Íslenska gámafélagið

What Íslenska gámafélagið does

Íslenska gámafélagið (IGF) is an Icelandic waste-sorting and recycling equipment distributor founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reykjavík with 15 employees. The company sells a comprehensive portfolio of physical waste management products through its e-commerce storefront at gamafelagid.is, including sorting containers (25L-360L), underground containers from SULO, paper and compostable corn-starch bags (9L-140L), composting bins, bag holders, sorting signage, and transparent/black garbage bags. Its core customer segments are households (primary, horizontal), plus offices, construction sites, and restaurants/catering businesses as secondary segments.

Beyond product resale, IGF operates a rental fleet of open and closed hook containers (10m³-35m³) and compactor containers (18m³-20m³) with pickup and delivery services, and offers installation services for bin-shelter signage. The company has expanded its lineup to include 10ft storage containers and 20ft portable housing units manufactured by Polish supplier AMG (ISO 9001/14001 certified), marking a vertical move into portable construction infrastructure. Co-development with Plastplan since 2019 has produced recycled-PP bin lid fasteners and a designer window scraper, reflecting a secondary circular-economy product line.

IGF's go-to-market is direct-to-customer via its Icelandic online store with phone and email support; the website is bilingual (Icelandic and English). Pricing is unit-based with public ISK prices for small-ticket items and inquiry-based pricing for larger containers and rental services. The company is privately held, has no disclosed parent or institutional investors, and operates exclusively within Iceland.

Name

Íslenska gámafélagið

Legal name

Íslenska gámafélagið

Website

https://gamafelagid.is

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Íslenska gámafélagið is an Icelandic waste-sorting equipment distributor founded in 1999, selling sorting containers, bags, composters, and rental hook containers to households, offices, construction sites, and restaurants through its Reykjavík-based e-commerce store.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Waste Management Equipment

NAICS

Waste Collection (5621)

akta.pro primary industry

Container Rental, Delivery & Servicing (Carts/Bins) (BPALAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dumpster Rental & Roll-Off Container Services (HSAKALAL)

Keywords

• Waste sorting equipment
• Recycling containers
• Composting bins
• Waste management services
• Hook container rental

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Íslenska gámafélagið (IGF) is an Icelandic waste management equipment provider that sells sorting containers, outdoor bins, paper and compostable bags, bag holders, signs, composting bins, and storage containers through an e-commerce store. The company also rents open and closed hook containers and compactor containers with delivery and pickup services, and offers installation services for bin shelter signage.

Product overview

Íslenska gámafélagið (IGF) is an Icelandic waste management and recycling equipment provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of products for sorting, collection, and recycling. The product range includes: underground containers (Djúpgámar) from SULO for space-constrained locations; indoor and outdoor sorting containers (Flokkunarílát) ranging from 25L to 360L capacities; paper bags (Bréfpokar) in 9L to 140L sizes for food waste collection; compostable corn starch bags (Maíspokar) in 30-80L sizes; various plastic garbage bags including transparent, black, and reusable options; bag holders and wheeled stands for waste collection; waste sorting labels and signs in multiple categories (glass, textiles, deposit items, food waste, metal packaging, paper/cardboard, corrugated cardboard); composting bins (Moltugerðartunna); and specialty products like the Matthilda food waste basket and window scrapers made from recycled plastic. The company also offers rental services for open and closed hook containers (10-35m³), compactor containers (18-20m³), as well as storage containers and portable housing units from manufacturer AMG. All products are available through their Icelandic online store with telephone and email customer support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sorting Containers (Flokkunarílát) Steel indoor sorting containers with marking labels available in 25L, 50L, and 3-compartment 45L/60L variants. Designed for waste categorization at homes, offices, and workplaces.
• Outdoor Bins (Útitunna) SULO quality outdoor bins in 140L, 240L, and 360L capacities, made from recycled HDPE plastic and suitable for outdoor waste collection.
• Underground Containers (Djúpgámar) High-quality underground waste containers from SULO designed for locations where space is limited, providing an attractive and functional solution for space-constrained areas.
• Paper Bags for Food Waste (Bréfpokar) Environmentally friendly compostable paper bags for organic waste collection in 9L, 22L, 45L, and 140L sizes, suitable for homes, kitchens, and restaurants.
• Compostable Corn Starch Bags (Maísspokar) Compostable bags made from MATER-BI corn starch material by Novamont/Ceplast, available in 30-80L sizes, containing no GMO corn and breaking down within weeks.
• Bag Holders on Wheels (Pokagrind) Portable wheeled bag holders for 22L, 45L, 140L, and 240L bags, suitable for food waste collection and general waste sorting in commercial and residential settings.
• Hook Containers (Krókgámar) Open and closed hook containers available in 10-35m³ sizes for short or long-term rental, collected with hook trucks. Suitable for construction waste, timber, iron, and recyclable materials.
• Compactor Containers (Pressugámar) Rental compactor containers in 18m³-20m³ sizes used to reduce waste volume for mixed waste and corrugated cardboard, collected with hook trucks.
• Composting Bins (Moltugerðartunna) 310-liter Mattiussi composting bin for home composting of organic waste, producing nutritious fertilizer for garden use.
• Matthilda Food Waste Basket 9-liter ventilated basket for collecting food waste at home, designed to fit modern pull-out kitchen systems from Nordic manufacturers including IKEA. Reduces moisture and weight by up to 20% in 3 days.
• Storage Containers (Geymslugámar) 10ft steel storage containers manufactured by Polish company AMG, suitable for cold storage at summer cottages or company premises, with 2-year warranty and ISO 9001/14001 certified production.
• Portable Housing Units 20ft insulated portable container houses suitable for storage, offices, or temporary accommodation. Can be connected together or stacked, designed according to ISO 1161.
• Sorting Signs and Labels Aluminum signs for bin shelters, walls, and sorting stations including multilingual sorting guidelines in Icelandic, English, and Polish, plus category-specific markings for various waste types.
• Window Scrapers from Recycled Plastic Window scrapers made from 49g of recycled polypropylene (PP), featuring unique tie-dye appearance. Co-developed with Plastplan since 2019 and designed by Icelandic artist Logi Pedro.
• Installation Services Professional installation service for signs at bin shelters, available for 1-5 signs at 24,639 kr. with VAT.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Logi Pedro (Artist/Designer)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Collaboration with Icelandic artist Logi Pedro for the design of window scrapers made from recycled plastic. The product features unique tie-dye appearance with each piece being unique.
• SULOcoreTechnology or IntegrationSULO is a key supplier of high-quality deep/underground containers (djúpgámar). SULO containers are specifically designed for locations where space is limited, offering a high-quality underground waste solution.
• PlastplancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlastplan is a development and manufacturing partner for recycled plastic products. They co-developed and produce lid fasteners made from recycled PP plastic generated in the company's own operations. Partnership established since 2019.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Bigbelly: Smart waste and recycling station provider for public spaces, campuses, and municipalities — comparable to IGF's pole bins, underground containers, and shared-space sorting station offering.
• Simplehuman: Premium household kitchen and waste-sorting bin brand with strong direct-to-consumer e-commerce presence — directly comparable to IGF's residential Matthilda basket, sorting containers, and small table bins.
• Toter (Wastequip): Major manufacturer of wheeled carts and outdoor waste/recycling containers sold through distribution — directly comparable to IGF's SULO-sourced 140L–360L útitunna outdoor bin range.
• CleanRiver: Canadian provider of recycling and waste-sorting solutions, including bins, sorting stations, and signage for offices, schools, and public spaces — directly comparable to IGF's indoor sorting container and signage product line.
• Busch Systems: North American manufacturer and supplier of recycling, compost, and waste containers for both household and commercial use — closely comparable assortment to IGF's flokkunarílát and útitunna offerings.
• AMERI-KAN: Manufacturer of roll-off and hook-lift containers used in waste and recycling logistics — directly comparable to IGF's open and closed krókgámar hook container rental fleet.

Broad incumbents

• Rubbermaid Commercial Products: Large established commercial products brand with broad waste, recycling, and janitorial portfolios including Slim Jim bins — broader than IGF but overlapping directly with the Slim Jim 60L sorting container IGF resells.

Regional players

• Terra Iceland: Iceland's primary recycling and waste management operator — operates one level downstream from IGF (collection/processing vs. equipment supply) but serves the same household and enterprise customers in the same geographic market.

Emerging players

• Mil-tek: Denmark-based waste compaction and baler solutions provider for commercial and industrial customers — comparable to IGF's pressugámar compactor rentals and Mil-tek press accessories line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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