Hamar Olympiske Anlegg

What Hamar Olympiske Anlegg does

Hamar Olympiske Anlegg (HOA) is a Norwegian municipal entity, owned and operated by Hamar kommune, that runs two interconnected Olympic venues: Vikingskipet, a 22,000 sqm multi-purpose arena with 9,000 spectator seats and a world-record 96-meter glulam timber span built for the 1994 Lillehammer Winter Olympics, and Hamar OL-Amfi (formerly Nordlyshallen), a 5,500-seat secondary arena connected to Storhamar Ishall. Vikingskipet is Norway's national speed skating facility and one of only three European venues offering year-round summer speed skating ice (alongside Heerenveen and Inzell), giving the venue a structurally unique position in the regional ice sports ecosystem.

HOA generates revenue through five streams: (1) venue and arena rental for concerts, trade fairs, exhibitions, and corporate events; (2) ice rental and public skating access, sold via daily tickets, season passes, and club allocations; (3) catering fees from Compass Group Norge under the 'Skipet Kafé' brand; (4) meeting and conference facility rentals for 2-200 persons; and (5) sponsorship and partnership packages. Distribution is primarily direct (in-house sales team, website, BookUp booking system) with Ticketmaster handling consumer ticketing.

The company serves a diversified base that includes national and local sports federations and clubs (speed skating, figure skating, bandy, ice hockey), event organizers and promoters (The Gathering, Idrettsgallaen co-owned by NRK, NIF, and Norsk Tipping), corporate clients for meetings and conferences, elite athletes requiring summer ice, and the general public for recreational skating and seasonal events (Oktoberfest, Høstmarked, Hjelpemiddelmesse). A small team of approximately 10 employees manages operations under municipal ownership, with key sales and event coordination handled in-house and ancillary services outsourced.

Name

Hamar Olympiske Anlegg

Legal name

Hamar Olympiske Anlegg

Website

https://vikingskipet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Hamar Olympiske Anlegg is a Hamar municipality-owned operator of two 1994 Winter Olympics venues, Vikingskipet and Hamar OL-Amfi, renting multi-purpose arena space, ice time, meeting facilities, and catering to sports clubs, event organizers, corporate clients, and the public in Eastern Norway.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Multi-Purpose Sports and Event Venue Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Skiing Facilities (71392)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Racing, Including Track Operation (7948)

akta.pro primary industry

Ice Rinks & Winter Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAG)

Keywords

• Multi-purpose arena
• Venue rental services
• Olympic sports facility
• Event hosting services
• Ice sports venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Hamar

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Venue and Arena Rental: Rental of Vikingskipet and Hamar OL-Amfi for sports events, concerts, exhibitions, trade fairs, corporate events, and private functions. Revenue generated from hall rental fees, seating capacity charges, and technical setup services.
2. Ice Rental and Sports Facility Access: Public ice access during winter and summer seasons. Revenue from daily tickets, season passes, and rental of ice time to sports clubs and athletes.
3. Catering and Food Services: Compass Group Norge operates catering under the 'Skipet Kafé' brand, providing food and beverage services during events and daily operations. HOA receives contractual share or facility fees.
4. Meeting and Conference Facilities: Rental of meeting rooms (2-200 persons), boardrooms, and conference facilities to corporate clients for business meetings, seminars, and events.
5. Sponsorship and Partnership Packages: Partnership agreements with businesses providing visibility during events, access to VIP experiences, and branding opportunities in exchange for sponsorship fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hamar Olympiske Anlegg operates two Olympic-grade multi-purpose venues (Vikingskipet and Hamar OL-Amfi) in Hamar, Norway, providing venue rental, ice activities, event hosting, catering, and meeting facilities. Core services include rental of 13,000 sqm of column-free event space for sports competitions, concerts, exhibitions, trade fairs, and corporate events, complemented by year-round public skating, sports club ice rentals, skating school, and on-site catering through Compass Group.

Product overview

Hamar Olympiske Anlegg operates two interconnected Olympic venues: Vikingskipet (the main 22,000 sqm arena with 9,000 spectator capacity) and Hamar OL-Amfi (with 5,500 seating). Together with Vikingskipet Sport retail and Skipet Kafé (operated by Compass Group), the facilities offer year-round ice activities, event hosting services, and meeting facilities. The portfolio includes core venue rental for sports, concerts, and exhibitions, combined with ancillary services like skating schools, retail, and catering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vikingskipet Venue Rental The main arena facility - a 22,000 sqm multi-purpose venue built for the 1994 Winter Olympics, serving as Norway's national speed skating arena and hosting major concerts, exhibitions, and sporting events. The venue features 13,000 sqm of column-free floor space, 9,000 spectator seats, 20,000 concert capacity, and 2,300 parking spaces.
• Hamar OL-Amfi Venue Rental Also known as Nordlyshallen or CC-Amfi - one of two Olympic arenas built for the 1994 Winter Olympics. Home arena for Storhamar Hockey, featuring 5,500 seating capacity, 6,100 total spectator capacity, 1,800 sqm floor space, modern lighting and sound systems, and VIP facilities for approximately 50 persons in hall and separate room.
• Vikingskipet Sport Retail Retail shop at the reception offering skating equipment, skates of all types, and sports gear. Staffed by knowledgeable personnel for advice. Provides equipment rental for skaters and visitors.
• Ice Activities (Isaktiviteter) Year-round ice activities including speed skating, bandy, figure skating, and ice hockey. Features both winter ice (November-February) and summer ice (July-August). Daily tickets and season passes available. Summer ice is one of only 3 European venues with summer speed skating ice (alongside Heerenveen and Inzell).
• Skøyteskole (Skating School) Skating lessons offered by Hamar IL Skøyter for children ages 6-10, held every Tuesday. First two sessions are free with skate rental available.
• Skipet Kafé Catering Services Café operated by Compass Group Norge offering modern food concepts combining local ingredients and Nordic flavors, catering to daily visitors, event audiences, and meeting guests. Provides catering services for events of different target groups.
• Meeting and Conference Facilities Meeting rooms and conference facilities accommodating groups from 2 to 200 persons, with catering options and nearby accommodation partnerships. Includes boardrooms, cafeteria seating 120, and VIP facilities for approximately 50 persons.
• Event Hosting Services Comprehensive event organization services for exhibitions, trade shows, concerts, galas, and festivals, including technical solutions and experienced staff. Provides full-service event coordination from planning to execution.

Quantifiable outcome

• One of only 3 venues in Europe with summer speed skating ice
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Compass Group NorgecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 June 2026Compass Group Norge was awarded the catering contract for Vikingskipet in June 2026. They are developing new solutions for kitchen and café areas and have launched 'Skipet Kafé' offering modern food combining local ingredients, Nordic flavors, and flexible service solutions for different target groups and events. Compass Group prioritizes collaboration with local suppliers and contributes to regional value creation.
• NRKflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 April 2026NRK is co-owner and broadcaster of Idrettsgallaen, Norway's annual sports awards gala. The 26th edition will be held in Hamar OL-Amfi on January 9, 2027, with NRK providing live television broadcast. Erik Skarrud serves as board chairman of Idrettsgallaen representing NRK.
• Norges IdrettsforbundflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 April 2026Norwegian Sports Federation is co-owner of Idrettsgallaen along with NRK and Norsk Tipping. Rune Midthaug represents the federation at Idrettsgallaen events. The federation values Hamar's experience and solid partnership for hosting this major annual sports awards ceremony.
• Norsk TippingflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 April 2026Norsk Tipping is co-owner of Idrettsgallaen. Bernt Plassgård from Norsk Tipping expressed pride in Hamar hosting the annual sports celebration, stating 'It was here it started, and Idrettsgalla and Hamar belong together.' The 26th edition is scheduled for January 9, 2027.
• The GatheringflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2024Three-year agreement signed November 2024 ensuring The Gathering esports festival remains at Vikingskipet. The Gathering has been a fixed Easter tradition at Vikingskipet since 1996 and is one of the world's largest gaming festivals. HOA is described as a unique partner with strong mutual trust built over decades. The agreement provides predictability and a solid foundation for delivering fantastic experiences to participants.
• Hamar ArbeiderbladcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 November 2023Local newspaper partnership for joint events including free family days in Vikingskipet during pre-Christmas period. The collaboration provides community engagement, free activities for families, and cross-promotion of both organizations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Thialf: Heerenveen, Netherlands-based speed skating arena and one of only three European venues (with Vikingskipet and Inzell) offering year-round summer speed skating ice. Operates the same core business model of national-team training, international competitions, and multi-purpose events, with a comparable public/municipal-style ownership structure.
• Max Aicher Arena: Inzell, Germany-based speed skating venue and the third European facility offering summer speed-skating ice alongside Vikingskipet and Thialf. Operates a similar model of elite training, national team hosting, and community ice access, making it a directly comparable international peer.
• Håkons Hall: Lillehammer, Norway-based multi-purpose arena also built for the 1994 Winter Olympics (ice hockey venue). Operates the same combination of elite ice sports, concerts, and events in the same Norwegian Olympic-heritage context, making it the closest domestic comparable.

Regional players

• Telenor Arena: Bærum/Oslo-based 15,000+ capacity multi-purpose arena hosting concerts, sports, and corporate events. Competes with Vikingskipet for large touring concerts and event bookings within Norway and represents a benchmark for modern arena operations in the region.
• Oslo Spektrum: Oslo-based 9,000+ capacity multi-purpose arena hosting concerts, exhibitions, and corporate events. A larger regional competitor in the Norwegian event market that draws on overlapping concert and exhibition demand from the same promoter and corporate client base as Vikingskipet.
• DNB Arena: Stavanger-based multi-purpose arena (formerly Viking Stadion) hosting concerts, sports, and exhibitions. Comparable regional Norwegian event venue that competes for the same touring concert and trade show demand as Vikingskipet.
• Scandinavium: Gothenburg, Sweden-based 12,000+ capacity arena built for the 1958 World Ice Hockey Championship. Operates concerts, ice sports, and exhibitions, providing a Nordic multi-purpose comparable with overlapping ice sports and event programming.
• Trondheim Spektrum: Trondheim-based multi-purpose arena hosting concerts, exhibitions, conferences, and sporting events. Comparable regional Norwegian venue with overlapping concert and conference market overlap with Vikingskipet.
• Malmö Arena: Malmö, Sweden-based 12,000+ capacity multi-purpose arena hosting concerts, ice hockey (Malmö Redhawks), and corporate events. A Nordic comparable in both ice sports operations and event-hosting business mix.
• Color Line Arena: Hamburg, Germany-based multi-purpose arena operated by A.S.O. Live. Comparable larger-capacity European venue for concerts, sports, and family events with a similar publicly-frequented entertainment positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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