Key Information
Frier Vest offers fully zoned sites that facilitate green and sustainable industrial development in the heart of the industrial Grenland-region in Southern Norway.
What is Frier Vest?
Frier Vest is a fully zoned industrial area of approximately 914 acres (370 hectares), strategically located along the coast of Telemark, near Porsgrunn and Skien in Southern Norway. The area is developed to attract green industrial establishments. It is one of the largest fully zoned industrial areas along the Oslofjord, with direct access to a modern public port, maritime transport, and other essential industrial infrastructure.
Development Plans
The Industrial Park of Tomorrow
Frier Vest is being developed as a modern industrial park where businesses can benefit from shared resources. We are facilitating a circular economy where the reuse of emissions and by-products will lead to better resource utilization and increased sustainability. New establishments will support the region’s goal of green transformation.
A Port Facility for the Future
Frier Vest Port Terminal will be a publicly owned port facility designed to ensure accessibility for all users and efficient cargo handling. When fully developed, the terminal will consist of large operational areas and an extended quay line with a depth of 14 meters. Construction is underway, and the terminal will be operational in 2026. Future expansions will be adapted to demand and industrial development in the area.
Sustainable Industrial Development
Frier Vest shares the Grenland region's ambition to become the world’s first climate-positive industrial region. We prioritize environmentally friendly solutions where alternatives exist and are committed to sustainable development for future industries.
Key Facts
Size: 914 acres (370 hectares) of fully zoned industrial land
Port Access: Modern deep-water quay with a depth of 14 meters, suitable for all types of cargo
Industrial Infrastructure: Access to electric power, cooling water, and process water
Transport Connections: Only 6 km to the E18 highway and close proximity to Oslo, Kristiansand, railway and an international airport.
International Connectivity: Regular maritime transport to the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, the UK, and Sweden
Official Zoning Documents (In Norwegian Only)
- Planbeskrivelse, områderegulering for Frier Vest - 2019-05-20
- Områderegulering for Frier Vest - 2022-01-26
- Detaljregulering for Frier-Tråk - 2022-07-15
- Områdeplan for Frier Vest - supplerende planbeskrivelse - reguleringsendringer - 2023-02-02
- Reguleringsbestemmelser til områderegulering for Frier Vest - 2023-09-06
- Reguleringsplan for Frier-Tråk i Bamble kommune - avgjerd i motsegnssak - 2024-03-18
- Detaljregulering for Frier-Tråk, planbeskrivelse med konsekvensutredning - 2024-03-18
- Reguleringsbestemmelser til detaljregulering Frier-Tråk - 2024-03-18
Unique Location and Expertise
Grenland is a national center for process industry and technology, with a population of approximately 100,000 and close to 500,000 people within one hour’s travel.
The region has strong industrial expertise, robust research environments, and active collaboration between industry and academia, particularly through the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) and private research institutions.
Five Advantages for Investors
Frier Vest offers unique benefits for investors:
Large, fully zoned areas with proximity to the port
Modern, publicly owned port terminal for efficient maritime transport
Sustainable industrial development focused on green transformation
Supportive industrial and research environments with access to expertise and innovation
Attractive residential and work regions offering urban and natural qualities
Urban Life, Culture, Mountains, and Coastline
Grenland offers a combination of urban amenities and stunning nature.
The municipalities of Bamble, Porsgrunn, Skien, Kragerø, Drangedal, and Siljan form a joint residential and work region with the largest population concentration between Oslo and Kristiansand. The cities feature vibrant cultural scenes, cozy cafés, and restaurants, while the region is surrounded by forests, mountains, and a beautiful coastline.
Grenland has a well-developed public transport system, an efficient cycling network, and minimal traffic congestion, making it easy to get around for both work and leisure.
Residents can choose to live in urban, rural, or coastal areas – all at affordable prices.
Frier Vest is the ideal choice for forward-looking industrial companies seeking sustainable growth and access to national and international markets.
Ownership of Frier Vest
Frier Vest Holding AS is owned by Port of Grenland (45.94%), Siva Eiendom Holding AS (33.94%), and Bamble Municipality (20.11%). Port of Grenland is an intermunicipal company owned by the municipalities of Skien, Porsgrunn, and Bamble. Siva – The Industrial Development Corporation of Norway – is a state-owned enterprise supporting sustainable industrial value creation and production. Bamble Municipality views the project as a key investment to strengthen local and regional business development.
