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Geodetic Institute
The Geodetic institute is the national authority for geodesy, determining the geodetic reference frame and other geodetic
products such as the geoid and height reference. The institute operates a service for accurate GNSS-positioning.
Mapping and Cadastre
The Mapping and Cadastre establish and manage spacial data covering Norwegian land areas, in cooperation with municipalities
and different public agencies. The division produce national map dataseries in different scales and the national printed map
series Norway 1:50 000. Mapping and Cadastre operate The National Place Name Register and The New Cadastre (matrikkelen) with
physical and ownership information including digital cadastre maps about properties.
Land Registry
The Land Registry is responsible for and manage The National Land Registry, which include a registry of leasing rights to
flats in housing co-operatives.
Hydrographic Service
The Hydrographic Service is responsible for surveying the Norwegian coast, including polar waters and for preparing and updating
nautical charts and descriptions of these waters. The activities also include studies of tides and currents and publishing
tide tables.
The Hydrographic Service has the operational responsibility for the international electronic navigational chart centre Primar, based in Stavanger.