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Viking floats out its newest Nile River ship, Viking Thoth

9 May 2025

Ocean and river cruise specialist Viking [NYSE: VIK] reports that its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Thoth—has been floated out at the Arab Contractors Company’s Massara shipyard in Cairo, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set for delivery in October 2025, the vessel will join Viking’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail on the company’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.

“Egypt...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/cruiseships/viking-floats-out-its-newest-nile-river-ship-viking-thoth/

World’s first immersion suit designed for women

1 May 2025

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VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched the first Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) immersion suit in the world designed for women working in offshore wind energy, using guidance on diversity and …

https://maritime-professionals.com/worlds-first-immersion-suit-designed-for-women/

VIKING Collaborates With Offshore Wind Safety Leaders To Launch World’s First Immersion Suit Designed For Women

23 April 2025

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched the first Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) immersion suit in the world designed for women working in offshore wind energy, using guidance on diversity and inclusivity…

https://gcaptain.com/viking-collaborates-with-offshore-wind-safety-leaders-to-launch-worlds-first-immersion-suit-designed-for-women/

Viking claims hydrogen-powered cruise ship world first for Viking Libra

8 April 2025

Viking (NYSE: VIK) and Fincantieri today announced details of the Viking Libra, the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, capable of operating with zero emissions. They also announced that contracts have been signed for two additional ocean ships for delivery in 2031 and an option for two additional ocean ships for delivery in 2033.

Viking Libra will feature a hybrid propulsion system based partially on liquefied hydrogen and fuel cells. This hybrid propulsion system will make the ship...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/cruiseships/viking-claims-hydrogen-powered-cruise-ship-world-first-for-viking-libra/

Strong Viking on track

19 March 2025

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Revenue has reached DKK 4 billion for the first time, and with a pre-tax profit of DKK 452 million, VIKING has consolidated its position as a global market leader …

https://maritime-professionals.com/strong-viking-on-track/

Strong VIKING On Track Towards New Goals

13 March 2025

Annual report: Growth in all customer segments puts VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S in a strong position as a new strategy period commences. Revenue has reached DKK 4 billion for the…

https://gcaptain.com/strong-viking-on-track-towards-new-goals/

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment acquires service operation in Tromsø, Norway

9 September 2024

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment is expanding its network of owned service stations in Norway by acquiring the safety department of Tromsø-based company Lindrup Martinsen AS. The move will ensure VIKING can…

https://gcaptain.com/viking-life-saving-equipment-acquires-service-operation-in-tromso-norway/

Owner Options On Firefighting Foams Running Dry

1 August 2024

At a time of heightened alertness to ship fires, key chemicals in the foams used to put them out are running dry, risking safety on board up to 40,000 seagoing…

https://gcaptain.com/owner-options-on-firefighting-foams-running-dry/

Fincantieri and Viking Sign Contracts for Two New Cruise Ships

3 July 2024

Fincantieri and Viking have recently signed contracts for the construction of two new cruise ships, based on the designs of previous ships built by Fincantieri for Viking. The vessels are…

https://gcaptain.com/fincantieri-and-viking-sign-contracts-for-two-new-cruise-ships/

VIKING Ambulance Boat Order Adds To Greek Island Health Care Performance

24 June 2024

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment, a global leader in maritime safety solutions, has secured a new order for 11 ambulance boats from the Hellenic Coastguard, expanding the coverage provided by VIKING Norsafe…

https://gcaptain.com/viking-ambulance-boat-order-adds-to-greek-island-health-care-performance/

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