Gjelsten Holding is a renowned brand that creates value through active ownership. With expertise and capital, we empower our businesses to thrive and succeed. Our company is built on the principles of entrepreneurship, focus, and long-term vision, which have been the guiding forces behind Bjørn Rune Gjelsten's remarkable journey.

Inspired by a family crest from the 16th century, our logo features an eagle and a lily, symbolizing our heritage rooted in the Gjelsten and Nakken farms near Ålesund. The Gjelsten family's history is deeply intertwined with trade and business development. Since 1871, the Gjelsten trading company had a significant presence in commerce and shipping, operating from Fiksdal, an important trading hub between Trondheim and Bergen until World War I.

Bjørn Rune Gjelsten played a pivotal role in the development of RGI during the years 1990-1995, which merged with Aker in 1996. Serving as chairman and CEO, Gjelsten led Aker RGI, a corporation with over 30,000 employees and a turnover exceeding 50 billion NOK. Building on our core values of clear objectives, unwavering focus, hard work, and active ownership, Gjelsten Holding was established in 2000.

Since then, the group has created significant value, experiencing remarkable financial growth. Our strong financial foundation positions us well for future progress and value creation. At Gjelsten Holding, we believe in engaged and decisive team members who contribute to our success.

Our leadership includes Bjørn Rune Gjelsten as the owner and chairman, Henrik Schüssler as the CEO, and Rune Marsdal as the CFO. Together, with our dedicated directors and managers, we cultivate a culture of excellence and achievement. To contact Gjelsten Holding or learn more about our services, please visit our website or reach out to us via phone or email