Veitur

Veitur Utilities hf, commonly known as Veitur, is a public utility company operating in Iceland’s Capital Region. The company focuses on essential services within the Greater Reykjavík area, including drinking water supply, wastewater collection and treatment, and energy infrastructure related to district heating networks.

Ownership and governance

Veitur is owned by public municipalities in the Capital Region. The governance structure includes representation from these municipalities, and the company is managed by a board of directors and a dedicated executive team.

Operations and services

Veitur manages the region’s water and wastewater networks, including water production facilities, pumping stations, distribution mains, and treatment plants. It also operates district heating networks and associated energy infrastructure, coordinating with local authorities and other energy providers to maintain service reliability and system integrity. In addition to network operations, Veitur offers customer services such as metering, billing, and assistance for connected services.

Coverage

The company serves multiple municipalities in the Capital Region, including Reykjavík and surrounding towns, and works to ensure the continuity and quality of water, wastewater, and heating services for residents and businesses.

Regulatory context

As a public utility, Veitur operates under Icelandic law and regional regulatory frameworks governing water, wastewater, and energy networks, with adherence to environmental and safety standards and collaboration with national and local authorities.

Headquarters

Veitur is headquartered in Reykjavík, Iceland.