Press release
NG Nordic: New Name And Brand For The Nordic Circular Leader
March 31, 2025 at 07:00 AM

As of today, NG Group and Fortum Recycling & Waste are officially merging under the new name NG Nordic. Operating under this new brand, NG Nordic marks the start of a new era for circular solutions and total waste management in the Nordics.
“From today, NG Group and Fortum Recycling & Waste officially come together under the new brand NG Nordic. With this merger, we are building on our strong foundation to accelerate the shift towards a circular economy in the Nordics”, says CEO Bjørn Arve Ofstad.
The circular economy is no longer a future vision — it’s a transformation in motion. “We now have the combined expertise, infrastructure, and resources to make an even greater impact, helping our customers, businesses and society transition to a more circular and sustainable model”, Ofstad adds.
A stronger voice for the circular economy
As the leading player in the region, NG Nordic will be a key driver in advocating for policies, regulations, and industry practices that enable a more circular and resource-efficient future. Pushing for more ambitious circularity targets across industries and contributing to a low-carbon society.
“With our customers, we will continue to challenge the status quo and push for smarter solutions. By advocating for policies that enable real change, we can create a future where resources are used more efficiently, waste is minimized, and circularity becomes the norm”, says CEO Bjørn Arve Ofstad.
Vital part of the Nordic’s infrastructure
With 3,400 employees, 90 sites in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark, and 4.4 million tonnes of waste handled annually, NG Nordic is not only a vital part of the region’s infrastructure but also a key driver of the shift towards circular value creation. By offering a full-service circular value chain—from collection and depollution to high-quality recycling and resource recovery—NG Nordic ensures that valuable materials are reintroduced into the economy.
Background information: Investing in a circular and waste-free Europe - Summa Equity
Further information:
Kalle Saarimaa, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Industrial Waste Services, NG Nordic
kalle.saarimaa@fortum.com, p. +358 41 503 1337
NG Nordic
NG Nordic is a leading provider of circular solutions and environmental services, tackling the urgent challenges of climate change and resource scarcity. Through reuse, collection, recycling, and depollution NG Nordic transforms waste into valuable resources and removes hazardous substances from circulation – scaling access to circular raw materials, decarbonize society and help protect natural ecosystems.
With strong presence across the Nordics, and in Poland and the UK, NG Nordic is a vital part of the Nordic industrial infrastructure handling 4.4 million of waste annually through 90 facilities and sites. With 3,400 employees, generating EUR 1,3 billion in revenue and provide tailored customer solutions across the entire value chain.