Norwegian and foreign pharmaceutical companies selling medicinal products in Norway have their own trade organisation, Legemiddelindustriforeningen (LMI) – The Association of the Pharmaceutical Industry in Norway. LMI is working opposite the authorities, with the image and reputation of the industry, providing services towards the member companies, as well as making case assessments and supplying statistical reports. The association organises courses and training activities, e.g. conducting training courses for medical sales representatives and clinical trial monitors. LMI actively participates in international industry associations for manufacturers of pharmaceutical products.