Matís Iceland is a government-owned, independent research company founded in 2007 through the merger of three former public research institutes. The company has been a valuable partner in numerous projects and successful cooperations globally, emphasizing its firm belief in integrity. Matís has played a leading role in various international projects including EcoFishMan (FP7), Whitefishmall (Nordic Innovation), Amylomics (FP7), MareFrame (FP7), SAF21 (Horizon2020), Arctic Bioeconomy (NMR), and PrimeFish (Horizon2020). Additionally, it maintains fruitful partnerships with major industry players such as Pepsi Co., Nestlé, and Roquette.
The company specializes in value creation within the bioeconomy and the development of policy and infrastructure in the food production sector. Matís has been involved in developmental programs with governments and developmental aid funds, notably providing expertise to improve fisheries in Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania and offering courses and consultation to the Kenyan government on quality issues for fish. Moreover, it has participated in the United Nation University Fisheries Training Programme (UNU-FTP), handling specialist training in Quality Management of Fish Handling and Processing.
Matís Iceland boasts a team of competent scientists in food technology, food research, testing, and biotechnology, including food scientists, chemists, biologists, engineers, and fisheries scientists. The company's employees also hold associate positions within Iceland's universities, collaborating with the industry in Iceland and abroad. With its strong track record and expertise, Matís Iceland presents an intriguing opportunity for potential investors seeking to tap into the biotechnology industry.
