Two More Ships for Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Cruises and Fincantieri have announced they have signed contracts for the construction of two new ocean cruise ships. The vessels are projected to be delivered to the cruise operator by Fincantieri in 2030.
In addition, Fincantieri and Viking have also reached an agreement for four additional ships in option, with deliveries scheduled for 2031 and 2032.
The two future Viking Ocean Cruises ships on contract will be 54,300 tons, with the capacity to accommodate 998 passengers in 499 total cabins. The vessels will be built according to the latest environmental rules and navigation regulations, and equipped with modern safety systems. They will boast all innovations necessary for the development of eco-friendly fuels and sustainable zero-emission power generation systems.
“This new order represents another step forward in our collaboration with Viking, further consolidating Fincantieri as a global leader in naval engineering innovation. This agreement not only strengthens our order book, but it ensures further depth of work in our shipyards over the long term, positioning us at the forefront of driving the industry towards energy transition. Our ability to integrate cutting-edge technologies is a testament to our commitment to building ships for tomorrow, aligned with the climate challenges and opportunities in the cruise industry, as outlined in our Industrial Plan,” said Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri.
The agreement for the two new ships reflects the strong relationship between Fincantieri and Viking Cruises, who have partnered to build a total of 22 ships (including two purpose-built expedition units of the Norwegian subsidiary Vard). These two confirmed new orders, bring Viking Cruises’ total to ten confirmed ships through 2030.
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