VIKING has posted impressive second quarter financial results, with a major increase in both revenue and profit for the period compared to last year. Total revenue was US$1.8 billion for the second quarter, an increase of 18.5% compared to the same period last year, while gross profit increased 22.3%. Adjusted...
VIKING has posted impressive second quarter financial results, with a major increase in both revenue and profit for the period compared to last year.
Total revenue was US$1.8 billion for the second quarter, an increase of 18.5% compared to the same period last year, while gross profit increased 22.3%.
Adjusted EBITDA also totalled US$632.9 million, an increase of 28.5%, rounding out some of the key highlights of what was an impressive period for Viking.
The cruise line has already sold 96% of its capacity passenger cruise days for this year, and 55% of its capacity passenger cruise days for 2026.
“We delivered another quarter of great results, further underscoring the strength of our business model and of our core guest demographic,” Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Torstein Hagen said.
“In the second quarter, our revenue increased 18.5% and our adjusted EBITDA increased 28.5% year-over-year, reflecting continued solid demand for our destination-focused travel experiences,” he added.
“We are also pleased to have successfully taken delivery of two new ships, an achievement made possible due to the dedication of our team and the sustained momentum of the Viking brand as we execute on our long-term growth strategy.”
Viking’s orderbook has it scheduled to take delivery of six more river vessels for the remainder of the year.
The line also announced it will start operating two river vessels in India, which are set to be introduced in 2027 and 2028. MS
