End-to-End Import Services to Iceland – Request a Quote
Samskip offers comprehensive import services to Iceland, from the sender’s door abroad to final delivery in Iceland. We manage the entire logistics process, including pre-carriage, ocean freight, customs clearance, warehousing, and last-mile delivery.
Our experienced import specialists provide personal guidance and identify the most cost-effective and efficient transport solution for each shipment. Customers also have 24/7 access to the Samskip service portal, where they can track shipments and monitor their status in real time.
End-to-end import services to Iceland – request a quote
Samskip offers comprehensive, end-to-end services that can cover every stage of the logistics process — from international pre-carriage and door-to-door collection at the sender’s premises, to ocean transport, warehousing, documentation, and final delivery upon arrival in Iceland.
Our import specialists provide expert guidance and ongoing support, helping customers identify the most suitable and cost-effective transport solutions, while also managing all quotation and contract processes.
Customers also have 24/7 access to Samskip’s Service Web, where they can track all shipments and monitor their status in real time.
Container Transport
We provide tailored container transport solutions across the Samskip network, supported by decades of experience and specialist expertise, ensuring reliable and efficient delivery for our customers
Consolidated Shipments
For shipments smaller than full containers, we provide flexible solutions and a reliable transport network for safe delivery to Iceland, with pre- and onward carriage available as needed
Bill of Lading
A Bill of Lading is required for all Samskip sea freight shipments and ensures correct delivery, clear responsibility, and full traceability throughout the transport process
Household Relocation Services
For household goods transport to, from, or within Iceland, Samskip provides safe and reliable door-to-door service worldwide
Container transport
We bring decades of experience and specialist expertise in importing goods from around the world. Our team has extensive knowledge in managing container transport across Samskip’s transport network, delivering services tailored to our customers’ specific needs.
Breakbulk shipments
When goods need to be transported in quantities smaller than full containers, we provide tailored solutions and a strong transport network to ensure safe delivery to Iceland, along with pre-carriage and onward transport as required. Our team is always on hand to assist.
Bill of Lading
A bill of lading is required for all Samskip ocean shipments, ensuring secure and accurate delivery at the correct time. It is important to review the information carefully, as it clearly outlines the sender’s responsibilities and ensures full traceability.
Household transport
Whether it involves household removals to or from Iceland or domestic moves, Samskip manages door-to-door transport from the sender’s premises to the recipient’s location anywhere in the world, providing safe and reliable service every step of the way.
Import Tariff
Prices are exclusive of VAT. See details: Incoterms terms and conditions.
Effective from 1st of March 2026.
Container Information
Here you can find comprehensive information on containers, including sizes, dimensions, and weights — whether dry containers, refrigerated and frozen containers, flat racks, or 20-ft and 40-ft units. This information helps you choose the right container for your cargo and plan transport in a cost-efficient and safe way
Incoterms
Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) define how goods are transported, for example from the manufacturer or seller to the customer. They specify responsibility for different stages of transport and customs clearance, and form an agreement between the seller and the buyer.
You can find further information below on the main Incoterms types and their definitions.
Carrier Services
Customer Service delivers reliable, prompt, and personalised support, helping ensure shipments and documentation are handled correctly and on time.
Customs Clearance
Samskip and Jónar Transport offer full customs clearance services for customers who require them.
ATA Carnet and EDI Connections
Management and handling of shipments for ATA Carnet holders, as well as EDI connections directly integrated with customers’ systems to improve efficiency.
Temporary Customs Clearance
Whatever you need to transport — electronics, furniture, household appliances, clothing, footwear, or other goods — we offer cost-efficient solutions.
Service & Support
Our customer service representatives and service web are available, along with a range of additional solutions for our customers.
Terms, Regulations, and Claims
It is important that customers familiarise themselves thoroughly with the company’s terms and conditions for sea freight as well as domestic transport.
Dangerous Goods
Specialised transport solutions for chemical products and dangerous goods, including flammable and ADR-regulated cargo.
Why Choose Samskip?
We transport shipments not only by road and sea, but also via canals and rail networks. By leveraging different modes of transport in the most efficient way, we provide our customers with flexible and reliable solutions tailored to their needs, wherever they operate. Multimodal transport solutions are a smarter way to look at freight transport – and the reason is clear. When the goal is to consistently deliver on promises of cost efficiency, reliability, and high-quality service, it is essential to have more than one transport option. At the same time, multimodal transport solutions are far more environmentally friendly, helping both us and our customers reduce our carbon footprint.
We are Samskip – and every journey matters
Our Extensive Multimodal European Network
Sustainable and multimodal transport solutions
Samskip provides end-to-end logistics services in Iceland and the Faroe Islands, multimodal container transport throughout Europe, and global temperature-controlled transport and freight forwarding.
You can take a look at our transport network and sailing schedules below.
Get in touch with our account managers in import
Ottó Sigurðsson
Ottó Sigurðsson
Framkvæmdastjóri innflutnings / CCO import
Framkvæmdastjóri innflutnings / CCO import
Magnús Andrésson
Magnús Andrésson
Sölustjóri / Sales Manager
Sölustjóri / Sales Manager
Bjarni Grétarsson
Bjarni Grétarsson
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Heiðrún Arnsteinsdóttir
Heiðrún Arnsteinsdóttir
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Jörgen Þór Halldórsson
Jörgen Þór Halldórsson
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Freydís Eir Freysdóttir
Freydís Eir Freysdóttir
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
Viðskiptastjóri / Key Account Manager
