Kongsberg Maritime has taken a decisive step toward becoming an independent company after shareholders of Kongsberg Gruppen formally approved its separation at an extraordinary general meeting on 22 January. The move clears the way for the maritime technology developer to be listed as a standalone company on the Oslo stock exchange, with a planned listing date of 23 April.
Following the spin‑off, Kongsberg Gruppen will continue as two business areas – Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Kongsberg Discovery – under the Kongsberg name, while Kongsberg Maritime will operate independently.
“At Kongsberg Maritime, we are ready to take the next step and stand on our own feet,” said incoming chief executive Lisa Edvardsen Haugan. She said the company is well prepared for the transition, citing organisational changes, a new management team, and strengthened critical functions since the split was announced in October 2025.
The new company will remain headquartered in Norway and continue expanding globally, with more than 80% of revenues coming from international markets. The Norwegian state has confirmed its intention to retain a majority ownership stake of 50.004% in both Kongsberg and Kongsberg Maritime.
A new board of directors has been appointed to guide the company through the transition to independence. No immediate action is required from stakeholders beyond monitoring progress toward the April listing.
