Kredinor at the Nordic Debt Collection Webinar
On Friday, 9 January, our CEO, Rolf Eek-Johansen, participated as a speaker at the Nordic Debt Collection Webinar hosted by Arctic Securities. The webinar brought together senior executives from leading European debt collection companies to discuss how the industry can address major shifts, including increased digitalisation, evolving regulatory requirements, and the growing need for more efficient and scalable solutions.
In his presentation, “Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities of the Norwegian CMS Market,” Rolf Eek-Johansen shared insights from Kredinor’s position as the market leader in Norway and a trusted Nordic partner. He highlighted how Kredinor has successfully returned to profitability, and how a diversified business model combined with a strong balance sheet provides resilience in a demanding market environment. The presentation also covered:
- Key market drivers: Digital transformation, increased adoption of AI and automation, evolving regulatory requirements, and the need for tailored solutions in large sectors such as energy and financial services.
- Regulatory developments: The most comprehensive revision of the Norwegian Debt Collection Act since 1988, introducing new licensing requirements and stricter standards for debtor interaction, along with the implementation of elements of the NPL Directive into Norwegian legislation.
- The Kredinor Barometer: Analysis of macroeconomic trends, indicating expected improvements in purchasing power and real wage growth going forward.
- Priorities for 2026: Strategic discipline, cost synergies, margin improvement through efficiency measures, and optimisation of the capital structure.
Participation in the webinar underscores Kredinor’s active role in shaping the development of the industry, while also providing valuable insight into the trends and challenges that impact both our operations and our clients.