What Trondheim Spektrum does

Trondheim Spektrum AS is a privately held Norwegian multi-purpose arena operator headquartered at Klostergata 90, Trondheim, founded in 1964. The company operates a 9,000-capacity venue complex — marketed as "Trondheim's new grand living room" — comprising a main arena, the A-Hall and F-Hall halls, and ancillary event spaces including Sagbruket (464 m², three zones, club-stage capacity ~400), Mendelsohn (400 m² conference hall with AV and kitchen), Elvesvingen (190 m² riverside venue), and Salongen (185 m² dining/conference space). The venue also anchors the adjacent Skansen area used as exhibition space for major trade fairs. Operationally, the group is structured into three wholly-owned entities: Trondheim Spektrum AS (venue operations), Trondheim Spektrum Eiendom AS (real estate/property), and Trondheim Catering AS (food and beverage), the latter operating one of Trondheim's largest commercial kitchens.

The company hosts 100+ events annually spanning four primary verticals: sports (EHF Champions League handball anchored by Kolstad Håndball, Davis Cup tennis, football viewing festivals), concerts and entertainment (Kygo, D.D.E., Lars Winnerbäck, 50 Cent), exhibitions and trade shows (Nor-Fishing since 1960, Aqua Nor — the world's largest aquaculture exhibition with 20,000+ visitors from ~80 nations — Boligmesse, Stjørdal Motorshow, Caravan- og Fritidsmesse, Trondheim Card Show), and corporate/private events (conferences, seminars, weddings, conferences for up to 3,000 guests). All three group entities achieved Miljøfyrtårn (Environmental Lighthouse) certification in 2024, valid through re-certification in 2027.

Revenue is generated through four streams: venue rental to event organizers and corporate clients (one-time license), ticket-sale commissions via partnerships with Ticketmaster, Eventim, and Tickster (transaction fee), on-site catering and F&B services through Trondheim Catering, and gift card sales (250–1,500 NOK denominations, 24-month validity). Go-to-market is event-driven: demand is generated through featured events on the website, newsletter, and social media; ticketing is distributed through three third-party platforms; venue bookings are handled directly. Pricing is per-event and varies by hall, organizer, and tier — examples include Kygo World Tour 2024 tickets at 545–1,090 NOK and Nor-Fishing 2026 at 990 NOK. Customer segments are horizontally diversified across enterprise event organizers, sports federations, corporate clients, and private consumers, with no disclosed funding rounds, M&A activity, or public listing.

Name

Trondheim Spektrum

Legal name

Trondheim Spektrum AS

Website

https://trondheimspektrum.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Trondheim Spektrum AS is a privately held Norwegian multi-purpose arena operator founded in 1964, hosting 100+ sports, concert, exhibition, and corporate events annually for up to 9,000 attendees, with on-site catering and Miljøfyrtårrn sustainability certification.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Services

NAICS

Spectator Sports (7112), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (711310)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Retail-Eating Places (5812), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports & Arena Event Venues (Stadiums, Arenas) (THAHAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Music Venues & Venue Operators (Clubs, Theaters, Arenas) (MPAIAFAB), Venue Food, Beverage & Hospitality Operations (Concessions, Catering, Premium Seating) (MPAGALAN), Event Operations & Venue Services (Box Office, FOH/BOH, Concessions) (MPAIAFAL)

Keywords

• Multi-purpose event venue
• Arena rental services
• Concert and sports hosting
• Conference and exhibition space
• Event catering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Trondheim

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental: Primary revenue stream from renting out event spaces including main halls (A-Hall, F-Hall), conference rooms, and smaller venues (Elvesvingen, Sagbruket, Mendelsohn, Salongen) to event organizers, sports federations, concert promoters, and corporate clients for various types of events.
2. Ticket Sales Commission: Revenue generated through ticket sales for events held at the venue, with partnerships with Ticketmaster, Eventim, and other ticketing platforms.
3. Food and Beverage Services: On-site catering and restaurant services including Trondheim Catering, Espressobar, snack bars, and food concessions for event attendees. The venue has one of Trondheim's largest commercial kitchens.
4. Gift Cards: Sale of gift cards valued between 250-1500 NOK that can be redeemed for tickets to events at Trondheim Spektrum.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Trondheim Spektrum rents its multi-purpose halls (A-Hall, F-Hall, E-Hall, Sagbruket, Elvesvingen, Mendelsohn, and Salongen) to sports organizations, concert and entertainment promoters, exhibition and trade fair organizers, corporate clients, and private event hosts. Its arena accommodates up to 9,000 spectators. The company also sells event tickets through partner platforms and gift cards (gavekort), and provides integrated food and beverage services via its subsidiary Trondheim Catering AS.

Product overview

Trondheim Spektrum is a multi-purpose arena complex offering venue rental and event services for sports, culture, and business events. The venue comprises several distinct spaces: the main arena for large-scale concerts and sporting events; Sagbruket (464 m² multi-zone event hall with club stage for ~400 guests); Mendelsohn (400 m² conference hall with AV equipment); Elvesvingen (190 m² riverside event space); and Salongen (185 m² elegant dining/conference space). The venue also operates comprehensive catering services through Trondheim Catering, including restaurants, bars, espresso bar, and snack facilities. The venue hosts regular event series including football viewing parties and sells gift cards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• A-Hall, F-Hall, and E-Hall (Arena) The main multi-purpose indoor arena hosting concerts, ice hockey, handball, exhibitions, and large-scale spectator events with a total capacity up to 9,000 attendees. Targeted at sports federations, concert promoters, and exhibition organizers.
• Sagbruket Event Venue Mid-sized event space within the Trondheim Spektrum complex used for corporate meetings, conferences, and private functions.
• Mendelsohn Event Venue Event space within the Trondheim Spektrum complex, available for corporate, cultural, and private events.
• Elvesvingen Event Venue Event space within the Trondheim Spektrum complex, available for corporate, cultural, and private events.
• Salongen Event Venue Smaller event space within the Trondheim Spektrum complex, suited to intimate gatherings, private celebrations, and breakout sessions.
• Trondheim Catering (Catering & Servering) In-house food and beverage service delivered by subsidiary Trondheim Catering AS, supported by one of Trondheim's largest commercial kitchens. Serves arena events, corporate functions, and private bookings held at Trondheim Spektrum.
• Gavekort (Gift Cards) Trondheim Spektrum-branded gift cards that can be redeemed at the venue's food and beverage outlets, available for purchase through the company website.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TicketmastercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary ticketing partner for event ticket sales. Handles ticket distribution for major concerts, sporting events, and exhibitions held at Trondheim Spektrum. Provides online ticket purchasing platform accessible through the venue's website.
• EventimcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSecondary ticketing platform partner for various events including Champions League handball matches, concerts, and exhibitions. Provides ticketing infrastructure and distribution network.
• Trondheim Kommune (Municipality)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal partnership for community events. The municipality collaborates with Trondheim Spektrum for events like FinnFram Fest, organized in cooperation with Idrettsrådet i Trondheim to help residents find leisure activities.
• Idrettsrådet i Trondheim (Sports Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with local sports council for sports events and community initiatives. Works together on events promoting sports and physical activity in Trondheim.
• European Region of GastronomyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrondheim Spektrum's kitchen serves as host for the European Region of Gastronomy, utilizing high-quality ingredients from producers in Trøndelag region.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DNB Arena: Multi-purpose arena in Stavanger hosting handball, ice hockey, and concerts. Comparable as a Norwegian regional arena with similar sports and entertainment event hosting capabilities, though smaller corporate footprint.
• Scandinavium: Gothenburg's iconic multi-purpose arena hosting ice hockey, concerts, and exhibitions. Directly comparable as a Scandinavian regional arena with a similar sports and entertainment event portfolio and venue rental model.
• Royal Arena: Copenhagen's multi-purpose arena hosting concerts, sports, and entertainment events. Directly comparable as a Nordic regional arena with similar venue configuration, event programming, and F&B operations.
• Grieghallen: Bergen's primary concert hall and conference venue, hosting concerts, conferences, and cultural events. Comparable as a Western Norway regional multi-purpose arena with similar venue rental economics and event programming.
• Avicii Arena: Stockholm's spherical multi-purpose arena (formerly Ericsson Globe) hosting hockey, concerts, and entertainment. Comparable as a leading Scandinavian arena for premium events and touring acts at larger scale.
• Oslo Spektrum: Norway's largest multi-purpose indoor arena in Oslo, hosting concerts, sports events, exhibitions, and conferences. Operates an almost identical venue rental, ticketing, and F&B service model — the most directly comparable peer to Trondheim Spektrum at larger scale.
• NOVA Spektrum: Convention and exhibition center in Lillestrøm near Oslo, hosting trade shows, conferences, and corporate events. Comparable exhibition- and conference-led business model, though with less concert/sports focus than Trondheim Spektrum.
• Color Line Arena: Multi-purpose arena in Hamburg, Germany, hosting sports events, concerts, and entertainment shows. Comparable venue rental and event hosting model in a similar European regional market, useful as a cross-border reference for touring act routing.

Broad incumbents

• ASM Global: World's largest venue management and services company, formed from the merger of AEG Facilities and SMG. Operates hundreds of arenas, convention centers, and theaters globally — broadly comparable business model but at much larger portfolio scale.
• AEG Facilities: Global venue management company operating major arenas worldwide including The O2 (London) and Crypto.com Arena (LA). Comparable as an arena operator but at vastly larger scale with global touring and sponsorship capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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