Viking adds new river ship to European fleet

Viking (NYSE: VIK) announced it has taken delivery of the Viking Rota, a new Viking Longship that will operate on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers in Europe.

The vessel accommodates 190 guests in 95 staterooms and includes features such as a patented square bow enabling three full decks, an indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace and an asymmetric corridor layout designed to allow two-room suites. The ship will sail itineraries including Rhine Getaway, Grand European Tour, Danube Waltz, Tulips & Windmills, Christmas on the Rhine and Danube Christmas Delights.

"The delivery of the Viking Rota marks another milestone for our award-winning river fleet," said Leah Talactac, President and Chief Executive Officer of Viking. "As interest in river travel continues to grow, we remain focused on creating more opportunities for curious travelers to explore the world in Viking comfort."

According to the company, Viking expects to take delivery of 18 additional river ships by 2028, 11 additional ocean ships by 2032 and two additional expedition ships by 2031. With those additions, Viking projects it will operate 114 river ships by 2028 and 28 ocean and expedition ships by 2032.

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