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Rebecca Gibson |
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri is to construct two new cruise ships for Viking, both of which will be delivered in 2030.
The 54,300gt vessels will be “based on the successful features” and innovations of the previous ships Fincantieri has constructed for Viking and will accommodate 998 passengers in 499 cabins. They will be built according to the latest environmental, safety and navigation regulations and feature new innovations to enable the ships to operate with eco-friendly fuels and zero- emission power generation systems.
The agreement also includes the option for four additional ships, which would be delivered in 2031and 2032. Fincantieri has already built 22 cruise ships for Viking since 2012.
“This new order represents another step forward in our collaboration with Viking, further consolidating Fincantieri as a global leader in naval engineering innovation,” said Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and managing director of Fincantieri. “This agreement not only strengthens our order book, but it also ensures further depth of work in our shipyards over the long term, positioning us at the forefront of driving the industry towards energy transition.”