Andreas Flåm

State Secretary to Minister of Defence Government of Norway

Andreas Flåm (The Norwegian Labor Party) was appointed State Secretary for Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik in February 2025. Experienced advisor and political professional with a strong background in defence policy, High North issues, and regional development.

Over 15 years of experience working in public administration and higher education, with a focus on strategic advising, political processes, and industry collaboration Employment: January 2024 – February 2025 Advisor in Bodø Municipality on defence policy and the defence industry July 2014 – October 2023 Political Advisor to the County Council in Nordland County Municipality January 2014 – June 2014 Senior Advisor at the University of Nordland, Centre for High North Logistics April 2007 – December 2023 Advisor/Senior Advisor in the Business Department at Nordland County Municipality.

Responsible for defence and High North policy Education: 2004–2006 – Master’s degree in Political Science from NTNU 2002–2004 – Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences from NTNU 2000–2002 – Intermediate level in Political Science at Østfold University College Board Positions: April 2024 – February 2025 Chair of the Board at NewSpace North, a company working with small satellites at Andøya