Skanska to Renovate Norway's National Theater

24/02/2025, 14:09

Image: Den Nationale Scene

Skanska has inked a NOK 213 million contract with Den Nationale Scene (DNS) to undertake a major modernization of the iconic theater building in Bergen, Norway. The renovation project aims to provide the theater with new technical capabilities, improved working conditions for staff, enhanced facilities for visitors, and critically, universal accessibility for audiences with disabilities.

While upgrading the culturally protected edifice, a core focus will be preserving its unique character, rich history and distinctive identity. The theater annually welcomes between 120,000-140,000 patrons while functioning as a workplace for hundreds of personnel.

“We eagerly anticipate rehabilitating one of Bergen’s architectural gems, allowing us to fully leverage our expertise in renovation and redevelopment – a burgeoning priority for Skanska,” stated Pål Aglen, Executive Vice President of the company’s construction operations.

Theater director Solrun Toft Iversen hailed the modernization as “a monumental opportunity to safeguard our legacy while crafting something new,” underscoring DNS’s enthusiasm to collaborate with Skanska on stewarding this endeavor.

Skanska secured the general contractor role by delivering the most competitive price-quality ratio, factoring price alongside environmental criteria and quality standards. The construction work, for which Skanska will oversee and coordinate all subcontractors, commences on May 12, 2025.

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