Completed the acquisition of Norway-based 4Service

After the proposed acquisition was submitted to the Norwegian Competition Authority for review in November 2024, the Authority has now given its approval. This marks the start of the integration process between the two companies.

"We are pleased that the positive decision from the competition authorities came so early in 2025. This acquisition gives both companies a unique opportunity to grow and develop as one unified organization. Together, we will create new opportunities for our employees and deliver industry-leading services to current and future customers. Ahead of us lies an exciting time where we will integrate culture, brands and, not least, all our talented employees into one unified and leading provider of food and service services in the Norwegian market."

Ingvil Fongod, Managing Director i Compass Group Norge.

Since its inception in 2010, 4Service has grown to become a leader in food and beverage services in Norway. With 6,700 employees and a strong culture of entrepreneurship, the company has established itself as a market leader. Together with the approximately 3,000 employees in Compass Group Norway, the merged company will become a significant player in the Norwegian market.

Since its inception in 2010, 4Service has grown to become a leader in food and service services in Norway. With 6,700 employees and a strong culture of entrepreneurship, the company has established itself as a market leader. Together with the approximately 3,000 employees in Compass Group Norway, the merged company will become a significant player in the Norwegian market.

- "Together, we are creating a leading environment that sets a new standard in the industry and strengthens our position as a market leader. With a focus on innovation, new concepts, sustainability and a union of two strong cultures, we look forward to further developing both the industry and the market with innovative services that put the customer's needs at the center. Says Tor Rønhovde, Chief Executive Officer of 4Service.

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Siden oppstarten i 2010 har 4Service vokst til å bli ledende innen mat- og servicetjenester i Norge. Med 6700 ansatte og en sterk kultur for entreprenørskap, har selskapet etablert seg som en markedsleder. Sammen med de rundt 3000 ansatte i Compass Group Norge vil det sammenslåtte selskapet bli en betydelig aktør i det norske markedet.

– Sammen skaper vi et ledende miljø som setter en ny standard i bransjen og styrker vår posisjon som markedsleder. Med fokus på innovasjon, nye konsepter, bærekraft og en forening av to sterke kulturer, ser vi frem til å videreutvikle både bransjen og markedet med innovative tjenester som setter kundens behov i sentrum. Det sier Tor Rønhovde, Chief Executive Officer i 4Service.

"Our goal is to leverage the complementary strengths and shared values of Compass Group Norway and 4Service. Together, we are creating a leading environment that sets a new standard in the industry and strengthens our position as a market leader. With a focus on innovation, new concepts, sustainability and a union of two strong cultures, we look forward to further developing both the industry and the market with innovative services that put the customer's needs at the center."

Tor Rønhovde, Chief Executive Officer i 4Service.