Øyvind Eriksen

From the courtroom to the CEO’s office. Øyvind Eriksen has led Aker since 2009. During his tenure, the group has evolved from a strong focus on industry and energy to making major investments in industrial software and AI infrastructure. As Chairman of Aker BP, Eriksen also plays a central role in one of Norway’s most important energy companies. Few people get an inside look at how decisions of this scale are made: where to allocate capital, which businesses to develop further, and where to pursue new opportunities. Eriksen has been making these decisions for more than 15 years, leading a company with over 180 years of industrial history that must continuously navigate the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow. At The NHH Symposium 2027, you will hear how one of Norway’s most experienced industrial leaders approaches major investment decisions and what he sees when looking ahead to the next decade.