Founded in the year 1040, Oslo is the capital and the most populous city in Norway. It constitutes both a county and a municipality. The city is the economic and governmental centre of Norway. It is also a hub of Norwegian trade, banking, industry and shipping, and an important centre for maritime industries and maritime trade in Europe.
Oslo is home to many companies within the maritime sector, some of which are among the world's largest shipping companies, shipbrokers and maritime insurance brokers.
These fascinating photos that show you what Oslo looked like in the 1980s.
