About us
At DTE, innovation meets expertise in aluminum production. Established in Iceland in 2013 by seasoned aluminum industry professionals, we’re revolutionizing metal by making the production of essential metals more sustainable, safe, and efficient.
ESG Commitments at DTE:
Forging a Sustainable Future
Environmental Commitments: At DTE, we acknowledge the pivotal role metals play in advancing human progress, particularly in the transition toward “green” technologies. Light metals, such as aluminum, are essential for lightweighting, electrification of vehicles, renewable energy production, and the development of new technology. However, metal production is energy-intensive and leaves a significant environmental footprint. We are committed to making metal production and processing as sustainable as possible. Our unique technology can substantially reduce the environmental impact of metal production. DTE's solutions empower recyclers to maximize the use of recycled aluminum, reducing emissions, energy usage, and reducing reliance on primary aluminum. Since recycling aluminum requires 95% less energy than primary production, we view improving recycled content as a crucial part of reducing emissions worldwide.
Social Initiatives
Our dedication to social responsibility extends to the heart of our operations. At DTE, we prioritize the safety, well-being, and development of our team members. By automating manual processes, we seek to enhance the safety of workers in the metals industry. We foster a working environment that encourages innovation, values diversity, and upholds a commitment to a fair and respectful workplace for everyone. Our goal is to contribute positively to the communities we serve, working in harmony with stakeholders, including the Icelandic government, educational institutions, and industry clusters.
Governance Focus
DTE's governance framework is built on the principles of transparency, accountability, and empowerment. We believe that clear communication, access to management, and transparent procedures are essential for fostering a culture of trust and excellence. Our commitment to an exceptional workplace involves continuous efforts to provide growth opportunities, ensure a healthy work/life balance, and embrace diversity within our teams. We view diversity as an ongoing journey of improvement, welcoming challenges to our assumptions and norms to foster continuous learning and growth.
Executive Team
-
Karl Ágúst Matthíasson
Chief Executive Officer
-
Kristján Leósson
Chief Technology Officer
-
Ásdís Virk Sigtryggsdottir
Chief Commercial Officer
-
Davíð Ólafur Ingimarsson
Chief Financial Officer
Board Members
Clemens Blum / Board Director
-
Clemens Blum, is a Director of the Board of DTE, effective from October 22, 2021. He currently serves as Board Member of the Buhler Group, RAFI GmbH & Co. KG and Laird Connectivity. He is also a strategic advisor for Advent International and Oaktree Capital.
Clemens spent over 17 years at Schneider Electric, where he was the Industry Business Unit’s EVP between 2010 and 2016. In this role he led a global organization of over 15,000 people working in industrial automation.
Clemens holds a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Furtwangen University, and a Business, Management and Marketing degree from Pforzheim University.
Arni Blondal / Chairman
-
Arni Blöndal is a Co-Founder and serves as a managing partner at Brunnur Ventures GP. Arni has two decades experience with start-ups and private equity; as a start-up co-founder, a venture capital fund manager, an investment banker and a fund general partner. He has done transactions and managed private equity/venture capital investments in over 10 countries. Arni has served as board director in numerous start-ups.
He is a mechanical engineer from the University of Iceland and holds a M.Sc. degree in engineering from Denmark’s Technical University.
Nicholas Andruschak / Board Director
-
Nicholas Andruschak has served as a Director of DTE since June 2023. Nicholas is Vice President at Chrysalix Venture Capital. He is a product driven innovator with more than 10 years’ experience in early-stage product management, R&D and automation technologies. Nicholas plays a key role in the development of investment theses, deal sourcing, due diligence, and managing portfolio companies.
Nicholas holds a number of board positions and is actively involved with Chrysalix investments in DTE, Sortera Alloys, Luffy, Haila and Applied Impact Robotics. Nicholas has an MBA from the University of British Columbia, an MASc in Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Toronto and a BASc in Mechatronics Engineering from the University of British Columbia.
Karl Ágúst Matthíasson / CEO
-
Karl Matthíasson is the founder and CEO of DTE…
