Guarding and Security Services

Guarding and Security Services in Oslo

Oslo’s luxury retail is concentrated in Kvadraturen, on Nedre Slottsgate and around the Steen & Strøm department store, a short distance from Karl Johans gate. The waterfront at Aker Brygge, Tjuvholmen and Bjørvika adds offices, restaurants and more high-end retail.

See the Norway page for coverage across the country, or the Europe overview.

Luxury Shopping Districts in Oslo

Programs in Oslo cover the city center and the waterfront, including:

  • Nedre Slottsgate
  • Steen & Strøm
  • Karl Johans gate
  • Aker Brygge
  • Tjuvholmen
  • Bjørvika

Security Considerations in Oslo

Nedre Slottsgate is a compact luxury street with stores close together, serving an affluent local clientele and a growing number of summer tourists and cruise passengers. Officers need to maintain a professional and discreet presence at the door and work closely with neighboring stores. Norwegian and English are the working languages, and both are widely spoken.

Winter darkness, snow and ice affect entrances, exterior posts and officer travel for several months of the year. Constitution Day on 17 May and the Christmas season draw large crowds to the city center. A security program should plan for the weather, provide proper equipment and regular checks on officer welfare, and keep standards in line with locations in Stockholm and Copenhagen.

How Coverage Works in Oslo

McCray designs the program, and officers follow McCray Post Orders.

Security companies in Norway must hold a police permit under the Security Services Act of 2001 (vaktvirksomhetsloven). Source

Services in Oslo

Common Questions

Can One Program Cover Stores in Several Countries?

Yes. The program is built for retailers with locations in several markets. Each location follows the same Post Orders format, the same reporting and the same escalation procedure.

Talk to Us About Coverage in Oslo

Call (833) 832-6647 or request an assessment online. Nearby markets: Stockholm, Copenhagen.