About Nordwell
An Icelandic marine collagen company built on quality, sustainability, and the unmatched purity of North Atlantic waters.
From Iceland to the World
For the past decade, Nordwell has specialized in the production and sale of low molecular weight marine collagen peptides and nutrition-rich sea cucumber extract. Born from Iceland's deep-rooted fishing heritage, we channel generations of marine expertise into premium ingredients for the global market.
Our mission is straightforward: to be the most trusted supplier of marine collagen peptides in the world. We achieve this by maintaining full traceability from ocean to ingredient, holding ourselves to the highest international quality standards, and investing in long-term relationships with every customer we serve.
By combining traditional Icelandic fisheries knowledge with modern biotechnology and enzymatic processing, Nordwell delivers a collagen ingredient that stands apart in purity, consistency, and performance.
Our Journey
Founded
Nordwell established in Iceland with a vision to produce premium marine collagen from the pristine waters of the North Atlantic.
New Ownership
Change of ownership brings renewed investment and strategic direction, positioning Nordwell for international growth.
Facilities & Certification
State-of-the-art production facilities fully operational. BRCGS certification achieved, meeting the highest global food safety standards.
FDA Registration
Production facilities registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, opening access to the American market.
Halal Certification
Products certified Halal, expanding reach to serve customers worldwide.
Certified Production Facilities and Products
Our state-of-the-art facilities operate under license from The Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority and are as such HACCP certified. It hold as well a BRCGS certification.
The Nordwell Collagen Products are Halal certified and the production facilities are registered with FDA.
Products and Verticals Served
Our products are already used in multiple verticals locally and globally, primarily chosen for their taste and odor neutrality, ease of masking, sustainability, and clean origin.
Nutraceuticals
Dietary supplements, collagen powders, and functional health products formulated for optimal bioavailability.
Functional Food & Beverage
Collagen-enriched foods and ready-to-drink beverages that benefit from our neutral taste and excellent solubility.
Cosmetics
Skincare and beauty formulations leveraging marine collagen's proven benefits for skin elasticity and hydration.
Pet Food
Functional Pet food enhanced or coated with Marine Collagen. This is where our Standard Collagen is ideal with all its health benefits.
Leadership Team
Vidar Thorkelsson
CEO of Nordwell and Foodsmart Nordic Production Facility
Petur Petursson
CSO Nordwell
Heimir Haraldsson
Chemical Engineer
Árný Árnadóttir
Quality Manager
Katrin Amni Fridriksdottir
Executive Board Member