Merger to create leading EPS raw material company, facilitating growth of downstream business

BEWI has entered into an agreement with The Rock Capital Group (TRCG), an international investment firm and the owner of Unipol Holland B.V. (Unipol), to combine their respective raw material businesses to create a leading EPS (expanded polystyrene) producer in Europe. While maintaining a 49 per cent ownership, BEWI releases capital and resources to accelerate growth in energy-efficient solutions for buildings and circular packaging solutions.

From Chef to Catalyst of Norway’s Seafood Industry

With a career spanning from chef and restaurant owner to State Secretary at the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Fisheries, Roy Angelvik has built unique expertise at the intersection of politics and business. Today, he uses this experience as a business developer at BEWI Invest, contributing to strengthening Norway’s seafood industry – one of the country’s most important export sectors.

Creating diamonds from companies and people

– 2024 has been a challenging year, but at the same time, we’ve reached milestones that show what can be achieved through hard work and long-term choices, says Bjørnar André Ulstein, CEO of BEWI Invest. In this interview, he reflects on the values, challenges, and highlights of the past year.

Up close with the Chairman

When the accountant Stig Wærnes was asked if he would like to do “some real work”, he didn’t hesitate to accept. “I’ve learned a lot from Svenn (Bekken, editor’s note),” he says, adding that a bit of “craziness” is essential for success.

Not always smooth sailing

Life in the business world has its ups and downs, and Bård Skogstad at Fiizk knows this all too well. A challenging 2022 could have ment the end for the company if it had not been part of BEWI Invest’s portfolio. Meet the man who was in charge of the finances when the situation was at its most crucial.

Grounded and relatable

– She believes that to excel professionally, it’s crucial to have a fulfilling personal life as well.

Driven by value creation

– I often have an idea of what I will do when I go to work. But then a series of other issues appear as well. I think it’s important to have varied and exciting tasks to thrive at work, says Mona Raaum Jansen.