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About Héðinn

Industrial engineering with a century of workshop knowledge

Héðinn is an Icelandic industrial company working across metalwork, mechanical engineering, marine systems, fisheries, energy, and heavy industry.

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What we do

From idea to finished product

Héðinn combines engineering, fabrication, machining, installation, service, and supplier-backed marine expertise in one industrial organization. Customers come with practical problems: equipment that needs repair, plants that need improvement, systems that need clearer design, or vessels that need reliable support. Héðinn responds with practical, end-to-end solutions, taking projects from problem identification and engineering through fabrication, installation, and long-term support

That mix of workshop and engineering capability is the core of the company and has shaped our work through the decades.

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Our purpose

Turning waste into value through innovation and experience

With over 100 years of experience, Héðinn combines innovation, knowledge and practical expertise to help our customers make better use of resources, creating value for businesses, people and society. We develop integrated solutions that improve efficiency, operational reliability and sustainability.

Our vision

Building on our strengths. Looking ahead.

We aim to be recognised for turning waste and energy loss into value through technology that improves efficiency and reduces environmental impact, while continuing to deliver advanced solutions for fisheries, industry and energy.

Just as importantly, we want Héðinn to be a workplace people seek out: a place where expertise, innovation and a strong sense of community create the foundation for growth, wellbeing and shared responsibility.

Our values

How we work matters

The principles behind how Héðinn works every day.

Innovation

We continuously look for better ways forward, building on more than a century of experience while sharing knowledge, developing our skills and embracing new ideas.

Integrity

We do what we say, take responsibility for what is entrusted to us and build trust through open and honest communication.

Ambition

We aim higher, take initiative and put in the effort needed to achieve the best possible results.

Joy

We believe there is power in enjoying what we do, and in reminding each other to enjoy the journey along the way.

Our services & solutions

Expertise from idea to operation

Héðinn brings together engineering, manufacturing, project management and technical service to deliver solutions across fisheries, energy, industry and marine operations.

From engineering and design to fabrication, installation, maintenance and long-term service, our teams combine expertise across disciplines to support our customers throughout the lifecycle of their equipment and projects.

Our workplace

Built by people with different skills and experience

More than 150 people make Héðinn what it is today. From apprentices taking their first steps to experienced tradespeople, engineers and specialists, we bring different skills and perspectives together in one team.

We believe a great workplace gives people the tools and opportunities to do their best work, while creating a strong sense of community and room to learn, grow and enjoy the journey.

At A Glance

A long-running industrial partner

Established, capable, and practical, with proof rooted in real industrial work.

1922
Founded in Iceland

More than a century of metal and mechanical work.

150+
Employees

Specialists across workshops, engineering, and service.

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Core areas

Industrial service, marine, technical service, and processing plants.

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Integrated team

Engineering and production connected under one roof.

How Héðinn Works

Practical capability across the job lifecycle

The company is strongest when projects need more than one discipline.

Define the goal

Scanning, inspection, drawings, and workshop review help clarify what the job really needs.

  • 3D scanning
  • Site constraints
  • Service diagnosis
Engineer the route

Technical service and project management connect design, production, supplier input, and installation.

  • Design support
  • Supplier coordination
  • Project planning
Build and support it

Fabrication, machining, Hardox work, marine systems, and service capability carry the job into operation.

  • Steelwork
  • Machining
  • Mechanical service
Start The Conversation

Bring the ambition, not just the purchase order

Héðinn can help determine whether the answer belongs in engineering, machining, steelwork, marine systems, or a combined project route.