Viking Expands Fleet with Hydrogen-Powered Ships
Key Ideas
- Viking Vesta, a new ocean ship with 998 guest capacity, was delivered in a ceremony in Ancona, Italy.
- Viking Libra, the world's first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, will join the fleet in 2026, followed by Viking Astrea in 2027.
- The hydrogen-powered ships will operate with zero emissions, showcasing Viking's commitment to sustainability in the cruise industry.
- Viking plans to expand its fleet significantly by 2031 with a total of 111 river ships and 23 ocean and expedition ships.
Viking recently added a new ocean ship, Viking Vesta, to its fleet at a ceremony in Ancona, Italy. The ship, with a capacity for 998 guests, will sail iconic itineraries in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe, offering 499 all-veranda suites. Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking, expressed pride in welcoming Viking Vesta as part of their elegant sister ships, providing travellers with new options for exploration. Additionally, Viking is making strides in sustainability by introducing hydrogen-powered ships. Viking Libra, set to join in late 2026, and Viking Astrea, scheduled for 2027, aim to operate with zero emissions. The company plans significant fleet expansion by 2031, including 27 river ships and 10 ocean ships by 2028, totaling 111 river ships and 23 ocean and expedition ships by 2031, highlighting their growth and commitment to environmentally friendly practices.