About us
We love challenges, and one of our key challenges is to make all production in the country sustainable. Our work is guided by the Ölfus resource strategy, which states that the region’s growth should be built on the values of sustainability and the green and blue economy.
Projects
From large international projects to product development and/or innovation in collaboration with companies and entrepreneurs.
Consulting
In the field of business development, supporting the establishment and operation of companies, with a focus on environmentally friendly food production.
Collaboration
A platform for collaboration and cooperation among companies and institutions in the region, with a focus on the green and blue economy.
Ölfus Cluster works to support the development of the regional economy, with a particular focus on sustainable food production. Its primary area of operation is the Municipality of Ölfus, but its projects extend across the country, especially throughout South Iceland.
Ölfus Cluster provides advisory services in the field of business development, with a focus on environmentally friendly food production. Its area of operation covers all of South Iceland, with a primary focus on Ölfus and neighboring municipalities.
The advisory services include assistance with the establishment and operation of companies within the area of operation, such as support for market entry, product development and innovation, as well as assistance with preparing funding applications for specific projects.
Páll Marvin Jónsson
Managing Director
Páll has extensive experience in project management and in bringing together the knowledge and expertise of diverse stakeholders to work on solutions and innovation.
Ölfus Cluster Staff
Our Board
The Board is elected at ÖC’s annual general meeting and is drawn from the founding members or appointed through nominations by the founding members.
Ölfus Cluster is supported by a select group of individuals with extensive experience from the business sector, public administration, and research and academia.
The group shares a common vision within Ölfus Cluster: to strengthen and support the regional economy, guided by the principles of the green and blue economy.
Elliði Vignisson
Mayor of Ölfus
Grétar Ingi Erlendsson
Project Manager in Tourism
Grétar works as a Tourism Project Manager and also serves as Chairman of the Ölfus Municipal Council. He brings extensive experience in marketing, customer service, and tourism development, along with valuable insight into the municipality’s growth and the needs of the local business community. Through his involvement with Ölfus Cluster, Grétar focuses on strengthening the tourism sector, increasing the visibility of the region, and fostering collaboration that supports a more diverse and resilient local economy in Ölfus.
Helga Kristín Jóhannsdóttir
Business Development Manager at ON Power.
Helga has worked both in the field of public policy development and within innovative energy companies, playing an active role in shaping a vision for the sustainable use of natural resources. Through her involvement with Ölfus Cluster, she places a strong emphasis on innovation, carbon neutrality, and responsible resource management for the benefit of society.
Svava Rán Karlsdóttir
Human Resources Manager at IWH.
Svava Rán serves as Human Resources Manager at Icelandic Glacial in Ölfus. Throughout a career spanning more than 25 years, she has held a variety of roles, with education, training, and human resources consistently at the core of her work, both in Iceland and the United Kingdom. This extensive international experience will be a valuable asset in the continued development of Ölfus Cluster.
Ingimar Rafn Ágústsson
Production Manager at VAXA Technologies.
Ingimar Rafn is the Production Manager at VAXA Technologies in Þorlákshöfn. He is a certified Master Mechanic and has been with the company since 2019. In 2022, he led the development and establishment of VAXA’s processing operations in Þorlákshöfn and has since played a key role in the ongoing development and day-to-day management of production, with a strong focus on professionalism, quality, and effective teamwork. Through his involvement with Ölfus Cluster, he is committed to fostering innovation, creating value, and supporting the continued growth of business and industry in Ölfus.
Gulla Aradóttir
Founder and CEO of Ice Fish, and Managing Director of Lýsi in Þorlákshöfn.
Gulla brings extensive experience in fisheries, manufacturing, operations, and business development, with a particular focus on creating value from marine resources. She is the Founder and CEO of Ice Fish and also serves as Managing Director of Lýsi in Þorlákshöfn. Gulla holds a B.Sc. degree in Sport Science and Physical Education and is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at Reykjavík University. Through her experience and expertise, she provides Ölfus Cluster with a strong connection to local industry, business operations, and the sustainable utilization of marine resources.