How Gungnir of Norway Simplifies Exports with Trade Documents from the Oslo Chamber of Commerce
A customer story about how Gungnir of Norway uses the trade documents Certificates of Origin and ATA Carnet.
Gungnir of Norway is a Norwegian company that develops innovative free-weight equipment, with a strong focus on combining Nordic design with smart and user-friendly solutions. Our flagship product is a series of patented barbells featuring an integrated locking mechanism for securing weight plates. This design eliminates the need for traditional clips and spring collars, which are often difficult to use, prone to breaking, create clutter, or simply go missing. The built-in lock keeps the training environment tidy, increases safety, and enhances the overall user experience. It is easy to operate, locks plates quickly, and is exceptionally durable.
Our products are in demand worldwide, with particular interest from major gym chains in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Norway.
“At Gungnir of Norway, we use ATA Carnets and Certificates of Origin (COO) issued by the Oslo Chamber of Commerce as essential tools in our export operations.We rely on ATA Carnets when participating in major international trade fairs. The document allows us to temporarily import goods without paying customs duties or taxes, enabling us to bring our products and equipment to the event and return them to Norway afterward. This provides a simple and cost-effective solution for exhibiting the same items at multiple fairs.”
“Certificates of Origin confirm Norwegian origin and allow our customers in countries with favorable trade agreements with Norway to benefit from duty exemptions. With exports to many parts of the world, this is a valuable tool for both us and our customers, as it provides a strong incentive to continue producing in Norway with pride, under the “Made in Norway” label.”
-Co-founder & CCO, Audun Filip Sand
“It’s incredibly convenient to generate COOs through the EssCert portal. Approval happens within 24 hours, and we receive quick feedback if anything is missing. We always get a digital version as well when we need physical copies sent by mail. The entire process is fast and efficient.”
–Melissa Schanche, Head of Operations
Gungnir of Norway also offers weight plates and complete group training sets featuring more compact bars and plates. We continuously work on launching new barbell variants and developing complementary products within the free-weight category. This ongoing innovation supports our growth ambitions by expanding our product portfolio and providing a complete and high-quality range for our customers.
