Unloading

Samskip can handle cargo handling and unloading for fishing vessels and trawlers in ports.

Our expertise and solutions

With the Ísheimar cold storage facilities, Samskip can provide comprehensive services for the unloading and storage of catch and products for fishing companies and importers.

High-quality service and efficient handling are our profession, and customers can access their goods as needed or have them delivered using Samskip’s transport services.

For further information about solutions and services related to unloading and refrigerated and frozen warehousing, please contact Elmar P. Lárusson.

Comprehensive Services

End-to-end solutions and handling in one place, including both landing and cold storage

Fast and efficient handling

To meet the diverse needs of customers, tailored to each individual

Experience

Years of experience and a deep understanding of the needs of our customers in the fisheries industry

Specialization

Technologically advanced storage facilities and specialized services for the fisheries industry

Trawler landing

Samskip can provide services to fishing companies with trawler landings at the port area in Kjalarvogur, landing the catch directly into the Ísheimar cold storage facilities from the quayside at Vogarbakki.

Frozen products can be stored at Ísheimar and withdrawn as needed, and/or all goods can be collected from there once landing has been completed.

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Cruise Ship Services

Samskip provides comprehensive port services in Iceland for cruise ships. In addition to container, conventional cargo, and project cargo transport, Samskip offers flexible and reliable port agency services in Iceland and currently works with several of the major cruise lines sailing to Iceland.

Our experienced staff have a strong understanding of the needs of our cruise ship customers and work closely with Icelandic authorities, ports, and service providers in the tourism sector.

Samskip Vehicle and Carport Terminal

The Samskip Vehicle Terminal is located at the rear of the port area at Holtavegur 8, marked J on the map (Building H on the adjacent map). Access to the terminal is from Vatnagarðar, driving down alongside the shopping center (Mikligarður) and entering the area from the back.

The vehicle terminal serves as a service point for cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles that are either being collected for transport or delivered for shipment.

Opening hours:
The terminal is open from 08:00 to 16:00 (8 AM-4 PM), Monday to Friday.
  • Elmar P. Lárusson

    Elmar P. Lárusson

    Director/Terminal Operation

    Director/Terminal Operation