Viking Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships and signed contracts for their construction with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. These two new ships are to be delivered in 2028 and 2029.
This order has further strengthened the relationship between Viking and Fincantieri. The ship building company has built 20 ships for Viking since 2012, according to reports. The new ships will accommodate 998 passengers in 499 cabins.
The new vessels are going to be built in accordance with the latest environmental regulations and navigation standards and will feature the most advanced safety systems. They will feature innovations developed by Fincantieri and Viking for the development of eco-friendly fuels and zero-emission power generation systems, the company said.
“Together, Fincantieri and Viking are leading the shipping industry in the path to net zero. With this contract, Fincantieri confirms its strong order pipeline and its reputation as a long-term partner of excellence within the cruise sector, as stated in our 2023-2027 Industrial Plan,” said Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and managing director of Fincantieri.