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Since the seventies, the Brunvoll strategy has been to develop
products and concepts that have international market potential
– and to build these products in Norway. In 2015, eighty-five per
cent of our revenues came from exports indirectly or directly.
This solid international market penetration and development is
made possible by an integrated agent team representing Brunvoll
in all corners of the world. This has given a distribution of sales
in several markets that provides continued opportunities for
growth, at the same time as it spreads market risk and reduces
dependence on individual markets and customers.
For Brunvoll, business risk relates to economic cycles, market
conditions, competition and changes in the competitive
climate, as well as general patterns in the markets in which the
company operates.
We are aware of the challenges posed by such changes, and seek
to meet them through the constant improvement of our products,
production methods, sourcing, marketing concepts, skills set,
development and business relations. Brunvoll continues to invest
in new technology and intellectual capital in order to stay ahead
of its competitors and remain competitive, on the basis that the
solutions, development and production takes place in Molde.
Best regards,
Arthur Brunvoll
In the spring of 2016 we are moving into our newly enhanced
Brunvoll Competence Center where we gather the rest of our
operations. This means that all parts of the company is within
walking distance, integrating all functions even more for the
benefit of all stakeholders in Brunvoll.
Since its establishment in 1912 Brunvoll has played an important
role in the local community, and has been conscious of the
social responsibility this entails. A sustainable Brunvoll takes
responsibility for the individuals and communities which are
affected by its business activities, at the same time as it ensures
profitability and financial security. This responsibility is part of
the company’s values and affects our entire value chain – from
product development and manufacture, sales and service through
a long product lifetime.
At Brunvoll, we are convinced that our long-term strategies and
sustainability will be beneficial for our customers, employees,
government, community and owners.
Our intention is to continuously develop our company along
these lines together with our customers and partners.
CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT
Global Reach from Molde
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Annual Report 2015