About us
Bergen Synergy was established in 2022 to assist end-users and producers within the energy market, drawing on extensive experience in the Nordic and European energy sectors. We provide physical electricity and portfolio management services to the corporate market, and also offer consulting and analysis in sustainability and energy markets.
Our core expertise lies in portfolio management, with a primary focus on risk management. Leveraging proven risk models refined through years of regional experience, we offer tailored management services to our customers. We also deliver access to historical and forecasted data, supporting internal budgeting and decision-making processes.
Our goal is to provide customers with predictability and competitiveness, enabling them to concentrate on their core objectives with confidence.
Nordic Footprint
Bergen Synergy is a trusted energy partner across the Nordic region delivering tailored solutions that drive sustainability, cost-efficiency and energy predictability for businesses.
With our deep expertise and local presence, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the Nordic market. Our goal is to help businesses throughout the region navigate the complexities of energy management, reducing costs and enhancing operational stability.
As a leading player in the Nordic energy landscape, we’re committed to providing innovative and reliable solutions that align with the values of our customers and the region.
Our Business Areas
Energy Supplier & Portfolio Management
As a leading energy supplier, Bergen Synergy offers more than just energy — we provide comprehensive portfolio management. By actively managing energy portfolios, we help businesses reduce costs, mitigate risks and ensure a stable energy supply that aligns with their financial and sustainability objectives.
Energy Advisory Services
Our advisory services empower businesses to navigate the complexities of the energy landscape. With expertise in energy efficiency, regulatory compliance and sustainability strategies, our team provides insights that enable our customers to make informed, strategic decisions that drive both cost savings and environmental benefits.
Capital Management
Bergen Synergy’s capital management services support businesses investing in projects related to the energy market. We offer access to a range of financing solutions, enabling customers to align their investments with long-term financial and sustainability goals. By partnering with us, businesses can achieve both economic growth and environmental responsibility.
People
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Geir-Arne Mo
CEO
With 25 years of experience leading energy and sustainability solutions across global markets, bringing deep industry knowledge and leadership in the Nordic energy sector.
Leadership | Sustainability | Physical Trading | Energy | Strategy
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Jarle Kvamme
CFO
An accomplished investor, board member, and CFO with over 20 years of experience in financial strategy, investor relations, and leadership across multiple energy and tech startups.
Financial Leadership | Investor Management | Business Development | Startup | Strategy
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Rikard Dagerbäck
VD | Managing Director in Sweden
15 years in the energy sector, supporting large consumers with supply contracts, PPAs, portfolio management, and advisory services for electricity and gas across the Nordic and European markets.
Advisor | Business Development | Energy | Heavy Industry | Strategy
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Frank Carlsen
Head of Asset Management
Over 30 years of experience in energy markets, leading software for trading and risk management, and managing assets in offshore gas and LNG shipping.
Risk Management | ETRM | Derivatives | Energy | Finance
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Martin Cappelen Smith
Head of Business Development
Eight years of experience in retail, specializing in optimization and procurement processes. Responsible for one of Norway's largest energy consumption portfolios.
Procurement | Optimization Processes | Energy | Project Management | Asset Management
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Lars Christian Sekne
Senior Business Development
Over 24 years of experience in energy markets, specializing in asset management, strategies, renewable energy projects, and leading energy trading initiatives across Europe.
Energy | Asset Management | Renewable Projects | Business Development | Strategy
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Thomas Angell
Head of Portfolio Management
With 28 years of experience in energy portfolio management, he has played a key role in pioneering the Nordic Electricity market and developed advanced hedging models for a range of commodities
Risk Management | Portfolio Management | Derivatives Trading | Energy | Modelling
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Haakon Knudstad
Senior Portfolio Manager
Over 20 years in energy markets, managing portfolios and trading Nordic/German electricity and EUA quotas, with a proven track record of strong financial results.
Portfolio Management | Risk Management | Derivatives Trading | Energy | Weather Analysis
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Rolf-Helge Sørensen
Head of Risk Management and MO
23 years of experience in portfolio and risk management, trading electricity, gas, and EUA, and leading energy trading departments across the Nordic and European markets.
Risk Management | Portfolio Management | Derivatives Trading | Energy | Strategy
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Arne Petter Drageset
Senior Business Analyst
Over 15 years of expertise in the energy sector with a strong background in data analytics, software development, and energy trading and analysis.
Energy | Data Science | Python | Plotly Dash | Energy Analyst
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Jack Burtonwood
Junior Business Analyst
Master’s student at the Norwegian School of Economics, specializing in Business Analytics. Focus on data analysis and quantitative methods to drive value creation in business.
Analysis | Reporting | Energy | Data Models | PowerBI
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Truls Øvreås
Manager Back-Office
Over 17 years of experience in settlement and billing systems for electricity customers in the Nordic region. Led projects and developed systems for energy data management.
Measurement | Settlement | Billing | Energy | Reporting
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Karianne Asphaug
Senior Back-office Analyst
With 23 years of experience in the energy industry, developed extensive expertise as a portfolio manager in physical electricity trading in the Nordic region.
Portfolio Management | Physical Electricity Trading | Forecast Modeling | Energy | Analysis
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Erik Våge
Head of IT Development
30 years of experience in the development, operation, maintenance, and architecture of international, data-intensive client/server and data warehouse systems within finance, energy, and case/document management.
SQL | Data Warehousing | Reporting | Energy | Architecture
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Sunniva Hillesøy
Full-Stack Development
Experienced developer with expertise in C#, F#, Blazor, and Microsoft Azure. Previously worked with various CMS systems and JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, and Next.js
C# .NET | Full Stack Development | Microsoft Azure | JavaScript | DevOps
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Fredrik Birkeland
Full-Stack Developer
Full-stack IT developer with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, specialized in software development and architecture
Full Stack Development | SQL | Microsoft Stack | Blazor | DevOps
Owners of Bergen Synergy
At Bergen Synergy, ownership is shared between investors and the employees of the company. The largest investors are Klaveness Marine, Blystad, Farvatn, and Syneco. We take pride in having attracted some of Norway's leading investment environments while also allowing employees to participate in the value creation and development of Bergen Synergy.
We believe that the balance of ownership between employees and investors is one of the critical success factors for Bergen Synergy to deliver the best solutions for its customers and achieve its growth goals.
The Board in Bergen Synergy
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Tor Erik Andreassen
Chair of the board
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Henrik Romero Falch
Boardmember
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Fredrik Advocaat Lund
Boardmember
