Viking celebrated the delivery of its newest ocean ship, the Viking Vesta, at Fincantieri's shipyard in Ancona, Italy. The Viking Vesta boasts 499 staterooms, accommodating 998 guests, and will embark on its inaugural voyages in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. The Chairman and CEO of Viking, Torstein Hagen, expressed pride in expanding the fleet with elegant sister ships like the Viking Vesta, offering travelers new avenues for exploration in comfort. Excitingly, Viking unveiled plans for hydrogen-powered cruise ships, the Viking Libra and Viking Astrea, promoting sustainability through zero-emission operations. The Viking Libra, under construction at the same shipyard, will utilize liquefied hydrogen and fuel cells for propulsion, with a scheduled delivery in 2026, followed by the hydrogen-powered Viking Astrea in 2027. Additionally, Viking aims for future-forward design with the Viking Vesta, ensuring adaptability for upcoming technologies. The company looks ahead to receiving 27 river ships by 2028 and 10 ocean ships by 2031, totaling 111 river ships and 23 ocean and expedition ships respectively. This strategic expansion underscores Viking's commitment to innovative travel experiences and environmental responsibility.