ICEFISH AWARDS

One of the highlights of IceFish is the Icelandic Fisheries & Aquaculture Awards, which recognise outstanding achievements within the fishing, aquaculture and seafood sectors. First introduced in 1999, the awards are now considered a benchmark of excellence. 

The categories for 2026 are:

INNOVATION 

For exhibitors at IceFish showing innovative new solutions across the sectors and those who are establishing a new venture.  

Innovation Award - Fishing 

Innovation Award - Processing 

Innovation Award - Aquaculture 

Innovation Award - Whole Fish Utilisation (100% Fish) 

Best New Product Launched at IceFish 

Best Start-up Icelandic and International  

PEOPLE 

The People category celebrates the individuals driving excellence across the commercial fishing and aquaculture industries. 

Outstanding Icelandic skipper  

Lifetime Achievement (Icelandic) 

Together, the categories recognise everything from innovative projects and sustainable practices to outstanding professional achievement and leadership.