Iceland, a Nordic island country, has a sparse population of around 370,000 spread across 103,000 square kilometres, mostly concentrated in the capital, Reykjavik, and surrounding areas. Its unique geography, characterised by geysers, hot springs, lava fields and massive glaciers, presents both challenges and opportunities for technology and telecommunications. Harnessing renewable geothermal and hydroelectric resources, Iceland has become a global leader in green energy solutions. Its high-speed internet, advanced mobile network and robust digital infrastructure place it among the world's most connected countries. The country also hosts data centres for multinational corporations, taking advantage of its cool climate and renewable energy resources. Despite its remote location and challenging terrain, Iceland's technology and telecommunications sectors are mature, innovative and well-developed.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Nova is a telecommunications company operating in Iceland. The company was founded in May 2006, securing a 3G operating licence in March 2007 and formally launching services December 1, 2007, making it the first Icelandic company to offer a 3G network. The company was initially a subsidiary of Icelandic telecoms firm 365 miðlar but later became privately owned. In 2017, Nova was acquired by Pt Capital, an Arctic-focused private equity firm. Since then, Nova has continued to operate as a leading provider of telecommunications services in Iceland.
Vodafone Iceland, officially registered as Fjarskipti hf, is an Icelandic telecommunications entity franchised under the Vodafone brand. The company was founded in 1998 as Íslandssími, and became Og Vodafone hf in 2003 following the merger of TAL, Halló-Frjáls Fjarskipti, and Íslandssími. The company was rebranded to Vodafone Iceland in 2006. The company, despite bearing the Vodafone trademark, is not owned by the Vodafone Group. Instead, it operates independently under the ownership of Sýn, an Icelandic company. The Vodafone brand and associated advertising styles are franchised to Vodafone...