Norway’s long-heralded reputation as an environment where difficult problems find their natural solutions is built upon historic achievements that belie the natural challenges of a small population, demanding climate and a physical location stretching right up to the northernmost borders of humanity. Norwegians have been responsible for countless firsts in diverse fields from polar exploration to marine biology. The common theme – one of achievement against all odds – also permeates Norwegian industry and research communities. The bedrock of these achievements is a culture of resourcefulness, suffused with innovation and cooperation – philosophies shared by the composite industry.