15/4/2024

LIWLIG Group Oy acquires the leading Nordic Norwegian luxury event organizer Off Piste AS

The traditional and well-reputed Off Piste AS gets new majority owners. The company, which for nearly thirty years has created unique and unforgettable experiences, will become part of the Nordic LIWLIG group.

Global demand for luxury services is rising due to increased global wealth, a preference for personalized experiences, the influence of social media and shifting consumer values towards authenticity and sustainability. Off Piste AS combines high professionalism and Nordic values creating a winning formula in this growing segment.

Off Piste has 18 dedicated employees who annually organize about sixty unique events that create unforgettable memories for the guests. Off Piste's clients are evenly distributed between businesses and private individuals. They value discretion, and the company also consciously maintains a low public profile. Half of the company's events are conducted outside Norway's borders, and nearly 40 percent of the customers are international. This illustrates the company's international competence, insight, and network.

“With Liwlig behind us, we will create even better experiences and lasting memories for our customers. We become part of a larger network and can draw on more resources, expertise, and new technology when necessary. We already have a solid customer base in Norway and Sweden and are experiencing significant and increasing interest in the unique services we provide. Both Finland and Denmark are exciting markets that we now will have easier access to”LIWLIG, says Jan Axel Syberg, CEO of Off Piste.

“In Off Piste, we have found something truly unique, an impressive team which has access to and insight into customer groups that are new to us. We look forward to getting to know all the employees at Off Piste, introducing the company to our other Liwlig agencies and their customers and vice versa, says” Timo Aalto, founder and CEO of Liwlig Group.

Off Piste will continue with the same name and brand, and the same leadership and organization as now.

Off piste facts: Founded: February 1996 18 employees in Oslo The company delivers experiences for corporate clients and private individuals Typical experiences the company delivers are: weddings, parties, birthdays, kick-offs, and trips Has since its inception arranged over 2,000 experiences in more than 45 countries Clients divided 50 / 50 between corporate clients and private individuals. Results 2023: Operating income: NOK 142 million, Profit: NOK 14.3 million Expected turnover in 2024: NOK 160 million

LIWLIG Group Facts: LIWLIG Group is at the forefront of event management in the Nordic region, specializing in producing extraordinary events for corporate clients. LIWLIG Group already owns leading agencies in all the Nordic countries: TAPAUS Oy in Finland, EventyrNineyards AB in Sweden, 6.Sans AS and Gyro Group AS in Norway and Welcome A/S in Denmark. LIWLIG Group has 310 employees and a pro forma turnover of 110 million Euros in 2023.

For more information: Timo Aalto CEO of LIWLIG Group Oy timo.aalto@liwlig.com tel. +358400801205

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