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The new multi-purpose passenger terminal at Skarfabakki is a major infrastructure project that will strengthen cruise and passenger services at Reykjavík Port.
While supporting the continued growth of Iceland’s tourism and maritime sectors.
Verkís became involved in the project at its earliest stages, leading the needs assessment and project definition process. Given the wide range of stakeholders involved, Verkís conducted an extensive stakeholder engagement programme to identify operational requirements, expectations, and long-term objectives for the facility. This work resulted in a comprehensive project brief including stakeholder analysis, preliminary space planning, technical requirements, cost estimates, lifecycle cost analysis (LCC), and a roadmap for the next phases of project development.
Following the completion of the needs assessment, Verkís prepared the procurement documentation and managed the competitive collaborative tender process. The procurement model brought together architects, engineers, and contractors into integrated teams, encouraging innovation and collaboration from the outset. Three multidisciplinary teams participated and developed design proposals based on the project requirements and technical brief.
The winning proposal was selected through a two-stage evaluation process. One jury assessed the overall design quality, functionality, and cost targets, while a separate jury evaluated the participating teams’ ability to collaborate effectively during the detailed design and construction phases. The selected concept demonstrated the strongest balance between architectural quality, operational functionality, cost efficiency, and project delivery capability.
The project highlights Verkís’ expertise in project development, stakeholder management, procurement strategy, and the delivery of complex infrastructure projects from concept through implementation.
Passenger terminal building
Cruise quay frontage at Skarfabakki
Water depth alongside the quay
To meet the growing demand for cruise and passenger services at Reykjavík Port, a new multi-purpose terminal was needed that could accommodate diverse operational requirements while supporting future growth in tourism and maritime transport. The project required close coordination between numerous stakeholders and a procurement strategy that encouraged innovation from the earliest stages.
Verkís led the project from concept development, managing the needs assessment, stakeholder engagement and project definition process. Our team prepared the technical brief, cost estimates, lifecycle cost analysis (LCC) and procurement documentation, and managed a collaborative competitive tender that brought together architects, engineers and contractors to develop integrated design solutions.
The selected concept delivers a modern, flexible passenger terminal that balances architectural quality, operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The project demonstrates Verkís’ expertise in stakeholder management, project development and innovative procurement, creating a strong foundation for one of Reykjavík Port’s most important future infrastructure investments.
Technical information
Location:
Reykjavík Port
Size:
5,000 m²
Project period:
2025 – 2026
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