The Slipper Akureyri

Slippurinn Akureyri is a leading ship service company in Iceland, headquartered in Akureyri and operating in Hafnarfjörður. The company operates a ship recovery facility and repair facility and specializes in metalwork, mechanical engineering, engine repairs, lathe work and general ship repairs. In addition, it operates strong departments for carpentry, sand/water blasting and painting. The company also offers a reliable spare parts and tool shop that is highly regarded in the industry.


Slippurinn's ship services provide maintenance, repairs and refurbishment for fishing companies. The services include design, refurbishment and maintenance of vessels and their equipment. The company also produces fish processing equipment under the brand name DNG by Slippurinn Akureyri, which is a leader in the production of advanced electric winches and other 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 – Specializes in ship maintenance and commissioning, along with steel fabrication, mechanical repairs, carpentry, sand/water blasting, and painting. The division offers complete solutions for marine companies and handles ship design, renovation, and maintenance.
  • Aquaculture and Industry Division – Focuses on solutions for the aquaculture sector, particularly land-based aquaculture, along with a broad range of services and products for industrial companies. The division has extensive expertise and provides consulting and customized solutions.
  • DNG Traction Winches – Manufactures advanced electric winches that diversify Slippsin’s product offering. DNG is a pioneer in this sector and serves the fishing industry on an international level.


  • DNG Processing Solutions – Specializes in the design and manufacture of fish processing equipment under the DNG brand. The division also provides first-class maintenance services and offers complete solutions for fish processing, both at sea and on land.


We are building a solid foundation for the future of the fisheries and industry.