directly with ExTek on FSE and refresher course pricing and delivery format.
• Omega Holtan AS: ExTek's parent company; a nationwide Norwegian electrotechnology competence firm offering project/design, inspection, and training services. Overlapping course portfolio and shared customer base make it the most directly comparable peer.

Broad incumbents

• DEKRA: DEKRA is a global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) incumbent offering Ex/ATEX training, certification, and inspection services across Europe. Comparable to ExTek as a much larger TIC player in the same regulatory space.
• SGS: SGS provides industrial inspection, Ex equipment certification, and competency services across the oil & gas value chain. Comparable to ExTek as a broad TIC player addressing the same Norwegian continental shelf customers.
• Bureau Veritas: Bureau Veritas is a global TIC conglomerate with Ex/ATEX inspection and competency services for oil & gas and industrial clients. Overlaps with ExTek's Site Service inspection offering and Norwegian offshore customer base.
• DNV: DNV is both a customer of ExTek and a global TIC incumbent offering maritime, offshore, and Ex-area certification services. Comparable as a large certification body that ExTek channels candidates into for final assessment.
• Nemko: Nemko is a Nordic-origin certification body offering Ex product certification and personnel competency services. Comparable to ExTek as an established certification partner referenced in ExTek course pathways (NEK 405).
• TÜV SÜD: TÜV SÜD provides Ex/ATEX certification, Ex-area equipment testing, and personnel training globally. Comparable to ExTek as a broad TIC incumbent offering overlapping hazardous-area certification services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/extek

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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