Food and Beverage Manufacturing in Iceland

Omnom Chocolate

Omnom Chocolate is a bean to bar chocolate producer in Iceland. We use cacao beans from different origins in order to discover what makes each region special and unique. We source premium, organic beans with interesting flavour profiles for our chocolate making. We approach our recipes with curiosity & innovation. In the test lab, we experiment until we find the right flavour and then we perfect that recipe, never covering flavours or cutting corners. Omnom's goal is to use the highest quality of ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship to create a treat for you to enjoy.

11 to 50 staff

Iceland Seafood International

Iceland Seafood International (ISI) is a worldwide sales, processing and marketing company for frozen, salted and fresh seafood, operating eight different subsidiaries across Europe and North-America.

501 to 1000 staff

Dropi

Dropi is the world’s first clean fish oil, made from freshly caught fish and nothing else. The journey of Dropi started in Bolungarvík, a fishing town in the Northwest of Iceland, located on the Westfjords peninsula. It is home to one of Iceland’s oldest fishing communities, giving real depth to our traditional roots. The region provides us with the cleanest fishing grounds one can find in the Atlantic with the purest quality fish shoaling around. Our clean fish oil is exclusively cold processed, using an extraction method that resembles the ancient technique developed by early Viking settlers. This method allows us to produce the highest quality cod liver oil with the utmost care and attention. Dropi is HACCP certified, which means that all of our products are produced according to the European Standards of Good Manufacturing Practice. By implementing a traceable QR-code system we constantly live up to our promise of being fully transparent and trustworthy.

1 to 10 staff

Samherji Hf

Operating in a system of resource management where the aim is sustainable fishing, Samherji, founded in 1983, is a leading seafood company in Iceland. Outside Iceland, Samherji has or takes part in operations in Germany, Poland, U.K, the Faroe Islands, Africa, Canada, France, Spain and Portugal. Samherji is a vertically integrated seafood company, controlling a significant volume of fishing quota, operating a powerful fleet of fishing vessels; freezer and fresh fish trawlers, as well as multi purpose vessels, white fish factories and fish farming. Samherji also runs extensive sales and marketing operations which are coordinated at the company´s head office.

501 to 1000 staff

Von Iceland

VON Iceland is one of the largest and most powerful food processing company in Iceland, specializing in the production of dried seafood snacks. Von Iceland was established in 2002. A custom-made production method developed by the company's founders is based on decades of experience in the production of dried seafood snacks. VON Iceland is a leading company in the processing and marketing of dried fish products in the local market as well International.

11 to 50 staff

Vaxa

Founded in 2017, VAXA grows high quality leafy greens in a fully controlled environment in our indoor farms located in Reykjavík, Iceland and Örebro, Sweden. Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) enables us to optimize the use of valuable land and water, powered by energy that derives from clean, renewable sources. Our products are never treated with pesticides so they can be consumed straight from the box, with no need to rinse them. We continuously work on making each aspect of our operation as sustainable as possible and in many ways, our production method and business model contributes to a more sustainable agriculture and supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set up by the United Nations. It is our continuous mission at VAXA to provide consumers with healthy, clean and high-quality food, produced in a sustainable and responsible manner. Healthy diet has obvious and positive effects on both the environment and society in which we operate. An option of healthy eating provided by VAXA increases probabilities of a better physical and mental health, lowers the likelihood of lifestyle-related diseases and the cost of public healthcare.

11 to 50 staff

Arnarlax

Arnarlax is the largest farmer and producer of Icelandic salmon. Our goal is to deliver a quality product to our customers in harmony with nature and the local community.

51 to 200 staff

Matorka

Matorka produces the world's finest Arctic char in the world's most magical place - Iceland. Our mission is to responsibly raise the world’s finest Arctic char in harmony with Iceland's natural ecosystem. We responsibly raise the finest Arctic char, from the world’s most magical place - Iceland. Our farm is powered by 100% green geothermal electricity and uses pristine lava-filtered waters. Matorka’s founders had the vision to work within Iceland’s natural ecosystem to establish the most sustainable aquaculture in the world. Here, in our unique Grindavik location, they found the ideal setting to engineer a groundbreaking land-based aquaculture facility, creating what is truly the lowest impact, most responsible way to raise strong, thriving fish, with stewardship of the fish foremost. We are proud to be compliant with multiple leading global certifications spanning environmental sustainability, best labour practices, aquaculture and animal welfare. We are a dedicated and hands-on team who act with integrity, practicality and a genuine passion for raising this exceptional fish in Iceland’s beautiful and sometimes brutal environment. Iceland is known for producing the best Arctic char. And – by dedicating ourselves solely to raising this single extraordinary fish in this single magical location – we at Matorka are proud to supply the best tasting, healthiest Arctic char in Iceland, and the world. Our prized fish is available 52 weeks per year in the USA, Canada, Northern- and Western Europe.

11 to 50 staff

Arctic Fish

Based in Iceland’s remote Westfjords, Arctic Fish recognizes that our greatest assets are our natural resources. This is reflected in our dedication to sustainable aquaculture and certified products. Taking great pride in our work and environment, we bring the world responsibly farmed fish with the clean taste of Iceland’s pristine waters. Our high quality products are not simply a means of income, but also a symbol of our integrity and the region we represent. Arctic Fish is committed to maintain the highest standards in relation to fish welfare, sustainability and a healthy stewardship of the environment.

51 to 200 staff

Geosalmo

Raised in the cleanest water in the world, our salmon is a pure superfood! Geo Salmo intends to be a leader in developing the land-based salmon farming industry to future success and benefit of the world. Our project is building a tonne hybrid flow-through land-based farm in South-Iceland with on-site smolt and processing, allowing for roe to finished product within the same facility.

1 to 10 staff

Icemar Ltd

Looking for fresh and frozen seafood from the North Atlantic that is sourced sustainably? IceMar is your partner and bridge to the best of Iceland. IceMar was established in 2003 with a vision to bring the best of Icelandic Seafood to the World. Our team of experts is passionate about ensuring that our customers around the world experience the best of Icelandic quality and service with every order and shipment. We supply sustainable wild-caught and farm-raised seafood from Iceland that is MSC and ASC-certified. Iceland’s Wild Fisheries are amongst the best managed in the world and the nutrient-rich coastline and geo-thermal waters are spawning a rapidly growing aquaculture industry too. IceMar and its owner New England Seafood take its obligation to protect our oceans and to respect and maximise the value of every fish harvested very seriously. We play a very active role in driving continuous improvement on a wide-ranging series of sustainability, social and environmental subjects. IceMar’s founder, CEO and co-owner, started his career as a fisherman at the young age of 15. He worked on board several Icelandic long liners and trawlers for ten years, learning the craft and the business from the inside. Gunnar comes from a family like many others in Iceland that have lived from what the surrounding waters have provided. We work with customers globally who value having a true partner in Iceland to represent their interests on our small but rich and diverse Island. In providing a wide range of wild and farm-raised species tailored to our customer’s needs, we are far more than just a trader.

11 to 50 staff

Saltverk

Saltverk is an Icelandic food producer, focused on making sustainable food built upon Nordic food traditions. Saltverk´s Icelandic Flake salt is the world’s only artisan salt produced with 100% geothermal energy. It is produced in the northwest of Iceland, on the Westfjords building on over 200 years old tradition of salt making on the Reykjanes peninsula.

1 to 10 staff

Katla

Katla is a family owned company and ever since it was founded in 1954 the company has focused on producing and marketing quality consumer products. Today the company also produces and market products for the bakery, meat and fish industry. Originally the company was founded to pack consumer product into user friendly packaging for the Icelandic market instead of importing ready to use products. The founders of Katla were convinced that they would be able to offer the Icelandic consumer better products on more competitive price than they had been offered before. The Icelandic consumer responded positively right away. Ever since the company Katla matvaelaiðja ehf. bought Katla in 1986 the operation has developed a lot. Many innovations have been successfully marketed and the operation has grown steadily. Over the years other companies have been purchased and integrated with Katla. The company’s strategy is to continue its growth.

11 to 50 staff

Laxey

Our goal is to establish a land-based fish farm in the Westman Islands, producing tonnes of Atlantic salmon annually. As the fastest-growing food industry, aquaculture is driven by global population growth and rising demand for salmon, which continues to outpace supply.

11 to 50 staff

Arctract Limited

ArcTract produces savory fish extracts from fish caught in a sustainable manner in the prime arctic waters. The extracts can be used to enhance and improve fish taste in fish-dishes and soups. The company sells its products both in consumer packaging and in bulk packaging for producers of prepared foods and produce. ArcTract is based in the town of Isafjordur in Iceland and enjoys a close partnership with the company Klofningur ehf- one of the largest exporters of stock-fish in Northern Europe. Other partners include Hradfrystihusid-Gunnvor hf, the AVS Marine Development Fund and the Marine Municipality Development Fund. The name ArcTract is derived from the words arctic and extract. The mission of ArcTract is to produce and sell high quality fish extracts, bringing the uncompromised flavor of arctic fish to peoples plates. Please contact info@arctract.com for further information.

1 to 10 staff

Lava Cheese

Lava Cheese was founded in 2017 by two friends who were sitting drinking beer and having some good old fashioned grilled cheese sandwiches. They were both picking at the crispy cheese at the end of the sandwiches - the best part! That is where the idea of Lava Cheese was born! Lava Cheese is available in every major grocery store in Iceland and we are establishing sales in Sweden and Denmark as well.

1 to 10 staff

Landnyting Ehf

An Icelandic startup planning for large scale vegetable cultivation, using Icelands environmentally friendly resources.

1 to 10 staff

Myllan-Ora

Myllan-Ora ehf. hét áður ÍSAM ehf. Félagið á og rekur matvælaframleiðslu undir merkjum Myllunnar, Kexsmiðjunnar, Frón og Ora. Starfsemi Myllunnar, Kexsmiðjunnar og Frón fer fram á Blikastaðavegi 2 í Reykjavík og Ora er í Vesturvör 12 í Kópavogi.

201 to 500 staff

North Marine Ingredients

North Marine Ingredient is an Icelandic biotech company that specializes in better utilization of marine by-products with the use of cold adaptive enzyme technology. All North Marine Ingredients products are suitable for the food and nutraceutical industries. Through innovative patent pending process technology developed at North Marine Ingredients, we are able to produce high quality protein, fish bone calcium and highest quality marine flavor extracts from seafood byproducts. By using our unique proprietary enzyme technology we are able to produce marine flavor extract and fish bone powder of the highest quality. Our plant is strategically located close to the major landing spots of the Icelandic fish industry to ensure the freshness of raw materials. There are no chemical additives in our products, nor have they been subject to destructive processing techniques. We use a gentle, low-temperature, production process that preserves all the important qualities of fresh raw materials form the pristine waters of the North Atlantic. North Marine Ingredients mission is to increase the value of marine by-products with the use of sustainable, chemical free enzyme technology to make a natural, clean-label product that can be used in food and nutraceutical industries. Learn more about North Marine Ingredients at

1 to 10 staff

Skyrbiotics Powered By Synbalance

SkyrBiotics® powered by SynBalance® — Icelandic innovation meets Italian microbiome science. Born in Iceland and now powered by SynBalance, SkyrBiotics® powered by SynBalance® is a consumer-facing ingredient platform created to bring research-validated gut health benefits to dairy and food products worldwide. We're not made FROM skyr — we're made FOR skyr, yogurt, and other dairy and food applications, helping brands transform everyday products into functional nutrition. What we deliver: Research-validated strains in functional doses — not generic "live cultures" claims, but specific, transparent, science-backed solutions that meet the rising consumer demand for genuine gut health benefits. For brands: A differentiated ingredient platform that can appear on packaging, giving you a marketable story, credible science, and meaningful connection with health-conscious consumers. Seamless integration across formats — skyr, yogurt, drinks, shots, and shelf-stable products. Our mission: Bring research-validated gut health benefits to as many people as possible by making dairy and food products functionally better — one gut at a time.

1 to 10 staff

Sm-Eyrar Ehf

Specialists in making Original Icelandic Skyr, Decades of experience. Original Recipe. Original Starter Culture.

1 to 10 staff

Stefan B. Chocolatier

Stefan's B's story starts on very icy cold day in the fjord's of Iceland. Stefan was on his way to the coast, riding on his Icelandic horse, when suddenly a puffin came out of nowhere and scared his horse. Startled as he was, the horse knocked Stefan off and ran away. Left with nothing but a piece of chocolate in his pocket, Stefan was able to overcome his long walk home and thus began his love affair with everything chocolate.

1 to 10 staff

Sifmar Ehf

1 to 10 staff

Arctic Health Iceland

1 to 10 staff

Nordwell Iceland

At Nordwell, we specialize in the wholesale supply of premium marine collagen Type I derived from sustainably sourced cod skin. Our two newly constructed, state-of-the-art, government licenced and BRSC certified production facilities, located on the north and south coasts of Iceland, are strategically positioned just a stone's throw from the prime fishing grounds. This proximity allows us to guarantee the freshness of our raw materials from MSC certified fisheries and maintain the highest quality standards in our collagen production. We are committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility, sourcing only from sustainable fishing stocks. Our unique production process employs gentle and clean methods, preserving the integrity and beneficial properties of the collagen while ensuring minimal impact on the environment. Our hydrolyzed method breaks down proteins into smaller collagen peptides, enhancing the body’s ability to absorb them. This makes our production a valuable supplement for the F&B industry, pharmaceuticals, health and nutricion and quality pet food producers. With our two production facilities, we provide unparalleled business continuity and flexibility, allowing us to meet diverse client needs and adapt to market demands efficiently. At Nordwell, we believe in the importance of quality, sustainability, and integrity in every aspect of our operations. Join us on our mission to deliver the finest marine collagen, while prioritizing health and the sustainability of our oceans and the communities that rely on them. Let's work together for a healthier and sustainable future!

11 to 50 staff

Fang

Iceland's Pet Food Partner

11 to 50 staff

Viking Resources Ehf

Join Viking Resources to hydrate the world with Iceland’s purest and most natural spring water As a steward of Iceland’s natural spring source, Viking Resources will deliver premium bottled water in its purest, most natural form to retailers and industries worldwide.

1 to 10 staff

Foodsmart Nordic

FoodSmart Nordic crafts excellence with Iceland’s renewable energies and oceanic treasures in producing Marine Collagen Peptides Powder and Sea Cucumber Extract Powder. We use local raw material harvested from the pure Icelandic oceans in a sustainable way with the lowest carbon footprint available. We process the product with renewable energy and natural Icelandic spring water. With our new and state of the art production plant we have redifined food production through smart technology and sustainable methods. Our commitment extends beyond just creating high-quality supplements; we aim to empower our clients with knowledge and tools for informed decisions. In that way, Foodsmart is not just another supplement company. We have developed a state-of-the-art production line as well as a software solution, where technology combines with natural ingredients to ensure the highest possible quality. We are changing the current trends in food processing, and moving towards a future of informed decisions. Join us on our journey towards a healthier future.

1 to 10 staff

Langa

Manufacturer of Icelandic Marine Collagen Manufacturer of dried fish products to Africa

11 to 50 staff

Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga

Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga

501 to 1000 staff

Emmessís

Emmessís, founded in 1960, is Iceland's oldest and largest ice cream manufacturer and reseller, known for its cream based ice cream and sorbet bars. Emmessís is the official reseller of Ben & Jerry's, Häagen-Dazs, Magnum, Oppo and Frisko in Iceland. The company is part of the 1912 ltd corporation.

11 to 50 staff

Álfasaga Ehf

Dótturfyrirtæki Álfasögu eiga það sameiginlegt að framleiða gæða matvöru sem seld er á neytendamarkaði, til stóreldhúsa og til flugfélaga. Markmið Álfasögu er ávallt að bjóða upp á framúrskarandi þjónustu, stuðla að nýsköpun og vera leiðandi í gæða framleiðslu matvæla.

51 to 200 staff

Gæðabakstur - Ömmubakstur

Gæðabakstur bakarí var stofnað 1993 en á rætur að rekja til ársins 1952 þegar Ömmubakstur var stofnað. Við erum leiðandi fyrirtæki í framleiðslu á fersku brauðmeti. s.s. brauðum, kökum, smábrauðum, hamborgarabrauðum, pylsubrauðum ofl. fyrir neytendur, hótel, veitingastaði, mötuneyti, stofnanir og fyrirtæki. Okkar forskot liggur fyrst og fremst í gæðum og sveigjanleika

51 to 200 staff

Ella Stína

Framleiðsla mín er vegan án allra aukefna og viðbætts sykurs. Ástríða mín er að koma með bragðgóðan og hollan valkost í veganúrval íslensks matvælamarkaðs. Einnig hafði ég í huga að varan væri væn þeim sem eru að taka sín fyrstu skref í að velja meira plöntumiðað mataræði og minnka kjötneyslu eða vilja fá meiri tilbreytingu í fæðuvali.

1 to 10 staff

Norður & Co

Norður & Co. production is located on Karlsey Island in Breiðafjörður, Iceland. Here we make Norður Salt. Norður Salt is a flaky sea salt with a production method that was first tried in 1753. The Arctic sea is pumped into open pans, where it is heated with water from natural hot springs. This sustainable process leaves behind no carbon footprint — and fresh, crunchy flakes of Norður sea salt.

1 to 10 staff

Mabrúka

Mabrúka specializes in making high quality handmade and sundried spices in Tunisia for the Nordic cuisine. Our production follows the old techniques in North Africa where we do all the process from scratch by ourselves and without involving any industrial machines. We provide a range of authentic, homemade and clean products without any added substances. Our clients are fine restaurants and also high quality retail stores. We are very proud to say that we pick our raw materials straight from farmers where we get fresh seeds and plants to sundry and use to make our spice products. Mabrúka stands for women empowerment and social impact that´s we work towards building a bridge between the North African and Nordic cultures. If you want to know more about our story, read here: https://mabruka.is/story/

1 to 10 staff

Lagarlíf

Ráðstefna um eldi og ræktun.

1 to 10 staff