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In a strategic move to enhance vertical integration within the seafood sector, the board of Icelandic firm Brim hf. has approved the purchase of all shares in Lýsi hf. for 20 billion ISK. This official approval follows an initial offer made in September 2025, as Brim seeks to consolidate its operations with one of the leading producers of fish oils. The acquisition remains subject to final shareholder and regulatory approvals before the transaction can be fully completed.
This deal occurs amidst a broader consolidation trend in Iceland's seafood industry, where the 20 largest fishing companies held investment assets exceeding 400 billion ISK as of May 2026, according to market data. Lýsi hf. is a dominant local player with approximately an 85% market share in the Icelandic omega-3 supplement market and reported revenues of 21.9 billion ISK in 2024 (per industry reports). The acquisition is expected to bolster Brim's profit margins by expanding its reach into high-margin consumer products.
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Sign InRegarding market performance, Brim hf. shares stood at 84.50 ISK (at close May 20, 2026), reflecting a nearly 40% increase over the past year. Investors are currently watching for the release of Q1 2026 financial results scheduled for late May, alongside any updates from the Icelandic Competition Authority regarding the final approval of the merger. Additionally, markets are awaiting global inflation and economic activity data in the final week of May, which could impact operational costs and demand in the company's primary export markets.