VIKING is set to build two new expedition ships, which will be delivered in 2030 and 2031, the cruise line has announced. The two new arrivals will double the cruise line’s expedition fleet, which is currently comprised of Viking Octantis (pictured) and Viking Polaris, both delivered three-and-a-half years ago (CW...
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VIKING is set to build two new expedition ships, which will be delivered in 2030 and 2031, the cruise line has announced.
The two new arrivals will double the cruise line’s expedition fleet, which is currently comprised of Viking Octantis (pictured) and Viking Polaris, both delivered three-and-a-half years ago (CW 29 Sep 2022).
No other details about the two expedition ships have been made public, although Viking announced it has also taken an option for two additional ocean ships, which are set to be delivered in 2034.
The announcement comes as Viking reported a massive revenue hike of 21.9% for the fiscal year.
Total income was US$6.5 billion (approximately A$9.2 billion) while adjusted gross margin was US$4.3 billion (A$6.1 billion), an increase of 22.6% compared to the same period in 2024.
Adjusted EBITDA was US$1.9 billion (A$2.9 billion), an increase of 38.8% compared to the same period in 2024.
Viking also noted it has sold 86% of its capacity passenger cruise days for this season.
“This performance reflects our consistent execution and is supported by key metrics that reinforce our momentum,” chair & chief executive officer Torstein Hagen said.
“We also reached important milestones in 2025, growing our river, ocean and expedition fleet to more than 100 vessels and further expanding our destination-focused offerings around the world.
“These achievements reflect the strong demand from our core consumer, the loyalty of our guests, the value of our premium products, and the dedication of our employees to provide exceptional travel experiences on all seven continents.”
Meanwhile, the cruise line has also cancelled its Nile voyages through to Mar, amid the Iran conflict, which has disrupted travel plans across the Middle East and North Africa.
Viking announced the decision following the release of its fiscal results, saying it is arranging for its current cohort of travellers in Egypt to return home.
Other cruise lines reported to have stopped their Nile cruises include Avalon Waterways and Tauck, with AmaWaterways set to continue sailing in the region. MS
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