Hafnarfjörður switches on new harbour entrance light

Hafnarfjörður has officially switched on new lighting at Norðurgarður, a pier at the town’s harbour, completing a major renovation and development project. The ceremony took place on Thursday evening, mbl.is reported.

According to the town’s website, work began with rock protection outside the pier, which was raised by more than two metres. This year, it was clad in hardwood, and seating platforms and a viewing area were added.

Viktor Pétur Finnsson, chair of the Hafnarfjörður harbour board, said he was pleased to have worked on the project and to celebrate what he called an important milestone in the harbour’s development.

Finnsson said it was important to continue improving the harbour while giving people opportunities to enjoy the area and connect with its history. He described the new light as a welcome addition and a reason to walk out along the pier during the dark winter months.

Dredging work is now underway at the harbour. Development is due to continue in the coming months, when the new small-boat harbour, Hamarshöfn, is put into use.