Slippurinn Akureyri

Slippurinn Akureyri is a leading shipyard in Iceland with headquarters in Akureyri and operations in South Iceland and Norway.

The company operates a ship recovery facility and repair facility and specializes in all types of metalwork, mechanical engineering, machine repairs, lathe work and shipbuilding. In addition, it operates a woodworking workshop, sand/water blasting and painting. The company also offers an extensive spare parts and tool shop that is well regarded in the industry.


Slippurinn's ship services provide maintenance, repairs and improvements for fishing companies. The services include design, renovation and maintenance of ships and their equipment. In recent years, the company has expanded its services with an increased emphasis on the construction of fish processing equipment under the brand name DNG by Slippurinn Akureyri. DNG is a leader in the production of advanced electric winches and other fish processing solutions for the fishing industry, both at sea and on land.

Slippurinn Akureyri is divided into four key areas that ensure a variety of services:


  •  Ship Services Division provides ship maintenance and inspection services, as well as steel fabrication, mechanical repairs, carpentry, sand/water blasting and painting. The division offers complete solutions for marine companies and specializes in ship design, renovation and maintenance.
  • Aquaculture and Industry Division focuses on projects within the aquaculture sector, mainly at land-based fish farms. This department has extensive expertise and provides solutions and advice to aquaculture companies.
  • DNG Traction Winches produces advanced electric winches, which diversify Slipp's product offering and serve the fishing industry in a variety of ways. DNG is a pioneer in this sector.
  • DNG Processing Solutions specializes in the design and manufacture of fish processing equipment under the DNG brand. This division provides premium maintenance services for the fishing industry, both at sea and on land, and offers complete solutions for fish processing.


Slippurinn Akureyri has a wide product line and undertakes diverse projects for the fishing industry, ensuring that the company maintains its position as a leading player in its field.