Heidelberg Materials is one of the largest manufacturers of construction materials in the world, and the company’s products are used in the construction of houses, roads and commercial and industrial structures. Originally German, the company is now multinational with operations in many countries. It is also the majority shareholder in Hornsteinn, an Icelandic holding company, […]

Heidelberg’s goal is to become a global leader in sustainable building materials. The cement industry is responsible for 6-8% of global anthropogenic carbon emissions. Because of this, one of Heidelberg Materials’ main goals is to reduce its carbon footprint and the negative impact of cement production. The project at Þorlákshöfn is part of the company’s […]

The reason Þorlákshöfn was chosen is its good geographical location. Also, good harbour options and the fact that tuff can be found in large quantities in the area around the town, both in the sea and on land. In addition, the town has strong infrastructure and human resources and is growing rapidly.

It is estimated that the carbon footprint will be reduced by 20-25%. That is a medium goal, but an even higher replacement rate is aimed for, which requires further product development and the introduction of new products. Every step towards a lower carbon footprint of cement is a step in the right direction. A reduction […]

Cement production is and will be important to the modern construction industry for years to come. It is likely that in the future it will be possible to use more other materials in some branches of the construction industry, but cement is absolutely necessary in various structures and will be so for many years to […]

Tuff, a natural pozzolanic material (volcanic material), has long been used as an admixture in cement production. The material is already part of the European cement standard EN 197-1.

Primarily to destinations in Northern Europe, to Norway and Sweden, but possibly also to Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Great Britain and/or Germany.

Ölfus receives income through taxes and fees from the activity as well as the project, which creates between 60-80 new jobs as well as secondary jobs. That can lead to an increase in the number of inhabitants in the town, which would mean increased income, e.g. through local government. Taxes and fees will of course […]

In addition to that, creating increased employment and employment opportunities and generating taxable income for the municipality, the project will contribute to an attractive business life and the development of the municipality, as for excample a new port. Heidelberg Materials will – as it has always done – operate according to a community program where […]

Heidelberg Materials in Iceland and Hornsteinn are sister companies that both operate in Iceland. Heidelberg Materials is the sole owner of HPM and the majority owner of Hornsteinn. Hornstein’s CEO, Þorsteinn Víglundsson, has worked with Heidelberg Materials on the project and has been its advocate in Iceland.