Marel hf.
Icelandic food processing automation company founded 1983 providing robotic cutting, portioning, and grading for poultry, meat, and fish; acquired by JBT 2025.
Marel hf. is a multinational food processing automation company founded in 1983 and headquartered in Garðabær, Iceland. The company designs, manufactures, and services advanced processing equipment and systems for the poultry, meat, and fish industries. In poultry processing, Marel provides systems for evisceration, chilling, and portioning.
In fish processing, its automated FlexiCut system uses X-ray imaging and algorithms to determine optimal cutting trajectories, then applies high-pressure water jets and blades to portion fish fillets to specification. Meat processing solutions cover slaughtering, deboning, trimming, and case-ready packaging. Marel allocates significant resources to robotics, AI, and sensor technology to address labor shortages and food safety requirements.
The company employs approximately 7,100 people across more than 30 countries. In January 2025, JBT Corporation completed its acquisition of Marel, and the combined entity was renamed JBT Marel Corporation, trading on the NYSE and Nasdaq Iceland under the ticker JBTM.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
Marel FlexiCut Fish Portioning System
Marel automated fish portioning machine using X-ray scanning and high-pressure water jets to cut fillets to target weight specifications.
Innova Food Processing Software
Production software collecting data and ensuring full traceability across food-processing lines for processors.
Automated Portion Cutting Systems
Automated weighing and portion-cutting systems delivering accurate fixed-weight protein portions for food plants.
Robotic Food Processing Systems
Automation and robotics systems for poultry, meat and fish processing to boost yield and quality.
Contact Marel hf.
WEBSITE
https://www.marel.comPHONE
+6562812878HEADQUARTERS
Iceland
Company Facts
Founded
1983
Primary Role
Manufacturer
Company Size
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Primary Region
Europe
Annual Sales
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Funding Stage
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Funding Total
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