In December and January, Slippurinn Akureyri ehf. completed the installation of new equipment from the DNG Processing Equipment product line for two customers—one for liver processing at Hraðfrystihúsið-Gunnvör in Súðavík and the other for Arctic char processing at Samherji Fish Farming in Sandgerði. Óli Björn Ólafsson, project manager at Slippurinn Akureyri's Hafnarfjörður branch, stated that the projects went very well and reflected the company's extensive expertise in the design, production, and installation of processing equipment. Specialized Equipment for Liver Processing at HG Canned cod liver production has been operating in Súðavík for about 20 years, following a previous shrimp processing facility at the same site. Hraðfrystihúsið-Gunnvör runs the liver canning operation, and DNG Processing Equipment designed, manufactured, and installed a specialized heating bath, filter drum, heat exchangers, and temperature control system—one of the key factors in liver processing of this kind. "This project is an example of the specialized equipment in our diverse product line. We take on various projects in processing equipment manufacturing, whether for groundfish, farmed fish, shrimp, or more specialized processing such as roe and liver," said Óli Björn. The installation of the equipment in Súðavík was completed in January. "We are very proud of this project in Súðavík and thank Hraðfrystihúsið-Gunnvör for the trust they placed in us." New Trimming Line for Arctic Char Processing at Samherji Fish Farming Another specialized processing project was the installation of a new trimming line from DNG Processing Equipment at Samherji Fish Farming's Arctic char processing facility in Sandgerði, which was completed in December. This is the fourth trimming line in the facility, with the previous ones manufactured by Martak in Grindavík, the predecessor of Slippurinn Akureyri's current Hafnarfjörður branch. Óli Björn explained that the goal of this new line is to accommodate an increase in production at the facility, reaching 1,000-1,200 tons per year, while annual production has been around 3,000 tons in recent years. As is well known, Samherji Fish Farming's Arctic char processing facility in Sandgerði is one of the most advanced in the world, producing both fresh Arctic char products and individually quick-frozen vacuum-packed products. "We are very pleased with the results of the new trimming line in Sandgerði. Integrating new equipment into an existing processing facility is always a challenge, and it is crucial to use the available space efficiently. The Arctic char processing plant in Sandgerði is a high-tech facility, and with this new equipment, it is now even better equipped," said Óli Björn.

Through this partnership, Slippurinn Akureyri and Optimar will work closely to facilitate service and retrofits of vessels. Additionally, they will leverage each other’s expertise to offer a broader range of products and solutions tailored to the seafood industry. – By teaming up, we strengthen our service network and gain direct access to state-of-the-art competence, says Páll Kristjánsson, CEO of Slippurinn Akureyri, and Siggi Olason, CEO of Optimar. Reinforcing their vision and commitment This strategic partnership enables Optimar and Slippurinn Akureyri to provide more comprehensive solutions. It reinforces their vision and commitment to developing and designing high-tech processing equipment and facilitates cross-border production. – Together, we offer a seamless combination of services and products, ensuring that our customers receive the best possible support, says Olason. Slippurinn Akureyri shares this enthusiasm and looks forward to seeing the results of combining expertise and experience to build a stronger, more competitive entity. – Optimar is a recognized innovator in the seafood industry, and we are excited to work even more closely together to solve our customer’s challenges, says Kristjánsson