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Iceland Gives Svenska Industriborstar a €1.94 Million Contract for Airport Sweeper Brush Supply

November 07, 2025

Iceland Awards €1.94 Million Contract for Airport Sweeper Brushes at Keflavík

Keflavík, Iceland In a major move to bolster aviation safety, Svenska Industriborstar i Västerås AB (SIB) has secured a €1.94 million contract to supply premium sweeper brushes for Iceland’s primary aviation hub.

The contract, awarded by Iceland’s airport operator Isavia ohf, ensures that Keflavík International Airport remains operational and safe, even during the region's notoriously harsh winter conditions.

Contract at a Glance

Contract Title	Airport Sweeper Brushes Supply
Total Value	€1,943,552
Purchaser	Isavia ohf (Iceland)
Winning Bidder	Svenska Industriborstar i Västerås AB (SIB), Sweden
Duration	3 Years (with 2 optional 1-year extensions)
Procedure	Open Tender (U25005)

Ensuring Runway Safety and Winter Readiness

The agreement focuses on the delivery of specialized cassette brushes designed for Aebi Schmidt sweepers (Models TJS-560 and TJS-630). This equipment is vital for:

Clearing snow and ice during winter.
Removing debris and volcanic ash from runways.
Reducing maintenance downtime for aircraft.

The Competitive Tender Process

The procurement was conducted under the Directive 2014/25/EU via a competitive open tender process. Out of three proposals received, SIB’s bid was identified as the most economically advantageous, balancing high-tier technical quality with cost-effectiveness.

The contract was officially signed on July 11, 2025, marking a significant partnership between the Icelandic infrastructure giant and the Swedish industrial specialist.

About the Key Players

Isavia ohf: Iceland’s Infrastructure Backbone

Headquartered in Hafnarfjörður, Isavia manages all public airports in Iceland. Their focus remains on sustainability and safety, overseeing the critical infrastructure that connects Iceland to the rest of the world.

Svenska Industriborstar (SIB): Scandinavian Expertise

Based in Västerås, Sweden, SIB is a leading manufacturer of industrial brush systems. With decades of experience, they specialise in high-performance solutions for road maintenance and runway cleaning in extreme environments.

Strategic Significance for Aviation

For an island nation like Iceland, aviation is a lifeline. By securing a reliable supply of high performance brushes, Keflavík Airport ensures operational continuity. This deal significantly enhances the resilience of the nation’s aviation infrastructure against environmental challenges.

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