Objecti­ves and policies

IRCA policy builds on six main principles formulated through broad cooperation of employees and managers alike. These principles touch on factors both within and without, each with the goal of strengthening our operations, whilst building on the strong foundation already present within the IRCA.

These policies are implemented with the intention of supporting the IRCA’s daily operation, but, in addition, a key goal is connected to each individual principle, towards which a variety of actions will be undertaken in the coming years.

For all operations and work undertaken by the IRCA in the coming years, the guiding principle is that: “Safe transport is the lifeline of industry, community, and visitors.”

Safety as a Guiding Principle

Safety and safety culture are at the forefront of all IRCA operations. This applies equally to those utilizing the transport system as it does to the IRCA’s employees and connected partners.

Outstanding service

We provide outstanding service in keeping with any given demand, and provide all users of the transport system with the information they need to make informed decisions in their travels.

Powerful team spirit and efficient operations

We base all our work on the staples of efficiency, professionalism, and the cooperation of talented, dynamic employees, all around the country.

The foundation of good decisions

We gather, analyse, and communicate data that support professional decision making pertaining to issues related to the transportation system.

Sustainability

We systematically work towards the implementation of sustainability in all our operations, whilst seeking to support its constructive influence.

Integration of transport modes

We assist in the organisation and construction of integrated and eco-friendly transport methods throughout Iceland.

• Professionalism
  • We have an unrivalled level of expertise and are professional in the work we do
• Safety
  • Safety is always our top priority
• Foresight
  • ​We build on experience whilst looking forward to the future
• Services
  • We meet the needs of society through efficient service

Revision of the IRCA’s overarching policy throughout the years of 2024-2028 was based on extracting the success already gained following earlier strategic planning, in effect from 2019. Equally, to formulate a coordinated vision of both employees and management for the future, as well as setting the strategic focus for the IRCA’s operations until 2028. Broad and active participation of employees and interested parties linked to the institution were the primary guiding lights in the policy formulation process, which included the following key factors:

• Meetings with employees
• Interviews with executives and external interested parties
• Surveys among employees
• Processing of said surveys with management
• Summary and presentation