We reviewed the Arendal Sound 1528 Monitor 8 ($5,900/pr) a 3-way standmount loudspeaker with dual 8" woofers The Arendal Sound new 1528 Monitor 8s are among the largest and most powerful standmount speakers available. However, size and power don’t necessarily equate to quality. Having reviewed many of Arendal’s loudspeakers in the past I suspected that they weren't simply aiming to create a home theater powerhouse but rather a speaker that would excel in every aspect the 1528 features enhanced styling and curvature It costs twice as much as the 1723 Monitor—does it offer double the value And how does it compare to other speakers in this market segment These are some of the questions we’ll explore in today’s review Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8 Speakers First Listen & Overview                                          Performance × Price Factor/Value = Rating James Larson is Audioholics' primary loudspeaker and subwoofer reviewer on account of his deep knowledge of loudspeaker functioning and performance and also his overall enthusiasm toward moving the state of audio science forward Copyright © 1998–2025 Audioholics Accessibility The best speakers from Arendal Sound have arrived but their new flagship towers will set you back $9,500/pair USD Home > Latest > New Products > Loudspeakers > Floorstanding Speakers > Arendal Sound Announces 1528 Loudspeaker Series New and improved acoustic isolation feet that simply make loudspeakers sound better Just choose the size closest to the weight of your speaker The $349 Beosound A1 3rd Gen adds sound upgrades and the same IP67 waterproof build—still one of the most stylish portable Bluetooth.. the Tivoli Audio Model One BT 70's Color Collection is both a Bluetooth speaker and table-top radio in five retro colors Unlock the gates of Asgard with Schiit Valhalla 3 — a fully modern OTL/OCL tube headphone amp forged for high-impedance cans and audiophiles who.. the Audiolab D7 and D9 DACs feature ESS chips and versatile connectivity for audiophiles Upgrade Mom's home audio and video experiences this Mother's Day with 10 gift ideas she'll absolutely love -- and you might too SVS will showcase their flagship Ultra Evolution home theater speaker system for T.H.E The Arendal Sound 1961 loudspeaker line is not ready to be retired Check out all 6 speakers and 2 subwoofers priced under $2000/pair Does Sony's advanced new wireless home theater system earn its lofty price tag Our favorite floorstanding loudspeakers to buy in 2024 are from Bowers & Wilkins The Bowers & Wilkins 703 S3 is the least expensive floorstanding loudspeaker with a tweeter-on-top design in the 700 series In-depth review compares the Q Acoustics 5050 floorstanding loudspeakers ($1,999/pair) with three different amplifiers to reveal what makes them sing For less than the cost of dinner and a movie out with the family you can bring home this eight channel home theater speaker.. ecoustics is a hi-fi and music magazine offering product reviews, podcasts, news and advice for aspiring audiophiles, home theater enthusiasts and headphone hipsters. Read more → Copyright © 1999-2024 ecoustics | Disclaimer: We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8 and Center 8+ speakers deliver audiophile sound Our review dives deep with measurements & listening and value that could challenge even the most established names in the high-end audio world Arendal Sound has quickly built a reputation for crafting speakers that emphasize both technical excellence and value a rare combination in a market saturated with inflated price tags and diminishing returns Arendal has entered the rarified air of true flagship designs These speakers boast advanced materials like lithium-magnesium tweeters paired with meticulously engineered enclosures designed to optimize time alignment The 1528 Tower 8 and Center 8+ are strikingly ambitious not just in their size and weight but also in their engineering uncompromising statements that challenge listeners to expect more from their audio experience But towering specifications and elegant design don’t automatically translate to greatness The true test lies in the sound—can these speakers live up to their claims Let’s see if the Arendal 1528 series earns its place among the finest speakers in the market The Arendal 1528 Tower 8 and Center 8+ are as visually imposing as they are meticulously crafted The Tower 8 stands an impressive 56.3 inches tall (with the included feet) and weighs a back-breaking 174 pounds while the Center 8+ is a jaw-dropping 53 inches wide and tips the scales at 181 pounds The sheer size and weight of these speakers signal their serious intent but it’s the thoughtful design and quality of materials that make them truly remarkable Available in Polar Satin White and Cobalt Satin Grey finishes The cabinets are constructed from high-density fiberboard (HDF) with advanced bracing and butyl dampening to reduce resonance The front baffle’s compound curve design not only enhances aesthetics but also serves to time-align the drivers for improved acoustic performance The cabinets are as solid as any speaker I’ve encountered—short of concrete or granite The Center 8+ is undeniably the largest center channel I’ve ever reviewed with the same impeccable build quality and sophisticated lines preserving the sleek appearance while offering protection for the drivers These speakers look every bit the part of flagship performers blending modern elegance with functional precision The Arendal 1528 series showcases some of the most sophisticated engineering I’ve seen in a loudspeaker These 3-way designs feature advanced driver materials and enclosures that minimize distortion while maximizing acoustic performance The 8-inch aluminum woofers feature a prism ridge design for added stiffness and are crossed over to handle lower midrange frequencies all the way down to the lowest notes ensuring seamless transitions across the audio spectrum These drivers deliver bass that is both deep and articulate with distortion levels remarkably low even at high outputs high tolerance components like air-core inductors polypropylene capacitors and high power resistors on standoffs to minimize heat This attention to detail ensures optimal performance and longevity while the ability to adjust the midrange and treble levels on the back of the speaker adds another layer of flexibility Read our Arendal 1528 Series Overview for information on the driver tech and design details The Arendal 1528 series requires careful placement and high-quality amplification to achieve its full potential I positioned the Towers 12 inches from the back wall and 9 feet apart with my seating position approximately 11.5 feet from the center of the listening area After experimenting with toe-in angles in 1-inch increments I settled on a slight 3-degree off-axis orientation These speakers need space to achieve their full performance potential Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8 In-Room Bass Extension @ RSP (1/12th octave smoothed) Gene measured the Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8's in-room response (left + right) at the Reference Seating Position (RSP) and was pleasantly surprised to see usable bass extension down to 17Hz Each song brought a unique flavor and revealed the strengths of the 1528 Towers in a variety of musical styles This track is a serene exploration of soft acoustic melodies and layered vocals making it an excellent test for imaging and soundstage The Arendal 1528 Towers excelled at placing the lead vocal front and center with a lifelike quality that felt as though the singer was performing directly in front of me The accompanying acoustic guitars were rendered with warmth and a natural richness each string strum precise and full-bodied.The harmonic layering in the track provided a challenge for detail retrieval Background vocals were delicately woven into the soundstage maintaining a sense of air and space that enveloped the room A particular standout moment came when I noticed the 1528s’ ability to reveal the subtle decay of the guitar notes the speakers preserved the natural reverberation adding a layer of realism that pulled me deeper into the performance When the song reached its instrumental swells keeping every element distinct while filling the room with a sense of expansiveness that belied their physical location the low-end warmth from the 1528s was satisfying adding depth to the experience without overshadowing the delicate higher frequencies has become known for his innovative mix of classical techniques and contemporary flair His rendition of Sweet Dreams is a percussive guitar showcase blending intricate fingerstyle techniques with dynamic The Arendal 1528 Towers revealed every nuance of this track from the sharp attack of each plucked string to the deep The tactile nature of Marcin’s performance came through vividly with the Towers delivering the snap of his percussive strikes with energy and precision.When I engaged the RTJ subwoofers the performance reached a new level of impact The subs seamlessly complemented the Towers reinforcing the bass transients without muddying the clarity of the midrange or highs The dynamic shifts in this track were handled with ease showcasing the 1528s’ ability to move from soft The combination of the Towers and subs provided a concert-level experience immersing me in the physicality of the performance The Boy Who Stole the Blues by Mighty Mo Rodgers brings a deeply emotional and personal touch to his music blending Rodgers’ gravelly vocals with resonant piano notes and a warm The 1528 Tower 8s brought a remarkable sense of presence to Rodgers’ voice highlighting every nuance of his expressive delivery It was as if the singer had stepped into my listening room with the texture and weight of his performance conveyed effortlessly.The backing piano had a clear and the speakers captured the subtle resonances that give the instrument its lifelike quality providing a solid foundation for the track ensuring that no single element dominated the mix immersive listening experience that felt true to the genre an experimental band pushing the boundaries of heavy music creates tracks that demand attention and challenge the listener Butcheress is a relentless barrage of heavy guitars and aggressive dynamics—a true stress test for any speaker system The Arendal 1528 Tower 8s handled the layered instrumentation with authority delivering crushing guitar riffs with clarity and weight The speakers maintained composure even at high volumes ensuring that the chaotic elements of the track never blurred together The subs extended the low end into chest-thumping territory while the Towers retained their precision and balance in the midrange and highs and the 1528s’ ability to separate each instrument within the mix made it easy to follow the track’s intricate details This combination transformed my listening room into a high-energy venue making it impossible not to get swept up in the intensity of the music The Arendal 1528 Tower 8s demonstrated their versatility and capability across a wide range of musical genres Whether it was the delicate acoustics of Bloom the soulful warmth of The Boy Who Stole the Blues The addition of the RTJ subwoofers further elevated the experience the 1528s proved to be formidable performers They brought music to life in a way that was both engaging and true to the artist’s intent making them a standout choice for any audiophile or music lover To truly put the Arendal 1528 Tower 8 and Center 8+ through their paces in a multichannel configuration The towers handled the front left and right channels with the Center 8+ anchoring dialogue and primary elements Supporting this configuration were 4 RBH Sound SI-615/R height channels and a pair of RBH Sound SV-821 rear surround speakers providing an unparalleled solid foundation for both music and movies crafted Boom to be an explosive mix of pounding basslines The Arendal 1528 Towers brought this track to life with incredible slam and energy The RTJ subs added a physicality to the bass that was felt as much as heard making the experience almost nightclub-like.What impressed me most was the system’s ability to maintain clarity during the track’s busiest moments The shimmering highs from the synths were distinct floating effortlessly above the relentless bass the sound never became overwhelming or harsh The 1528 system proved its prowess in delivering both power and precision creating an engaging and visceral experience with its funky bassline and sharp percussion is a testament to Queen’s ability to combine rock and groove seamlessly The Arendal system rendered John Deacon’s famous bassline with precision and punch Freddie Mercury’s vocals were delivered with a presence that made it feel like he was performing right in the room courtesy of the Center 8+.The drum hits had an explosive snap and Brian May’s guitar riffs cut through the mix with sharpness and energy The Arendal system’s wide dispersion ensured consistent sound quality across all seating positions while the seamless integration between the Tower 8s and the Center 8+ created a cohesive soundstage The system’s ability to highlight the nuances of this track while maintaining its driving energy was outstanding The Chain demands both emotional depth and sonic precision The Arendal 1528 system delivered in spades presenting the layered harmonies and acoustic elements with stunning clarity The Towers captured the intricate guitar work and haunting vocal harmonies placing them within an immersive and expansive soundstage.As the track built to its iconic bassline-driven finale the RTJ subs added a powerful depth that resonated throughout the room The Center 8+ ensured the vocals remained enveloping and rich even as the music reached its dramatic peak This performance showcased the system’s ability to handle subtle dynamics and raw power with equal skill Some of my tried-and-true surround demos include these scenes which I selected to push the Arendal 1528 speakers to their limits To evaluate the system’s cinematic performance I utilized my 5.4.4 surround configuration All movies were played through my Oppo BDP-103 Blu-ray player Each scene highlighted the system’s ability to render exceptional detail even during the most chaotic action sequences is a modern Western that pays homage to the genre’s classic roots and their chemistry drives the film’s emotional weight The climactic gunfight is legendary for its visceral realism making it an ideal demo for the Arendal 1528 system.The Arendal 1528 Towers and Center 8+ rendered every detail with startling precision echoing through the room with a lifelike sense of space subtle background sounds like the rustling wind and creaking wood were clearly audible cutting through the chaos without losing impact making the experience not just heard but felt The 1528 system demonstrated its ability to balance detail and raw power seamlessly Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) is a meticulously crafted historical drama starring Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany The first sea battle is a masterclass in sound design blending the natural ambiance of a 19th-century ship with the deafening roar of cannon fire The Arendal 1528 system brought the scene to life with stunning accuracy.The creaking of the ship and the distant crash of waves were rendered with extraordinary detail by the 1528 Towers the system’s dynamic range was on full display with cannon blasts shaking the room while maintaining clarity in the overlapping layers of sound The Center 8+ ensured that dialogue between Crowe and Bettany remained perfectly clear The RTJ subs provided the low-frequency punch that gave the cannon shots their seismic impact The Arendal system excelled in reproducing the intricate interplay of sound drawing me into the chaos while keeping every element distinct is the ultimate feast for the eyes and ears and its race scene has become something of a rite of passage for home theater demos it’s almost overplayed at this point—every AV enthusiast and their neighbor has probably used it to flex their system—but there’s a reason for its ubiquity: it’s just that good Even if I’ve seen it enough times to quote the dialogue in my sleep I still find it irresistible as a demo track.The Arendal Towers captured the frantic energy of the race with remarkable precision The sound of cars tearing through the room was rendered with pinpoint accuracy Explosions and crashes had visceral impact while the Towers ensured that even the tiniest details like shards of metal and splintering debris The Center 8+ made sure the dialogue was clearly heard The 1528 system’s ability to maintain clarity and render fine details is a sprawling sci-fi epic with a sound design as grand as its visuals The sandcrawler rescue scene is a standout moment and the menacing presence of the sandworm.The Arendal 1528 system excelled at conveying the vastness of the scene from the deep rumble of the sandcrawler’s engines to the ominous roar of the approaching sandworm The RTJ subs provided a foundation of bass that gave the sandworm’s presence a tangible weight while the Towers ensured that even the smallest details As the scene transitioned from tense quiet to chaotic action delivering the score’s soaring crescendos with power and precision The Center 8+ kept up dynamically with the towers and ensured clear crisp dialogue The 1528’s ability to balance subtlety and intensity was on full display making this one of the most immersive experiences of the demo Besides being world-class Hi-Fi speakers, The Arendal 1528 system holds its own with some of the best and most dynamic dedicated theater speakers on the market, delivering an unparalleled cinematic experience. A theater system fortified with a full 1528 deployment will bring the goods, even in larger THX Dominus size spaces Measurements by Jay's Iyagi Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8 Loudspeaker Review Discussion The Arendal 1528 Tower Speakers were measured using the standard quasi-anechoic measurement method The speakers were measured outdoors in free air with tweeters around 8ft off from the ground This was achieved by placing the loudspeakers on top of a crate A calibrated earthwork microphone was placed around 1 meter from the tweeter giving me approximately 6ms of gated window time with accuracy down to around 200hz Then the sum of the nearfield measurements of the woofers and the port was spliced to achieve the full response Measurements have been Smoothed at a 1/12 octave resolution Initial measurement at the tweeter shows an impressively linear response however knowing that this speaker sits pretty high at the tweeter level (not a realistic seating height for most people) and as per my educational guess that a speaker such as this with a curved front baffle in a large enclosure needs to be measured further than 1 meter away I decided to move the microphone down to a realistic height just above the first woofer to see what happens You can see this response labeled “1st woofer level (43 inches)” has a more linear response than the on-axis at the tweeter and that 3db rise at 1khz has been flattened This more or less aligns with my listening experience as I heard a brighter accentuated 1khz tone sitting closer to the 1528 Towers Some disparaging comments were made about the 1528 Towers from online commenters who have not heard these loudspeakers but saw the measured data and were disappointed that such a large loudspeaker did not hit low enough to be considered a “full range” loudspeaker the speakers extend in a linear and clean fashion (in green) to about 50hz and then the port (in blue) takes over to extend even further Individuals analyzing such data should be mindful that these are anechoic responses and do not reflect what happens when you put a speaker like this into a room the speaker (in-room) would gain about 6db per octave in the bass which would result in more than a substantial amount of extension and bass quantity you get a pretty steady roll off about 6db/octave starting just below 50hz this loudspeaker’s bass response is one of the best I’ve seen   Above is a nearfield measurement of the mid-woofer on the 1528 Towers As you can see it follows a near-perfect textbook response for a driver used to cover the critical midrange frequencies of 400hz to just past 2khz   one of the most important data points to see is the horizontal off-axis measurements in a loudspeaker This is because we do not exclusively hear the on-axis response of the loudspeaker but a combination of reflected sounds along with the direct sound from the loudspeaker Thus the idea is that the loudspeaker’s off-axis response should generally be similar to the on-axis response of the loudspeaker the high frequencies do roll off even amongst the best-measuring loudspeakers The high frequencies do not roll off and follow closely to the on-axis response even at the extremes usually never happens and it’s my first time seeing something like this Hence why I measured multiple times to double and triple-check if I had messed something up Every time I got the same result and thus I concluded that this loudspeaker is just “that good” in its off-axis characteristics   the vertical off-axis is also very important This is when I move the mic up and down the speaker’s vertical plane textbook or better than textbook responses aside from if you were seated above the loudspeaker’s height (2: Above tweeter) - which would never happen unless you were a tall gentleman that exclusively listens standing up I am not a big fan of waterfall graphs but it does show any obvious signs of ringing or distortion caused by resonances it’s extremely clean within the 5ms interval Meaning you are getting a very inert speaker that’s free of problematic resonances Arendal 1528 Tower 8 Impedance/Phase Frequency Sweep This shows the impedance sweep of the 1528 Tower 8 speakers One of the first measurements I do is impedance sweeps as it can quickly tell you many things you don’t see any kinks that can be an indication of resonances Now you do see that this speaker does need some nice capable amplifiers as it dips down to about 3.2 ohms according to my graph here but when I talked to Arendal about this graph they did let me know that their measurements show a minimal impedance of about 3.47 ohms it doesn’t change the fact that you’d need a pretty capable high-current amplifier I usually like to finish off my measurement analysis stating Hofmann’s Iron Law Three parameters that cannot all be had at the same time are: "1 high (output) sensitivity." Hofmann stated that designers could pick two of these three parameters the 1528 Monitors or Bookshelves might be a better choice—provided they are paired with high-quality subwoofers This alternative can deliver much of the same performance while accommodating space or aesthetic constraints the 1528 Monitors would provide plenty of deep bass on their own rivaling many tower speakers in their price range!Additionally these speakers demand a meticulous setup and calibration to unlock their full potential They are not the most efficient speakers on the market requiring robust amplification to truly shine the tweeters struck me as noticeably bright this characteristic smoothed out completely revealing a beautifully balanced and detailed high end These “imperfections” are a small price to pay in comparison to what the 1528 series offers.One of the most striking aspects of the 1528 series is its versatility they offer the finesse and precision needed for the most delicate musical passages they deliver the kind of visceral impact and immersion that defines cinematic excellence and smooth integration with high-performance subwoofers these speakers earn their place as a top choice for any dedicated audiophile or home theater enthusiast If you’re ready to experience well-thought-out modern audio engineering and robust high-end build quality at a very competitive price the Arendal 1528 Tower 8 and Center 8+ are something that should be on your short list With Arendal's generous 10 year warranty and 60-day return policy Don Dunn’s audio passion began in the ‘80s with car audio leading to 30+ years designing award-winning theaters and smart homes he’s proud to share expertise with Audioholics Norwegian audio brand Arendal Sound has reintroduced its 1961 Series of hi-fi and home cinema speakers Arendal Sound is yet another Scandinavian speaker brand making waves aiming to deliver "exceptional performance quality and value" with their speaker designs Arendal's entry-level 1961 Series now consists of a pair of floorstanders – the 1961 Tower – and a set of standmounts – the 1961 Bookshelf – as well as centre monitor and surround units alongside two distinct subwoofers: the Subwoofer 1V and the Subwoofer 1S all of which tease "audio performance you’d expect from much larger and more expensive products" the 1961 Series uses trickle-down technology from Arendal’s more premium 1723 Series including waveguide tweeters and custom drivers The speakers are constructed using high-quality HDF cabinets with Arendel claiming that the unit's shared sound and seamless flexibility allow models to be mixed and matched more easily To delve into a few core designs in more detail employing a 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter and custom 14cm long-fibre pulp drivers as well as a sealable bass port and stabilising floor spikes employ a two-way design consisting of a 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter and a 14cm pulp-cone driver Arendal Sound's CEO: “Whether you’re looking for your first Arendal experience or to add to an existing system the 1961 Series proves that great music and movie sound doesn’t have to come with trade-offs.” Each speaker is available in either a black or a white finish - 1961 Tower: £1600 / $1900 / €1900 per pair - 1961 Bookshelf: £730 / $850 / €850 per pair- 1961 Center: £530 / $600 / €600 - 1961 Height: £730 / $850 / €850- 1961 Monitor: £1000 / $1150 / €1150- 1961 Surround: £830 / $950 / €950 per pair - 1961 Subwoofer 1V: £1050 / $1200 / €1200- 1961 Subwoofer 1S: £900 / $1000 / €1000 7 top test tracks that celebrate the iconic Moog synthesizer Best surround sound systems: home cinema speakers and soundbars put to the test Want fantastic floorstanders? Read our five-star ProAc D20R review Harry McKerrellSocial Links NavigationSenior staff writerHarry McKerrell is a senior staff writer at What Hi-Fi? he has written countless news stories alongside features advice and reviews of products ranging from floorstanding speakers and music streamers to over-ear headphones He has covered launches from hi-fi and consumer tech brands When not at work he can be found playing hockey practising the piano or trying to pet strangers' dogs you will then be prompted to enter your display name Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Norwegian speaker specialist Arendal Sound is reintroducing its award-winning 1961 Series after a two-year hiatus due to growing global demand for the versatile eight-model range and Subwoofer 1S – offers advanced engineering Nordic-inspired design and the audio performance you’d expect from much larger and more expensive products says the maker we listened,” says Arendal Sound CEO Jan Ove Lassesen “The 1961 Series is back and offering better value than ever Whether you’re looking for your first Arendal experience or to add to an existing system the 1961 Series proves that great music and movie sound don’t have to come with trade-offs.” The 1961 Series uses trickle-down technology from Arendal’s step-up 1723 Series It also offers the high-quality HDF cabinets and hand-painted matte Black and White finishes the Nordic brand is known for This shared signature sound and look mean 1961 models can be mixed and matched with other Arendal speaker set-ups as needed The 1961 Series is available to pre-order now with global delivery direct from the Arendal Sound website Each speaker comes with a 60-day risk-free trial a 10-year warranty (five years for subwoofer electronics) and access to the brand’s range of support resources including the community-run Arendal Sound Club £1,600/$1,900/€1,900 per pair • 2.5-way floor-standing design • 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter • Custom 5.5in long-fibre pulp-cone drivers • Sealable bass port • Magnetic grilles • Comes with a spike kit which enables precise tilt adjustments to optimise the listening angle and minimises vibrations • Available in Black and White finishes £1,000/$1,150/€1,150 per pair • 2-way standmount design • Can be wall-mounted; VESA100 mount compatible • 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter • Custom 5.5in long-fibre pulp-cone drivers • Magnetic grilles • Available in Black and White finishes 2-way speaker • Can be wall-mounted; VESA100 mount compatible • 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter • Custom 5.5in long-fibre pulp-cone driver • Magnetic grilles • Available in Black and White finishes 2-way centre speaker for home theatre systems • Can be wall-mounted; VESA100 mount compatible • 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter • Custom 5.5in long-fibre pulp-cone drivers • Magnetic grilles • Available in Black and White finishes Dolby Atmos • Can be placed on top of the 1961 Tower or wall/ceiling mounted; VESA mount compatible • 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter • Custom 5.5in long-fibre pulp-cone driver • Magnetic grilles • Available in Black and White finishes £830/$950/€950 per pair • Triaxial design for immersive multichannel sound • Two dipole full-range drivers work in harmony with a front-firing two-way mid/bass and tweeter system • Can be wall-mounted; VESA mount compatible • 28mm soft dome waveguide tweeter • Custom 5.5in long-fibre pulp-cone driver • Magnetic grilles • Available in Black and White finishes 1V £1,050/$1,200/€1,200 • Vented design maximises low-frequency response Option to seal bass port to adjust for room acoustics and a more precise music performance • Avalanche 550 iQ amplifier offers 550W RMS output and intelligent DSP • Customisation options include 3-band parametric EQ and subsonic filters • Custom 12.2in glass-fibre reinforced driver with airflow venting technology ensures smooth performance at all dynamic levels • 1.8in LCD display • Anti-vibration puck feet • Magnetic grilles • Available in Black and White finishes sealed subwoofer design • Ideal for music systems or smaller home theatre set-ups • Avalanche 550 iQ amplifier offers 550W RMS output and intelligent DSP • Customisation options include 3-band parametric EQ All Arendal Sound speaker series are named after key dates in local Norwegian history connecting the island of Tromøy to the mainland near Arendal one of the longest of its kind at the time was a significant engineering achievement that enhanced accessibility and fostered growth in the region The 1961 Series draws inspiration from this landmark symbolising Arendal Sound’s commitment to bridging traditional craftsmanship with modern audio innovation Just as the Tromøy Bridge connected communities the 1961 Series connects listeners to a heightened auditory experience reflecting the same spirit of ingenuity and connection that has shaped Arendal’s history By naming the series after this pivotal year Arendal Sound honours the legacy of progress and unity the Tromøy Bridge represents embedding these values into the very essence of its audio engineering The Company Pages refer to individual microsites created for companies where all press releases and stories featured on the Essential Install are collated These microsites serve as a comprehensive record of a company’s promotional activities over time VIKING Life-Saving Equipment is strengthening its position in boat manufacturing by investing in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Arendal The new building covers 3,400 sqm and is designed to meet requirements for high-end freefall boats in the offshore segment and for special boats in the defense segment As the market leader in lifeboats and fast rescue boats for the commercial shipping VIKING has existing boat manufacturing facilities in China The new investment ensures the company is well-placed to strengthen its position within its target markets “Our new facility allows us to drive our innovation agenda and expand our product portfolio even further we will have all the capabilities we need for developing and engineering the boats as well as thoroughly testing them at sea.” With 175 employees at its main location in Arendal and a total of 320 employees working at six other locations VIKING has a significant presence in Norway Støle expects the new factory to further establish the company’s Arendal base as its center of excellence for lifeboats and davits we will improve efficiency and the working environment for our employees,” he said “The building is also energy efficient due to the use of energy wells in the ground which will reduce energy consumption by up to 70% compared with the previous factory We are very happy to be able to utilize this excellent building.” Sign up for gCaptain’s newsletter and never miss an update and updates delivered daily straight to your inbox In a significant milestone for the company Thordon Bearings has seen its RiverTough tailshaft bearing solution surpass 500 installations in the workboat sector Primarily a retrofit solution but also increasingly.. VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched the first Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) immersion suit in the world designed for women working in offshore wind energy using guidance on diversity and inclusivity.. Agreement sees Sallaum Lines become an early adopter to transition to Inmarsat Maritime’s fully managed bonded connectivity service from traditional VSAT solutions Subscribe to gCaptain Daily and stay informed with the latest global maritime and offshore news Stay informed with the latest maritime and offshore news For general inquiries and to contact us,please email: [email protected] To submit a story idea or contact our editors, please email: [email protected] For advertising opportunities contactEmail: [email protected]Phone: +1.805.704.2536 Essential news coupled with the finest maritime content sourced from across the globe The Nordic speaker brand brings back its entry-level eight-model range of updated speakers following a rise in international demand a tribute to the construction of the Tromøy Bridge in Norway The range employs trickle-down technology from Arendal’s higher-end 1723 Series The speakers are enclosed in HDF cabinets and hand-painted in the brand’s signature matte Black and White finishes look and feel means 1961 models can coordinate with other Arendal speaker set-ups.  “We understand that every listener’s environments are different so we’ve designed the 1723 series to offer the utmost flexibility.” When you purchase through affiliate links on MusicTech.com, you may contribute to our site through commissions. Learn moreCredit: Arendal Sound Get MusicTech breaking news as it happens by following us on Telegram: https://t.me/MusicTechOfficial Arendal Sound has launched a new line of premium speakers blending its signature minimalist Scandinavian design with state-of-the-art technology precision-engineered 1723 models are equipped with high-performance waveguide tweeters and mid-bass drivers providing unparalleled clarity and dynamic range They also incorporate custom-designed HDF cabinets which enhance the rigidity of the enclosure reducing resonance and allowing for a cleaner the flagship 1723 Tower gives the best full-range experience The whole speaker line-up – The 1723 Monitor and 1723 Surround speakers – offers a dynamic collection of speakers to allow the user to build a personalised sound system suitable for any room “Our goal with the 1723 series is to create speakers that can replicate the true essence of a music recording or a film soundtrack exactly as the artist or director intended,” Jan Ove Lassesen founder of Arendal Sound says in a press release and pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in high-end speaker performance.” Arendal Sound’s customisability doesn’t stop there either If you’re looking to fine-tune your sound the new 1723 Subwoofer range packs a punch equipped with the ultimate low-frequency extension advanced DPS and amplification – the new range gives users greater sound control and accuracy for any listening space so we’ve designed the 1723 series to offer the utmost flexibility,” Arendal shares in a press release “Whether you’re setting up a stereo system for critical music listening or creating a multi-channel home theatre experience you’ll find a configuration that fits perfectly.” The new generation Arendal 1723 Speaker series is boosted by their new WaveGuide technology clearer sound – driven by sound dispersion and seamless integration between drivers to produce hyper-realistic music and film soundtracks For more information, head to Arendal Sound. 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Researcher Andreas Østhagen from the Fridtjof Nansen Institute Norways MFA Espen Barth Eide in a debate at the Arendal Week The focus on the North is clearly felt in the South where an international group of politicians is gathered to find solutions to everything from the climate crisis to military personnel.  Read in Norwegian and media gather in the small city of Arendal to discuss what can be addressed during the Arendal Week It is hard to tell if the many debates actually lead to change But one thing is sure: the High North garners much attention participated in three debates about the Arctic.  The audience can also pick and choose from Arctic topics such as Svalbard and more that I don't have a complete overview of The focus northward has changed since the first time I participated in Arendal Week over ten years ago Where there used to be echoes in the premises people are now queuing up and receiving notice of full events.  I will keep reporting from the Arendal Week High North News is not responsible for the content or opinions expressed on external web pages Editor in Chief:Trine Jonassen E-mail High North News Editor/Commentator: Arne O. HolmTel: (+47) 905 29 472 Journalist:Hilde-Gunn Bye Journalist:Astri Edvardsen Translator:Birgitte Annie Molid Martinussen Copyright © 2018 High North News. All Rights Reserved. The building will be located at Longum, close to the E18 highway north of the city of Arendal. Construction work is currently planned to start in the autumn of 2024, and the building is scheduled to be handed over during the spring of 2026. “There is growth and a high level of activity at Kitron in Arendal, and we believe the activity will increase further in the years to come. We are simply outgrowing the current premises. Now we get the opportunity to help design the perfect building for our needs. This gives us the opportunity to grow further here in Arendal, where Kitron has its roots back to the 1960s. We are extremely happy about that,” says Heine Østby, Managing Director of Kitron Norway, in a press release. The EMS provider's operations in the area are currently divided between a facility of 7,300 square meters in Kilsund, which Kitron owns, and 4,000 square meters of rented premises at Stoa. When the new facility is ready, operations at Stoa will move to Longum, while the plant in Kilsund will continue as before. 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Sandefjord won 3–0 over Arendal Fotball on Wed Predicted lineups are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be available about an hour ahead of the match 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT?Sandefjord won 3–0 over Arendal Fotball on Wed 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT.About the matchArendal Fotball is playing home against Sandefjord on Wed The only piece of furniture that adorns my listening room that isn't from Scandinavia is my HiFi stand — and even that seems to have been designed with the Fins So every time I see some speakers that speak to my need of minimalist bedroom accoutrements my ears prick up and my interest is piqued And Norwegian firm Arendal are the latest to make me look at my speaker setup with new eyes Arendal has brought back its entry level speaker line called "1961." There are several products available for the stereo officianado or the home cinema hero Doesn't matter if you're looking for a replacement to the best soundbar or a brand new 2.1 setup for your listening space — the 1961 series has you covered Doesn't matter if you're looking for a replacement to the best soundbar They come in two hand painted colors (as you might expect) — black and white The idea is to bring the sound quality of more expensive models to more approachable price point for a range of different users They're all made out of HDF (that's high density fibreboard) which is tighter and less resonant than the traditionally used MDF They're based around waveguide tweeters and custom drivers for some top notch audio quality Where so many modern speaker designs want to dominate a room and become the attention focus of a space of course — but their sleek cabinets and smooth drivers look to bring some extra flavor to a minimalist space The Arendal 1961 series could be just the visual shakeup my listening room needs to nail the minimalism breif The 1961 series speakers are available to preorder direct from Arendal now and include a massive 10-year warranty for everything but the subwoofer electronics After a two-and-a-half-year stint as iMore's resident audiophile Tammy's reviews and buying guide expertise have more focus than ever on Tom's Guide helping buyers find the audio gear that works best for them Tammy has worked with some of the most desirable audio brands on the planet in her time writing about headphones bringing a consumer focussed approach to critique and buying advice you'll probably find her in the countryside writing (extremely bad) poetry or putting her screenwriting Masters to good use creating screenplays that'll never see the light of day Arendal Sound’s 1528 series is their top performing 3-way loudspeaker line with advanced technologies The 1528 Tower 8(MSRP: $9,500/pair) weighs 174lbs/ea and delivers class leading fidelity Jacob is a music-lover and audiophile who enjoys convincing his friends to buy audio gear that they can't afford He's also a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles Home > Latest > New Products > Loudspeakers > Sound Bars & Speaker Systems > Arendal Sound’s 1961 Loudspeaker Series is Being Revived WiiM is well-known for its streaming products but they are expanding their reach with a dedicated integrated amplifier With Amazon's current deal on the 65-inch Panasonic Z85A 4K OLED TV I finally got off the sidelines and bought a new TV Digital Trends claims ownership of Caleb Denison's new YouTube channel called CalebRated leading to all videos being removed from public view KEF speaker prices are going up on May 5 due to tariffs Tivoli Audio's limited-edition SongBook Max made in collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Sounwave and serious attitude to a retro-style Bluetooth speaker built.. The Norwegian Minister of Energy Terje Aasland (Labor) and parliament member Une Bastholm (Green Party) discussed seabed mining at the Arendal Week Arendal (High North News): To extract or preserve Deep-sea mining in the Norwegian Sea is becoming the decade's most disputed matter The parties strongly disagreed when the Norwegian debate arena addressed the matter of seabed mining and rare minerals in the Arctic seabed As the consultation deadline in September is nearing the debate got heated for Norways Minister of Energy Terje Aasland (Labor) and State Secretary for the MFA Maria Varteressian (Labor) as they were to defend the exploration of seabed minerals on the Norwegian continental shelf the Norwegian Ministry of Energy sent out a proposal for the first round of concessions for seabed minerals for public consultation These are areas where companies will be able to apply for extraction permits so that "the work of exploring and gathering knowledge on whether there is a basis for sustainable mineral extraction on the Norwegian continental shelf can start," according to the Norwegian government and Norway will look for minerals the world does not want professor of microbiology at the University of Bergen and president of the Norwegian Academy of Science State Secretary Varteressian argues that mineral exploration based on independence from Chinese import as well as five global megatrends she believes will hit a small country like Norway hard; You're either sitting at the table or you're on the menu These are all connected and contribute to weakening trust in authorities and what we do in the regions has increased significance," says Varteressian during a debate under the auspices of the Fridtjof Nansen Institute (FNI) "You're either sitting at the table or you're on the menu When we shift from fossil to renewable energy we must have an honest discussion about what the green shift entails and its costs And also about minerals," believes the Labor politician She received great resistance from co-debater Rasmus Hansson to fill knowledge gaps instead of opening up for extraction activity with documented harmful consequences will be initiated We know this is the natural area we know the least about Areas around the rift between the Eurasian and American continents are drifting apart and much of what is emerging creates an unknown biology that is changing referring to recent discoveries of what scientists call dark oxygen produced deep below the sea surface in the Arctic Hansson also believes that the government practically invites countries such as Russia and China to follow suit If the government is just looking for critical minerals the parliamentary representative believes that there are good solutions on land in already established mines debated the extraction of seabed minerals during the Arendal Week But it is by no means certain that the world needs or wants the seabed treasures that the Norwegian government believes are necessary to implement the green shift senior adviser for sustainable oceans at the environmental organization World Wide Fund for Nature says the organization knows of more than 30 countries requesting a pause in the investigation to obtain more information about the deep sea.  Research on a new type of battery for electric cars is now underway which already takes up over 40 percent of production This would make seabed minerals less important," argues Fjærtoft.  research is being done to replace lithium in batteries it may already be too late when Norway is ready to use the minerals in ten to 15 years Global companies also say no thanks to seabed minerals "Battery manufacturers such as Swedish North Wolt Nor can the Norwegian Environment Agency support the extraction of minerals from the seabed The agency believes there is neither a professional nor a legal basis for initiating seabed mining and points to significant shortcomings in the government's impact assessment "We don't know a damn thing," thunders MDG's Hansson "We must initiate research to fill the knowledge gaps." Another controversial topic is where this research should come from this is left to the commercial players with financial interests in the minerals a bit like letting the fox guard the henhouse senior researcher at Fridtjof Nansen Institute believes that the government's presentation of the plans for mineral activities on the Norwegian continental shelf is poor craftsmanship He believes Norwegian diplomats will receive much resistance when explaining this to the outside world "But the exploration applications could be denied And maybe we don't need the minerals either," says Moe Minister of Energy Terje Aasland (Labor) believes it is important that Norway checks whether it is possible to extract the minerals sustainably "Norwegians are major consumers of minerals," says the minister He also believes that it is morally reprehensible to import minerals from countries violating human rights parliamentary representative for the Green Party sustainable extraction for Norway is a contradiction "It is not even possible to set requirements for sustainable frameworks because we have enough knowledge to know what sustainability in this area is," says Bastholm during one of the central debates during the Arendal Week Another argument is that the minerals the government wants already exist in drawers and cupboards across the country Get the circular economy in place first," says Bastholm professor of microbiology at the University of Bergen emphasizes that an extraction permit is not the same as the right to extract Veslemøy Østrem and Professor Lise Øvreås at the University of Bergen debate seabed minerals at Arendalsuka "But has the government ever said no to someone in oil and gas for example?" asks moderator Veslemøy Østrem "That has not been necessary," replies Terje Aasland "But is it true that you cannot set a standard for sustainable extraction Is there a figure for how many species can acceptably disappear?" "We have to get knowledge on the table," says Aasland without answering says they will only search in an area the size of two football pitches and only in areas with "limited occurrences of life." Researcher and professor Lise Øverås is disappointed with the government's case handling Why doesn't the government use free and independent research instead of commercial actors to obtain knowledge Is the need for minerals really as great as they present it?" Øverås asks with skepticism we need these minerals," argues the energy minister I am also worried about the deep sea if this is not done sustainably But this room for action needs clarifying," concludes Terje Aasland Arendal Sound's flagship 1723 tower speaker comes with an impressive array of four 8" woofers and a tweeter nested in a large metal waveguide                                          The information on this page is intended for journalists If you click NO you will come back to Mynewsdesk.com Morrow Batteries ("Morrow") is implementing strategic measures to secure start-up of production of commercial LFP batteries and advance its proprietary battery technology at its research centre in Grimstad Other projects will be postponed to concentrate on core activities that drive immediate value creation These changes will result in a workforce reduction of 50 to 60 positions leaving the company with approximately 180 employees The owners of Morrow have invested NOK 3.3 billion in equity while Innovation Norway has recently approved loan facilities totalling NOK 1.5 billion delays in obtaining work permits for technical experts from Asian equipment suppliers this fall have pushed the start of production by four months This has led to additional costs of NOK 100 million and delayed revenue streams Morrow is taking steps to reduce costs and accelerate the timeline for achieving profitability learning from our own and others' experiences At a time when many green industrial projects are struggling Morrow has secured government support through loans from Innovation Norway and achieved significant progress toward commercial production of LFP batteries by Q3 2025," said CEO Lars Christian Bacher "Investors and customers expect to see large-scale production before investing or signing new contracts Developing proprietary battery technology remains a key element of our strategy "Our approach is stepwise growth rather than aggressive scaling We must earn our right to grow and are at the same time in dialogue with Arendal Municipality regarding land for our next developments," Bacher added A thorough review of potential cost reductions has been conducted The company will discontinue activities at Kjeller and its office space in downtown Arendal while reducing staffing at its Oslo office Operations will be concentrated at the Arendal factory and the research centre in Grimstad These changes are being implemented in close collaboration with employee representatives “I deeply respect how challenging this situation is for all employees affected; particularly those losing their jobs but also those who remain We are saying goodbye to valued colleagues in the coming months,” said Bacher these measures are now necessary to ensure the success of our production as a foundation for future growth we will still be a significant private employer in Agder.” “The loan facilities from Innovation Norway provides us with longer-term capital access than we’ve ever had before and employees to maximise the value of all available resources,” Bacher emphasised “These steps are essential to fully launch battery production Leadership: Chairperson Liv Monica Stubholt; CEO Lars Christian Bacher Morrow Cell Factory (MCF): Europe’s first gigafactory for LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries located in Arendal Morrow Research Centre (MRC): Located in Grimstad and low carbon footprint; ideal for energy storage systems and heavy machinery LNMO Batteries: A new technology reducing cobalt use and nickel content for higher sustainability and energy density Collaborates with over 30 research institutions on battery chemistry innovation Memorandum of understanding with Proventia for battery supply for heavy machinery Agreement with Ukraine’s Office for Energy Efficiency and Energy Saving Follow our journey at morrowbatteries.com and @MorrowBatteries on LinkedIn When you choose to create a user account and follow a newsroom your personal data will be used by us and the owner of the newsroom for you to receive news and updates according to your subscription settings To learn more about this, please read our Privacy Policy, which applies to our use of your personal data, and our Privacy Policy for Contacts which applies to the use of your personal data by the owner of the newsroom you follow Please note that our Terms of Use apply to all use of our services You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing or deleting your account The Arendal Sound new 1723 Height S speaker($1,500/pair) is designed for wall or ceiling mounting It delivers Dolby Atmos height channels without the compromises you get in reflective speakers The Arendal 1961s tower loudspeakers are first-rate by any standard and all the more remarkable when one takes into account their reasonable $1,800/pair price and modest size As we said in our review of the 1723 Monitors:                               Arendal 1961s in garage—manageable size        Legacy Signature SEs in garage—what the heck was I thinking       Plain kraft carton and rugged carton walls        Speaker in bag and neatly tied bag closure          Brushed metal terminal plate and beefy metal knobs   and uses machine screws with threaded inserts     Unfair comparison: The Arendal 1961s and Legacy Signature SEs                  I generally agree with Steve on his sentiments about a port plug on tower speakers IF you are running sealed subs in your system then there can be advantages to sealing the towers to better align LF response IF you aren't bass managing the speakers and running them full range Steve Feinstein is a long-time consumer electronics professional He has authored historical and educational articles for us as well as occasional loudspeaker reviews The Norwegian MFA Espen Barth Eide (Labor) during a debate about NATO after the summit in Washington in July The debate took place during the Arendal Week 2024 under the auspices of the Norwegian Atlantic Committee Arendal (High North News): Russia's invasion of Ukraine has forced a regionalization of the Nordics in NATO "NATO has come home to the original tasks," says Norwegian MFA Espen Barth Eide (Labor) Les på norsk "Similar nations naturally come together to discuss and agree on joint standpoints," says Vice Admiral Louise Dedichen outgoing leader of the Norwegian Military Representative to NATO  in Brussels "We see great change with Finland and Sweden in NATO Geographic and cultural similarities make us agree quickly," says Dedichen Colonel and Researcher at the Norwegian Military Academy Researcher at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (Nupi) Dedichen participated in a debate about NATO under the auspices of the Norwegian Atlantic Committee during the Arendal Week The vice admiral says the Nordic countries have been sensitive to criticism after a joint Nordic region entered NATO The spotlight on a strengthened NATO in the North has been too strong Vice Admiral Louise Dedichen is the leader of the Norwegian Military Representative to NATO  in Brussels until the end of the year She participated in a debate about NATO after the summit in Washington during the Arendal Week under the auspices of the Norwegian Atlantic Committee my job in Brussels has been to promote the High North although we are also to show interest for what is happening in the south," says Dedichen and emphasizes that the motto "One for all" does not just apply to Article 5 but in everyday life "What concerns NATO concerns all members." the fact is that the Finnish and Swedish memberships require new planning "We must think in other directions," says the vice admiral Security researcher Karsten Friis believes that a strong Nordic region benefits everyone The Norwegian Navy is too small and has too few ships "If we can combine our defenses in a joint Nordic region And we need a better naval defense," says Friis He believes a united Nordic region is strong enough to resist a Russian land attack in the North. But only if the long-term defense plan, which was presented in April "The Norwegian Navy is too small and has too few ships We do not have enough people to occupy critical functions to sail and we have created such difficult systems for staffing that it takes too long Everything was to be streamlined and down-scaled But now it is about being ready," says Dedichen Friis also believes that the Cap of the North will benefit from being under the same NATO command and Denmark are under the Brunssum headquarters in the Netherlands Iceland and Norway are under the quite newly established NATO command Joint Force Command Norfolk in the US "Norfolk should cover the entire Cap of the North It is unthinkable to cover Finnmark without the entire Cap of the North militarily," says the researcher Friis believes it is the right move for the Nordics to join forces in a regionalization Many Western European countries thought it strange when we entered a regional initiative There were no longer wars in our immediate areas," says Norwegian MFA Espen Barth Eide (Labor) NATO focused on operations at a strategic distance This contributed to an impression of NATO as primarily an organization that ran operations in distant areas The regional initiative aimed to point out the need to address NATO tasks to their full extent "We meant that the peace in our immediate areas could not be taken for granted When Russia attacked Georgia (January 2008 we thought this was a preview of what happened in Ukraine," says the MFA Researcher at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (Nupi) during the Arendal Week "We did not believe the established truth of all wars being far away and asymmetrical." Espen Barth Eide calls the recent summit in Washington successful and "a manifestation of NATO having come home to its core task," hindering Russian expansion The most important thing for Norway's security is how things turn out in Ukraine NATO appeared united with a clear American leadership NATO is now more united in the response to Ukraine," says the MFA "We must now assume a leading role in the Nordic region We must take responsibility for Sweden and Finland becoming an integrated part of the Baltic community NATO stretches from the Barents Sea to the Baltic Sea And Leningrad Military District is now our shared neighbor But will Sweden and Finland match Norway's self-imposed restrictions and base policy It is problematic to accept Ukraine during the war with Russia Our restrictions are self-imposed and self-interpretable They are sensible and are consistently interpreted to our situation," says Barth Eide cryptically According to NATO's declaration after the summit Ukraine's path toward membership is not "irreversible." That means NATO will support Ukraine on its "irreversible path toward NATO membership" without determining when this will happen The problem with formally inviting Ukraine into NATO is that NATO wants to avoid importing a war into the alliance "It is problematic to accept Ukraine during the war with Russia because we are collectively committed to a joint defense Ukraine is fighting a battle for the European security and the UN Charter The NATO summit's attitude to Ukrainian membership is too weak says Researcher Jan Friis at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI) "A formal offer of NATO membership to Ukraine cannot be undone and we should have offered them membership at the NATO summit That would not mean that we would go to war with Russia but that Trump cannot take it back if he is elected president on November 5th," explains Friis He fears that it could be too late if it comes later "Putin wants to make Ukraine a "fail state," a state that Russia has messed up with mafia and corruption to the point that Ukraine is no longer a functioning country." Vice Admiral Louise Dedichen supports Friis and believes Ukraine should have been formally invited into NATO "It would also be good news for NATO in a military context Particularly considering the Economist recently named Norway the richest country in the world Considering the claim that Ukrainian security is linked to Norway's security Norway should be doing more," says Dedichen MFA Espen Barth Eide specifies that NATO's border with Russia in the North is stable "The war in Ukraine is about so-called 'unsettled areas.' We must have a relationship with Russia Long after they attacked Georgia and invaded Crimea He emphasizes that the Arctic is not a disputed area "But the Arctic is of great geopolitical significance with Russia's strategic nuclear weapons placed on the Kola Peninsula." but the Arctic will have great significance in the event of a war we see increased GPS jamming and acquisitions of businesses and holiday cottages Understanding hybrid threats is now part of NATO," says the MFA "NATO has returned home to its main task again We must think about security regarding sea cables and energy now but ex-president Ronald Reagan was right," smiles Barth Eide Reagan was skeptical of the dependency on Russia's energy Putin has essentially accelerated the EU's green shift "Norway does not have enough gas to replace the whole after Russian gas And with an increasingly controversial China "We see more cooperation in regional blocs We are going from global to regional," concludes Espen Barth Eide featuring an MTM & waveguide design built with similar DNA to their venerable 1723 series but in a more compact affordable package at $1,100/pair                                               We review the Arendal Sound flagship 1723 2V subwoofer Is Arendal's 1723 V2 subwoofer as good as their THX speakers  Arendal 1723 2V Subwoofer YouTube Discussion     each Arendal 1723 subwoofer has a great deal of flexibility in taming the response from the inevitable damage inflicted by typical room acoustics a multiple 1723 subwoofer system can be globally controlled as subwoofer groups in the Arendal sub app so that equalization can very easily be extended to multiple units which is the best way to equalize low frequencies in a multi-sub system instead of having an different equalization for each sub plus the ability to set delays in such fine increments on each sub essentially does away with the need for external equalization in a multi-sub system altogether All the user has to do is measure the system response and make the required changes in the app it's worth experimenting with higher-crossover frequencies in a multi-sub system as well since room modes don't stop at the standard 80Hz crossover frequency localization from higher crossover frequencies will be less of a concern since the bass will likely be emanating from several different directions thereby balancing out any particular localizable source     Performance Tip: Use the Arendal 1723 2V subwoofer in EQ1 setting for best performance   CEA 2010 Data for Arendal 1723 2V Subwoofer (2 meter RMS)           The Arendal 1723 Monitor looks great and Arendal claims a very high sound and build quality for its price                              You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience Morrow Batteries has opened Europe’s first lithium iron phosphate (LFP) gigafactory in Arendal From pv magazine ESS News Norwegian battery cell producer Morrow Batteries has opened Europe’s first lithium iron phosphate (LFP) gigafactory with an annual production capacity of 1 GWh to supply the ever-growing European battery energy storage market Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store inaugurated the factory in Arendal just under two years after Morrow Batteries began construction works and four years after it first presented plans for the facility as the manufacturer continues to work closely with customers to fine-tune the production equipment to achieve serial production quality over the following months Morrow Batteries said it expects that commercial production will commence at the end of the year Morrow Batteries has produced and shipped thousands of LFP sample cells to potential customers for testing and validation at the company’s Customer Qualification Line (CQL) “The company can now deliver a commercially viable competitive LFP product,” Morrow Batteries said in a statement To continue reading, please visit our pv magazine ESS News website More articles from Marija Maisch A new Norwegian factory on taxpayers money Please be mindful of our community standards and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" By submitting this form you agree to pv magazine using your data for the purposes of publishing your comment Your personal data will only be disclosed or otherwise transmitted to third parties for the purposes of spam filtering or if this is necessary for technical maintenance of the website Any other transfer to third parties will not take place unless this is justified on the basis of applicable data protection regulations or if pv magazine is legally obliged to do so You may revoke this consent at any time with effect for the future in which case your personal data will be deleted immediately your data will be deleted if pv magazine has processed your request or the purpose of data storage is fulfilled Further information on data privacy can be found in our Data Protection Policy Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" This website uses cookies to anonymously count visitor numbers. View our privacy policy. × The cookie settings on this website are set to "allow cookies" to give you the best browsing experience possible If you continue to use this website without changing your cookie settings or you click "Accept" below then you are consenting to this Close Stunned by Arendal Sound’s 1723 THX monitor performance we wanted to see if the more manageable sized 1723 S series tower could deliver similarly great sound and value                  See: Benefits of Early Reflections           Arendal offers their 13.8” drivers and advanced 800-watt amplifiers in both sealed and vented designs in their 1723 1S and 1V subwoofers How did they measure up to our performance standards            For more information see: Sealed vs Ported Subs                      The Arendal Sound 1723 Subwoofer 2S stuffs two heavy-duty 13.8” drivers and a 1,200-watt RMS amp into a reasonable enclosure This might be the sweet spot for size to performance of ALL subs we’ve reviewed                                     By 2024-06-20T11:02:00+01:00 Norwegian investigators believe aviation regulators and the government should assess whether sufficient consideration is given to flight safety when granting aerodrome licences following a series of flight-school incidents at Gullknapp Arendal airport The airport was opened in June 2017 and became a training base for flight-training company OSM Aviation Academy the following year As a result the number of aircraft movements has “increased a lot” says Norwegian investigation authority SHK which has been probing the safety framework at the facility SHK points out that the airport has a control tower but its aerodrome flight information service was discontinued in March 2021 owing to financial reasons Arendal’s traffic increased when it became a training centre but it closed its flight information service Three serious incidents over the course of just three months last year led to the investigation involved a conflict in the approach sequence for runway 05 between two OSM training aircraft – a Cessna 172 and a Diamond DA42 another approach conflict occurred between two Cessna 172s at a time when five OSM aircraft were in flight all piloted by solo students with “limited experience” The third incident took place on 13 September while two OSM 172s were practising landings on runway 23 one of them a JMB VL-3 Evolution whose radio was not transmitting Ground operations personnel had been unaware of the VL-3’s presence until it flew over the runway turning onto the right base leg directly in front of a solo-student Cessna “Overarching decisions at system level appear to have adversely affected aviation safety,” says the inquiry adding that the assessment to grant a licence for increased activity “did not pay sufficient attention” to safety issues Gullknapp Arendal airport was instructed at the beginning of this year to examine whether the aerodrome flight information service should be restored and this examinations concluded during June that the AFIS must be re-established in order to ensure an acceptable level of flight safety A failure to act on performance alerts from the engine manufacturer contributed to the in-flight failure of a CFM International CFM56 powering an Air India Express Boeing 737-800 Boeing 747 operators are being instructed to carry out prompt elevator checks after a 747-8 freighter was flown without balance weights after maintenance The US FAA states that the 747-8F was flown with a right-hand outboard elevator which had been received and installed without the weights Italian carrier ITA Airways has edged into full-year operating profit with a surplus of €3 million ($3.4 million) a performance which it claims is ahead of schedule While ITA also posted a net loss of €227 million it states that it achieved the positive operating result even before the intervention .. controllers temporarily lost ability to ”see hear or talk to” pilots flying jets to and from Newark Republican lawmakers have proposed a plan to provide the Federal Aviation Administration with $15 billion to fund air traffic control (ATC) modernisation a move coming several weeks after US transportation chief Sean Duffy committed to such an effort Indian investigators state that the crew of an ATR 72-600 experienced “unusual” vibrations and felt the aircraft sink on final approach just before it landed short of the runway at Bhubaneswar last October The Alliance Air aircraft (VT-RKF) had been inbound from Rourkela FlightGlobal is the global aviation community’s primary source of news analytics and advisory services to connect the aviation community globally and help organisations shape their business strategies identify new opportunities and make better decisions faster Site powered by Webvision Cloud member-first insights and commentary on the global aviation industry Singapore-based Nortrans Offshore has landed new contracts for two of its accommodation support vessels The first contract is for the semisub cylindrical 2015-built flotel Arendal Spirit which will support planned maintenance activities on Tullow’s FPSO in Jubilee field offshore Ghana for six months Nortrans has also won an assignment for the 2015-built maintenance and support vessel Temis in Brazil The unit has been booked by Equinor to support the hook-up and commissioning phase of the Bacalhau FPSO for five months from early 2025 Temis had previously worked on Chevron’s Tamar optimisation project in the Mediterranean Nortrans’ fleet includes a pair of multipurpose offshore support vessels and a 2000-built chemical tanker owned by its subsidiary Trans Fjord and managed by Seatrans Ship Management I agree that many flags do conduct inspections and that ther.. 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Morrow Batteries (Morrow) has signed a Letter of Intent for collaboration with Finnish tech company Proventia a leading developer and supplier of clean technologies for prominent global engine and machine manufacturers The Letter of Intent addresses the development of battery packs with Morrow’s LFP cells (lithium iron phosphate) for heavy-duty machinery Morrow has opened its first factory in Arendal and expects to produce commercial batteries by the end of the year The production capacity is 1 GWh LFP BEV2 annually currently has a planned production capacity of 14 GWh per annum “Morrow has demonstrated their technical expertise for battery cells and systems and a strong track record of ramping up development and production Our future roadmap includes advanced cell technologies beyond LFP technology The LFP packs we are developing today around the Morrow LFP cells will also be available with LNMO-X chemistry,” Lotvonen continues Morrow sees increased interest in LFP batteries from European companies LFP batteries are produced with known technology and are especially useful in applications like heavy-duty machinery and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) “We look forward to developing battery cells that help Proventia meet its requirements for European-sourced battery technology. This collaboration gives us a new business area to work with”, says Lars Christian Bacher Proventia and Morrow will work together to develop technical solutions suitable for the non-road mobile machine market The Letter of Intent lays out a timeline for signing a final agreement Pilot systems will be supplied to customers during 2025 and serial deliveries will commence in 2026 Morrow has produced thousands of cells at its Customer Qualification Line (CQL) and has shipped LFP samples to potential customers for testing and validation since November last year The company can now deliver a commercially viable Proventia currently has batteries based on LTO technology (lithium-titanate-oxide) and will expand its battery systems portfolio by adding LFP and LNMO-X technologies in the future All these technologies are highly suitable for the harsh conditions of heavy machinery About ProventiaProventia is a technology company operating in global markets Proventia develops and manufactures systems and components that reduce the emissions of off-road machines and improve their energy efficiency as well as modular test centers for the development and testing of batteries and hydrogen fuel cells The company’s customers include the leading global names in the off-road machinery and vehicle industry the environment and future generations in its operations with zero emissions being the company’s vision The company employs over 200 industry professionals in Finland, the Czech Republic, and the UK. To learn more visit: www.proventia.com or engage with us on Linkedin @proventia inaugurates Morrow Batteries' and Europe's first gigawatt-scale factory for LFP batteries in Arendal Norway.Reaching another significant milestone Morrow will be able to produce up to 3 million battery cells annually Morrow will work closely with customers to fine-tune th Sweden’s Port of Gothenburg inaugurated a new 144,000-square-meter port terminal This becomes the port’s largest expansion in 40 years delivering more capacity to meet increased cargo volumes from the Swedish industries has been under construction for the past six years and cost approximately $66 million It is part of the Gothenburg port’s strategy to concentrate its terminal operations in the outer port area The expansion to Arendal is aligned with the planned relocation of Stena Line’s operations from the city center to the outer port area Parts of the new terminal will be used by Stena Line with plans for a future ferry terminal at the site Arendal 2 was also developed to support Stena Line’s plans to gradually introduce new sustainable fuels into its fleet of vessels This will require additional infrastructure and well-functioning supply chains The terminal operator Gothenburg RoRoTerminal has also benefited from the expansion the operator had its operations divided between two different areas at the current port location the terminal operator gets a larger contiguous terminal area with more access to the hinterland Arendal 2 is a solution where the involved actors get even better conditions to conduct their respective operations while the Port of Gothenburg as a whole is further optimized and becomes competitive,” said Göran Eriksson setting a record for the highest container volume in the port’s history the port is also on track for yet another all-time high container traffic The first half of 2024 saw a 5 percent increase in container volumes reaching 467,000 TEU compared to 446,000 recorded during a similar period last year APM Terminals manages the majority of the volumes at the port The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in Scandinavia and handles 57 percent of Sweden’s container traffic.  We review Arendal's entry-level 1961 1S and 1V subwoofers to determine if their more affordable subs can maintain the phenomenal performance to value we found in their 1723 2V powerhouse       Backpanel View of Arendal Sound 1961 Subwoofer Amp   A Useful 3 band Parametric EQ to help tame problematic bass modes   Interior View of the Internals of the Arendal Sound 1961 Subwoofer                   Morrow will work closely with customers to fine-tune the production equipment to achieve serial production quality over the following months Commercial production will commence at the end of the year Morrow is delighted to welcome the Prime Minister to inaugurate the Morrow Cell Factory only two years after he laid down the cornerstone for the manufacturing facility The plant is Europe's first gigafactory for Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries "This is a hugely important day in Norwegian industrial history and a testament to the bold vision and risk-taking spirit of our founders and the dedication of our diverse team of Morrowers now consisting of 200 individuals from 34 nationalities Our achievements today would not have been possible without the unwavering support from the Arendal municipality we are paving the way for a sustainable energy future to make Europe more competitive and safe" "As a result of the efforts put in by many Arendal has become the first city in Europe to host a giga LFP factory and positioned for significant export revenues We look forward to delivering the first commercial batteries to customers by the year's end LFP batteries are rapidly becoming an important building block for the zero-emission society They dominate Battery Energy Storage Systems heavy-duty machinery and mid-range electric vehicles Morrow has produced and shipped thousands of LFP sample cells to potential customers for testing and validation at the company's Customer Qualification Line (CQL) The company can now deliver a commercially viable Norway is particularly suitable for battery manufacturing because of its process industry and material technology industrial track record a long tradition of engineering and industrial innovation abundant access to renewable power and a labour model that ensures competent and committed employees 1.650 people completed mandatory health safety and security (HSE) training No accidents occurred during construction or equipment installation Morrow Cell Factory will employ about 150 people working a shift schedule It is the first of four factories planned in Arendal Morrow Batteries (Morrow) and Siva are building a battery factory that will contribute to value creation far beyond the battery coast of southern Norway While laying the cornerstone for Battery Factory 1 in Arendal Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said that the new factory will be an essential contribution to the government’s efforts to boost domestic battery production and enable Norwa Senior Advisor Aage Borchgrevink from the Norwegian Helsinki Committee at the Arendal Week Arendal (High North News): The EU's sanctions package against Russia has become so extensive that it is nearly impossible not to violate them "If the purpose is to stop the war in Ukraine it must be easier for all parties," says Aage Borchgrevink from the Norwegian Helsinki Committee Les på norsk Russia's continuous evasion of EU economic sanctions is a problem and it is very significant to Russia's ability to continue waging war in Ukraine via oil export and money as a direct result of sanctions evasion "The sanctions regime is so complicated now with 14 sanction packages at over 1,200 pages that it is hard for businesses to navigate," says Senior Advisor Aage Borchgrevink from the Norwegian Helsinki Committee he participated in a debate on the economic sanctions against Russia with representatives from the Norwegian MFA Activities evading sanctions are activities which in themselves do not violate sanctions but they aim or result in sanction violation Such activities become illegal and criminal evasion if the fault claim is met Lawyer Håkon Stalheim Meldahl from the law firm Wikborg Rein at the Arendal Week it is forbidden to directly or indirectly transfer certain types of technology to Russia but if a business's technology winds up in Russia via a third party it can be difficult to determine whether this is an indirect transfer in violation of the sanctions or whether it is illegal circumvention of the sanctions Many countries do not have sanctions against Russia and countries who trade with these can break sanctions "Now it is also a violation of sanctions to not do enough to counter the evasion of sanctions by introducing special requirements to avoid circumvention such as requirements for contract provisions to prevent further exports to Russia for certain goods comments lawyer Håkon Stalheim Meldahl from the law firm Wikborg Rein Aage Borchgrevink believes not enough is done to stop Russia's violations of human rights in Ukraine is the next step to weaken Russia and stop the war If the intention is to stop the war in Ukraine but I fear that new sanctions packages will continue coming," says Borchgrevink to High North News Is this something being discussed in the EU But unforeseen things could happen and it could abruptly change the situation we must have thought about it," he says and adds: also must do more to stop Russia's biggest source of export and most important source of income: the oil "This is an industrial war dependent on large resources Oil export constitutes Russia's main income to keep the war machine going." the EU countries introduced a price ceiling on Russian oil of 60 dollars per barrel before Christmas 2022 The price ceiling was intended to reduce Russia's income from the sale of petroleum products to third countries "The response from Russia was to create a shadow fleet of about 300 to 400 oil tankers with unclear ownership and insurance the measure does not work," says Borchgrevink Putin's shadow fleet consists of ships that transport oil and coal from Russian ports to countries that are not bound by Western sanctions against Russia with unclear ownership and unknown insurance But the senior adviser believes the EU can do something about that These ships transport oil to and from Russia via the Baltic Sea and there is no guarantee regarding accidents and oil spills The Convention on Law of the Sea has developed since then But it would be more efficient in weakening the Russian economy Senior Adviser Aage Borchgrevink from the Norwegian Helsinki Committee and Vegard Pedersen from the PST at the Arendal Week Stopping the shadow ships' voyage to oil terminals near St This summer, Denmark's MFA Lars Løkke Rasmussen informed that he has invited a group of allied countries to assess how they can introduce measures against the shadow fleet without specifying what kind of measures What does the extent of sanction evasion mean for Ukraine "Russia is dependent on Western technology and they contain a considerable amount of Western components We must stop this," says Aage Borchgrevink Although he believes that the sanctions are working and that the Russian economy is struggling In a report on violations of sanctions published last year the Norwegian Helsinki Committee pointed to a list of prioritized goods that are especially important to Russia's war industry "Prioritized goods especially important to Russia's war in Ukraine are still imported imports of these goods appear to be declining which must have consequences for Russia's warfare and Borchgrevink says that Russia's import of trucks multiplied last winter Restricting access to these would be useful." section leader for counterintelligence in PST says that they see a relatively large scale and marked increase in sanctions violations with Russia being the most prominent actor "But often there are no deliberate violations on the Norwegian side," says Pedersen confirming a complicated set of regulations Norway is particularly interesting to Russia because of its underwater technology "We have concrete examples of Russian intelligence helping to get this from Norway," says Pedersen PST is seeing an actor that is getting more and more creative in its evasion of the sanctions The sanctions and the work surrounding them are now such a big part of the MFA that an own directorate will be in place from January 1st Berg has been appointed the director of the new Directorate of Export Control and Sanctions (DEKSA) and there is still some legal trade with Russia But we see that the sanctions regulations have become so complicated that it is difficult to manage," concludes lawyer Håkon Stalheim Meldahl Enable Javascript in your browser for an improved experience of regjeringen.no press Ctrl (Cmd on a Mac) and press + to increase or - to decrease Find document What's new The Government Coming here now makes me feel ‘electrified’ – and let me share with you what a week this has been for me I was in Paris and had the chance to see how Norway was capable of taking three gold medals in four hours an illustration of the fact that you can achieve pretty ‘impossible’ things in a short moment of time and as something so closely linked to the future – also this is just fantastic which has been a ‘giga week’ (Arendalsuka) I took part in the celebration at Næs Jernverk (Næs Ironworks Museum) – at the reopening of the big tool ‘Iron Hammer’ – which was hammering iron rods in an ironwork from the 17th century a hammer that almost belonged to ‘the Iron Age’ When those hammers were hammering you could hear the sound all the way down to the coast I had the privilege to lay the foundation stone exactly here but let us be grateful for the rain because it is water that runs the hammer at the ironworks Å Energi) – that makes the energy that makes all things work This is a great day – not only for Morrow and the battery cell factory – it is a great day for Norwegian industry and all those who have been participating at the municipal level and in Parliament – Because this is a tangible step in the green transition – which simply has to succeed – and succeed with enthusiasm It is not something we feel we are ‘forced’ to do – well in fact we are – but we are doing it with motivation It will require the best of all of us – of ideas and creativity – but let us remember and I think this is a word of caution: This is not going to be a straight-forward transition It is going to be met with obstacles and disappointment and hurdles There will be prognostics on how easy it will be then we will find out that in the value chain there will be bottle-necks and then we will have to persevere with the strong will that it can be achieved if we do things based on our experiences and if we innovate The only way forward for the world economy and for the Norwegian economy is to succeed in this transition based on the assumption that we can cut emissions and create jobs And based on the assumption that some of these new technologies can not simply ‘emerge’ from start by demand and supply There has to be partnerships in order to succeed – These are elements in the value chain of the renewable economy It is largely – and it should be – the industry itself that must be in the lead in order to have a profitable battery industry – I salute you for the courage of moving forward my government – and our partners in Parliament – have been developing a number of instruments to facilitate profitable industrial development Our task – at different stages – is to help trigger these private initiatives and ‘connect the dots’ so we can move forward we will always need someone who dares to think big about many things – he is also ‘electrified’ as you can see today – and especially about the complexities of how we store renewable energy We are storing renewable energy in our water magazines up in the mountains but what is produced of renewable energy from wind And batteries will be key to secure electrification of everything that needs to be electrified – and for the implementation of renewable power systems The International Energy Agency (IEA) – which I am in contact with almost weekly – tells me that our targets for emission reductions will depend on whether we will able to scale up battery production quickly enough is that this technology has a green premium; it is too expensive for the countries that need it most And this is why – moving forward from Arendal – making progress here will also have implications far beyond our region Which also means that it should be room for many players in a diverse battery market geopolitical uncertainty underlines that Europe cannot once again become dependent on critical materials critical raw materials or critical energy from one authoritarian state And this is why every country has to look into what they have of opportunities and Norway – again – we have raw materials we may have them on the seabed – and we can also develop renewable energy in a responsible way I also see that as an international responsibility when Morrow opens Europe's largest factory for LFP batteries today – the largest factory here in Arendal – it is yet another step where Norway provides its partnership with the European Union – our allies and partners – on energy I signed – with the President of the Commission the Green Alliance – and we are now Mr Ambassador – you can report back – we are delivering on the Alliance As we do on our important role as a stable supplier of gas I am very happy to see that we have our German partners from the industry from Siemens here today is also a good illustration of what we call – and it has already been highlighted – the Norwegian model: When the public sector facilitates and strengthens the effects of private investments being pooled into a process that can really make a difference many important players have come around; they are present here today – and we salute them Å Energy – you have supplied important contributions to this All of you – and there are many others who have contributed – a heartful thank you And I would also like to pass that message to the Mayor of Arendal I think this is a really impressive contribution by a very significant municipality in Norway – namely Arendal You started talking about battery production back in 2016 There was a sense and direction of the role that Arendal was taking – because what Robert was seeing – was that this is the place of Sam Eyde – this is the place where history has been made And – think about Arendal – this was the gate to the world a couple of hundred years ago I think that is very impressive and you really deserve an applause Let me also – on that note – thank Peggy (Hessen Følsvik supporting this project – I think that is an extraordinarily good example of how this works for us You do it also so in underlining the need for ‘Kraftløftet’ – the need for more renewable energy And all of this tells me that our future is not just powered by energy and batteries when we are going to further develop the defence we are going to significantly strengthen our defence sector there will a lot on the defence materiel line Building battery factories is about people from both sides of the political spectre in Parliament; it is a strength in Norway – that we come together on big events Congratulations – it is a great honour for me to say that to all of you The following people are responsible for the website of the Office of the Prime Minister: Editor-in-chief: Anne Kristin HjukseWeb editor: Roger Holmsen Employees at the Office of the Prime Minister: Depkatalog Innovation Norway has announced granting Morrow Batteries ASA ("Morrow") a loan facility of NOK 1.5 billion The loan facility will be available for Morrow to fund the scale-up and development of battery manufacturing in Norway The loan facility contributes to the realisation of the government's battery strategy and provides Morrow access to liquidity for its business plan Morrow's main priority is starting up the first 1 GWh LFP battery factory in Q2 2025 and developing the company's proprietary battery chemistry with many green initiatives facing strong headwinds I see this loan facility as validation of Morrow’s business plan and step-by-step industrial approach It enables us to start giga-scale production of batteries in Arendal playing a crucial role in the development of a Norwegian battery value chain," says Morrow Batteries CEO Lars Christian Bacher 2024: NOK 98.8 millionAllocated: Total NOK 508.8 million (Allocations are paid out through the life-span of the projects and since not all projects given financing are finished and/or started the payments are lower than the allocated amounts.) of which NOK 120 million has been paid out (Green Growth Loan from Innovation Norway) South Africa Ammonia Market Analysis: Industry Market Size Copyright © ChemAnalyst - 2020 | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy Norwegian Maritime MuseumThe head of the Bronze Age ax found off the Norwegian coast Archaeologists from the Norwegian Maritime Museum recently made a remarkable discovery: a socketed ax from the Bronze Age found at a depth of about 40 feet off the coast of Arendal This first-of-its-kind discovery was made during a routine survey for the Norwegian Coastal Administration leaving archaeologists “stunned.” In an interview with Science Norway, Norwegian archaeologist Jørgen Johannessen described finding the Bronze Age ax during a routine investigation of the region The Norwegian Coastal Administration had plans to blast away underwater reefs off the Arendal coast but requested that the area first be checked for any cultural heritage sites Johannessen conducted an underwater survey during which he found a pile of ballast that captured his attention ballast “was used to stabilize [a] ship during the voyage especially in rough weather conditions.” weighted materials like stones or sand before setting sail to keep the ship steady they would typically throw the ballast overboard near the coast “It was a simple and practical way to get rid of it before loading cargo such as planks,” Johannessen explained This practice was particularly common from the 1500s to the 1800s so Johannessen initially believed this ballast pile came from that time period he spotted something much older: a five-inch-long bronze ax “I immediately knew that it was something special but the optical effects of the water can deceive you,” he said “When I came up and laid it on the boat deck Cultural HeritageAn example of a socketed ax or “celt,” used during the Bronze Age The ax Johannessen found dates back to sometime in the middle Bronze Age It was a special type of tool known as a socketed ax or “celt,” a hollow ax used throughout the Nordic Bronze Age from 1800 to 500 B.C.E As for how this ax wound up in the sea near Arendal The first is that the ax was thrown overboard as part of the ballast of a sailing ship “The axe likely lay in a grave since the Bronze Age or was lost on the beach When they were gathering ballast for the ship they might have picked it up without noticing,” Johannessen said The other theory is that the ax came from a shipwreck that would have taken place roughly 3,000 years ago it would be the first Bronze Age shipwreck ever found in Norway Researchers scoured the bottom of the seabed carefully combing it with a metal detector and trowel to make sure they didn’t miss any other potential discoveries before the Norwegian Coastal Administration could begin blasting away the reef Whether or not the ax came from a Bronze Age shipwreck “The socketed bronze ax is the first metal artifact from prehistoric times we’ve found in the sea in Norway,” said fellow archaeologist Frode Kvalø archaeologists plan to continue their investigation of the area with hopes that more discoveries lie below the depths After reading about the Bronze Age ax found off the coast of Norway, learn more about Norwegian history by reading about the legend of the Kraken. Then, see our list of fascinating Viking facts a brand new 144,000 square meter port terminal was inaugurated at the Port of Gothenburg has been under construction for the past six years and was made to meet the increased transportation needs of Swedish industry “This terminal began planning as early as the 1990s and then we talked about future-proofing and this terminal is needed to meet the transportation needs of Swedish industry today which are also expected to continue growing over time,” says Göran Eriksson the terminal is also part of the port's strategy to concentrate its terminal operations in the outer port area and with direct connections to the port’s road and rail infrastructure as well as the local growing industrial cluster Stena Line’s Relocation a FactorParts of the new spaces will be used by Stena Line when the shipping company begins relocating its local operations from its current locations in the central parts of the city to the outer port area The project has included preparations regarding filling and water purification for a future ferry terminal but the construction of this terminal has certainly taken Stena Line’s relocation into account Stena Line will use parts of the new terminal area while other adjacent terminal areas can also be made available in the relocation process,” says Göran Eriksson Circular ThinkingIn the construction of Arendal 2 180,000 cubic meters of contaminated materials from dredging in the Göta River have been encapsulated and solidified to form the foundation of the terminal area “We have hit two birds with one stone here where we have both managed to clean the river and dispose of dredging material locally without unnecessary transportation This has been done in a safe and environmentally friendly manner under a strict control program The goal of reusing as much material as possible has been very successful in this project.” A More Optimized and Competitive PortAlready large parts of Arendal 2 have begun to be used by the terminal operator Gothenburg Roro Terminal which previously had its operations divided between two different adjacent areas the terminal operator gets a larger contiguous terminal area with more accessible hinterland to the important berths 712 and 713 Arendal 2 is a solution where the involved actors get even better conditions to conduct their respective operations while the Port of Gothenburg as a whole is further optimized and becomes more competitive,” concludes Göran Eriksson Factfile: Arendal 2Approximately 144,000 square meters of terminal space.Approximately 42 kilometers of ducting 11 pump stations and 250 wells.Stormwater treatment plant.9 lighting masts.Investment: Approximately 60 million EUR Timeline: Arendal 2Late 1990s: A new terminal area in the Arendal bay is included in the Port of Gothenburg's master plan Autumn 2015: The Land and Environment Court grants the Port of Gothenburg permission to build a new cargo terminal adjacent to existing terminals in Arendal 2016-2017: Pilot projects are underway to test technology for stabilizing and solidifying contaminated dredged materials NCC begins work on driving 1,500 piles into the seabed to lay the foundation for the construction of rock embankments around Arendal Bay 2020: The enclosure of Arendal Bay is completed Before the basin is filled with dredged material about 150 enclosed eels are moved to open water outside Hönö in Gothenburg's northern archipelago The bay is then filled with 180,000 cubic meters of dredged material and monitored before being returned to the sea 2021-2022: The design of the terminal area begins; the contractor is procured 2023: The contractor for the construction of the terminal area begins work in March 2023 This final phase includes blasting and crushing the remaining rock The project involves laying pipes for water and stormwater Summer 2024: Arendal 2 is completed three months ahead of schedule and inaugurated on August 29 Image Descriptions:Arendal2_2019.jpg: April 2019: The enclosure of Arendal Bay is ongoing Arendal2_2021.jpgNovember 2021: Arendal Bay is filled with contaminated dredged materials undergoing solidification Arendal2_2024.jpg: August 2024: The terminal area is ready and the terminal operator can use the new parts before the inauguration parts of the areas to be used later in connection with Stena Line's relocation are visible For more high-resolution images and videos, go here: https://we.tl/t-yrgk8oHozp Fact file: Port of GothenburgThe Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in Scandinavia Around 20% of Swedish foreign trade and over 50% of all container traffic is handled in the Port of Gothenburg Direct services to key markets ensure highly efficient and digitalisation in a concerted effort to maintain the ongoing development of climate-efficient freight transport and calls by vessels With over 30 rail shuttles offering daily departures companies throughout Sweden and Norway have a direct climate-neutral service to the Port of Gothenburg The Port of Gothenburg is the largest port in Scandinavia including our LFP B-samples completing industry-standard tests This proves the quality of Morrow's industrial platform and commitment to becoming a leading battery producer in Europe" says CEO of Morrow Batteries Lars Christian Bacher Morrow produced and certified LFP B-sample batteries through internal acceptance tests and the company is shipping 300-500 certified LFP B-samples to potential customers over the coming months «I am proud of what the team has accomplished in a matter of months which cements the solidity of our roadmap to profitability through a targeted tier 1 operating cost structure and economies of scale." Bacher says and the recent certification of the LFP B-samples has further reduced the operational risk The company is progressing on its dual product and battery development strategy approaching the production start of first-generation batteries and launching Morrow's second-generation batteries (LNMO-X and LNMO-C) Morrow Batteries announced after the summer that it expects to produce the first next-generation LNMO-X batteries at its Customer Qualification Line during Q1 2024 The cell is a world-first with the configuration of this material "Morrow's deliverables prove that our stepwise scale-up strategy is working This enables us to start production of LFP batteries next year and at the same time develop next-generation batteries with significant quality and sustainability features" Participants who have questions can send their questions by mail to invest@morrowbatteries.com or through the chat function in the LinkedIn webcast Participant access informationPlease join the webcast using the following link: linkedin.com/events/industrialupdatefrommorrowStart time: 09:30am CET Duration: 20-30 minutes Morrow Batteries ASA (Morrow) is an industrial battery technology company on a mission to develop and deliver next-generation batteries with cathode material (LNMO) and maximise the use of clean and abundant manganese Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Arendal the company now has 160 battery specialists across four international offices Learn more at morrowbatteries.com and @MorrowBatteries on LinkedIn INDUSTRIAL UPDATE:Morrow Batteries ASA («Morrow») has produced and certified LFP B-sample batteries that are now ready for shipment to potential customers for further validation “We are pleased to reach this significant operational and technological milestone Completing multiple international acceptance tests with strong results brings us to th Morrow Batteries ASA ("Morrow") is receiving the first shipment of battery production equipment this week at the newly established container terminal in Arendal.The container ship "Thea II" arrived in Arendal on October 23 with the first load of battery production equipment for Morrow's battery cell factory This marks the first time a container ship unloads at the new terminal."This is a Morrow Batteries ASA ("Morrow") announces the appointment of Steffen Føreid as Chief Financial Officer Føreid brings considerable capital markets and strategic management expertise setting the stage for Morrow's expansive industrial growth."I'm very pleased that Steffen joins Morrow He brings almost 15 years of CFO experience from the energy and maritime sectors Morrow Batteries ASA ("Morrow") is raising up to EUR 70 million (approximately NOK 800 million) through a private placement guaranteed by the company's largest owners The raise in two tranches provides the company with capital to continue its development of next-generation sustainable batteries and brings Morrow closer to commercial production The company's extraordinary general meeting on Septe Morrow Batteries (“Morrow”) is proud to announce that it expects to produce the first next-generation LNMO-X batteries at its Customer Qualification Line during Q1 2024 The cell is a world-first with the configuration of this material.Lithium Nickel Manganese Oxide (LNMO) technology replaces cobalt with cheap and abundant manganese as a scaffold to better use the lithium and nickel inside the Morrow Batteries ASA (Morrow) is announcing it has achieved stable production of battery cells at its Customer Qualification Line (CQL) in South Korea with a yield of 86 per cent the average yield is at 70% yield in the beginning then moves up to 88-92% in the first two years of production "Achieving 86% in four months suggests high efficiency and effectiveness Morrow Batteries today inaugurates its battery research and innovation hub Norway.The centre is at the University of Agder's Campus in Grimstad spanning 2,000 square meters of high-tech lab space and another 1,700 square meters of modern office space It will house most of Morrow’s research activities and the development of Morrow Batteries' next-gene Morrow Batteries ASA (“Morrow”) today announces an agreement with four of its main shareholders on a convertible loan of NOK 567 million funding the continued development in Southern Norway The first battery factory is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2024 The company is growing fast and the proceeds from the convertible loan will finance the continued build-up of Morrow Batteries’ Morrow Batteries has announced that its Customer Qualification Line (CQL) in Chungju-si Korea is now operational."We are delighted to announce another milestone for Morrow Batteries Following the successful development of an A-sample Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell earlier this year we will now be able to produce up to 2.000 final format prismatic cells monthly at our production l Batterier er en av de viktigste driverne for det grønne skiftet men er energikrevende og kan gi store utslipp Miljøstiftelsen Bellona og Morrow Batteries inngår derfor nå et samarbeid for å utvikle beste praksis for bærekraftige batterimaterialer -og produksjon.Behovet for batterier ventes å mangedobles når verden skal nå sine klimamål Batteriproduksjon er imidlertid energikrevende og kan g Europe's largest LFP factory set to commence production in Q3 2024Morrow Batteries ASA (“Morrow”) will commence mass production at Europe’s first gigawatt-scale factory for LFP batteries in 2024 Morrow has reached significant milestones in technology The company will present an Industrial Update at a webcast on Tuesday Morrow Batteries ASA ("Morrow") has concluded the FATs in Asia of all the production equipment for the Morrow Cell Factory (MCF) Installation has already started in Arendal and Morrow is scheduled to start battery production in mid-2024 The battery manufacturer has conducted FATs since late May Nairobi, 23 February, 2022 – Climate change and land-use change are projected to make wildfires more frequent and intense, with a global increase of extreme fires of up to 14 per cent by 2030, 30 per cent by the end of 2050 and 50 per cent by the end of the century, according to a new report by UNEP and GRID-Arendal The paper calls for a radical change in government spending on wildfires shifting their investments from reaction and response to prevention and preparedness The publication calls on governments to adopt a new ‘Fire Ready Formula’ with two-thirds of spending devoted to planning direct responses to wildfires typically receive over half of related expenditures while planning receives less than one per cent authors call for a combination of data and science-based monitoring systems with indigenous knowledge and for a stronger regional and international cooperation “Current government responses to wildfires are often putting money in the wrong place Those emergency service workers and firefighters on the frontlines who are risking their lives to fight forest wildfires need to be supported” “We have to minimize the risk of extreme wildfires by being better prepared: invest more in fire risk reduction and strengthen global commitment to fight climate change” Wildfires disproportionately affect the world’s poorest nations. With an impact that extends for days, weeks and even years after the flames subside, they impede progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals and deepen social inequalities: Wildfires and climate change are mutually exacerbating Wildfires are made worse by climate change through increased drought mostly by ravaging sensitive and carbon-rich ecosystems like peatlands and rainforests making it harder to halt rising temperatures Wildlife and its natural habitats are rarely spared from wildfires, pushing some animal and plant species closer to extinction. A recent example is the Australian 2020 bushfires, which are estimated to have wiped out billions of domesticated and wild animals.  There is a critical need to better understand the behaviour of wildfires Achieving and sustaining adaptive land and fire management requires a combination of policies a legal framework and incentives that encourage appropriate land and fire use The restoration of ecosystems is an important avenue to mitigate the risk of wildfires before they occur and to build back better in their aftermath. Wetlands restoration and the reintroduction of species such as beavers, peatlands restoration building at a distance from vegetation and preserving open space buffers are some examples of the essential investments into prevention The report concludes with a call for stronger international standards for the safety and health of firefighters and for minimising the risks that they face before This includes raising awareness of the risks of smoke inhalation minimising the potential for life-threatening entrapments and providing firefighters with access to adequate hydration The report was commissioned in support of UNREDD and the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration UNEP will be exploring how further investments can be made to reduce fire risks in critical ecosystems around the world GRID-Arendal is a non-profit environmental communications centre based in Norway We transform environmental data into innovative science-based information products and provide capacity-building services that enable better environmental governance We aim to inform and activate a global audience and motivate decision-makers to effect positive change GRID-Arendal collaborates with UNEP and other partners around the world About the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration broad-based global movement to ramp up restoration and put the world on track for a sustainable future That will include building political momentum for restoration as well as thousands of initiatives on the ground UNEP@50: A time to reflect on the past and envision the future The 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm was the first-ever UN conference with the word “environment” in its title The creation of UNEP was one of the most visible outcomes of this conference of many firsts UNEP was created quite simply to be the environmental conscience of the UN and the world Activities taking place through 2022 will look at significant progress made as well as what’s ahead in decades to come About the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) UNEP is the leading global voice on the environment It provides leadership and encourages partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring informing and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations For more information, please contact:Keisha Rukikaire © 2025 UNEP Terms of Use Privacy Report Project Concern Report Scam Contact Us