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The Norwegian pavilion at Metstrade 2024 is the largest Norwegian presence the show has ever seen, according to Thomas Nilsson, who represents the Norwegian marine industry at the event.▶ 0:04 The pavilion secured a new, more prominent location — the Norwegian flag is the first thing visitors see when entering — and organizers expect to hold that position permanently.▶ 0:24 Metstrade itself set a record with 1,700 exhibitors filling every hall.▶ 0:18 Norwegian exhibitors report strong visitor numbers and positive feedback.▶ 1:28 Nilsson notes that equipment and gear sales are outpacing new-boat sales, and that the EU and EEA markets show early signs of recovery, though the Norwegian domestic boat market remains below its pandemic-era peak.▶ 0:26 The pavilion serves as a meeting point for international marine industry talks, with Norwegian representatives conducting multiple business meetings on behalf of boat builders and the broader industry.▶ 1:28

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