Gunnar Örlygsson

Gunnar Örlygsson is the CEO of IceMar and a prominent advocate for strengthening the domestic fish processing industry in Iceland. With over two decades of experience in the seafood sector, he has actively campaigned for legislation mandating that all fish landed by Icelandic vessels be processed domestically. Gunnar emphasizes the importance of this initiative in boosting local job creation and economic value, especially in light of increasing competition from low-wage processing operations in Europe. He has engaged in discussions with various stakeholders within the fishing industry and is currently calling on the Icelandic government to consider implementing a processing obligation for cod and haddock, asserting that it is vital for maximizing the utilization of Iceland's limited marine resources.