Viking Takes Delivery of Newest River Ship in Europe
Viking (NYSE: VIK) has announced the delivery of its newest Viking Longship®, the Viking Nerthus, at Meyer's Neptun Werft shipyard in Germany. The 168-guest vessel will operate on the Seine River, offering two 8-day itineraries: 'Paris & the Heart of Normandy' and the new 'Christmastime in Paris & Normandy'.
The ship features Viking's signature Scandinavian design with 84 staterooms, an Aquavit Terrace, and advanced environmental features including hybrid propulsion, battery systems, exhaust gas aftertreatment, shore power capability, and solar panels. The vessel docks at Port du Grenelle in Paris, near the Eiffel Tower.
This delivery is part of Viking's expansion plan, with commitments for 25 additional river ships by 2028 and nine ocean ships by 2030, bringing their fleet to 109 river ships and 21 ocean and expedition vessels.
Viking (NYSE: VIK) ha annunciato la consegna del suo nuovo Viking Longship®, il Viking Nerthus, presso il cantiere navale Meyer’s Neptun Werft in Germania. La nave, che può ospitare 168 passeggeri, opererà sul fiume Senna, offrendo due itinerari di 8 giorni: 'Parigi e il Cuore della Normandia' e il nuovo 'Natale a Parigi e in Normandia'.
La nave presenta il design scandinavo distintivo di Viking con 84 cabine, una Aquavit Terrace e avanzate caratteristiche ambientali tra cui propulsione ibrida, sistemi a batteria, trattamento dei gas di scarico, capacità di alimentazione a terra e pannelli solari. La nave attracca al Port du Grenelle a Parigi, vicino alla Torre Eiffel.
Questa consegna fa parte del piano di espansione di Viking, con impegni per 25 navi fluviali aggiuntive entro il 2028 e nove navi oceaniche entro il 2030, portando la loro flotta a 109 navi fluviali e 21 navi oceaniche ed esplorative.
Viking (NYSE: VIK) ha anunciado la entrega de su nuevo Viking Longship®, el Viking Nerthus, en el astillero Meyer’s Neptun Werft en Alemania. El barco, que tiene capacidad para 168 pasajeros, operará en el río Sena, ofreciendo dos itinerarios de 8 días: 'París y el Corazón de Normandía' y el nuevo 'Navidad en París y Normandía'.
El barco cuenta con el diseño escandinavo característico de Viking, con 84 camarotes, una terraza Aquavit y características ambientales avanzadas que incluyen propulsión híbrida, sistemas de batería, tratamiento de gases de escape, capacidad de conexión a tierra y paneles solares. El barco atraca en el Port du Grenelle en París, cerca de la Torre Eiffel.
Esta entrega forma parte del plan de expansión de Viking, con compromisos para 25 barcos fluviales adicionales para 2028 y nueve barcos oceánicos para 2030, llevando su flota a 109 barcos fluviales y 21 barcos oceánicos y de expedición.
Viking (NYSE: VIK)는 독일 메이어스 네프튠 조선소에서 최신 Viking Longship®, Viking Nerthus의 인도를 발표했습니다. 168명의 승객을 수용할 수 있는 이 선박은 세느 강에서 운영되며, '파리와 노르망디의 심장'과 새로운 '파리와 노르망디에서의 크리스마스'라는 두 가지 8일 여행 일정을 제공합니다.
이 선박은 84개의 객실, 아쿠아비트 테라스, 하이브리드 추진, 배터리 시스템, 배기가스 후처리, 육상 전원 공급 능력 및 태양광 패널을 포함한 고급 환경 기능을 갖춘 Viking의 시그니처 스칸디나비아 디자인을 특징으로 합니다. 이 선박은 에펠탑 근처 파리의 Port du Grenelle에 정박합니다.
이번 인도는 Viking의 확장 계획의 일환으로, 2028년까지 25척의 추가 내륙선과 2030년까지 9척의 대양선에 대한 약속을 포함하여, 그들의 함대를 109척의 내륙선과 21척의 대양 및 탐험 선박으로 늘릴 예정입니다.
Viking (NYSE: VIK) a annoncé la livraison de son nouveau Viking Longship®, le Viking Nerthus, au chantier naval Meyer’s Neptun Werft en Allemagne. Le navire de 168 passagers opérera sur la Seine, offrant deux itinéraires de 8 jours : 'Paris et le Cœur de la Normandie' et le nouveau 'Noël à Paris et en Normandie'.
Le navire présente le design scandinave emblématique de Viking avec 84 cabines, une terrasse Aquavit et des caractéristiques environnementales avancées, y compris la propulsion hybride, des systèmes de batteries, le traitement des gaz d'échappement, la capacité de connexion au réseau électrique et des panneaux solaires. Le navire accoste au Port du Grenelle à Paris, près de la Tour Eiffel.
Cette livraison fait partie du plan d'expansion de Viking, avec des engagements pour 25 navires fluviaux supplémentaires d'ici 2028 et neuf navires océaniques d'ici 2030, portant leur flotte à 109 navires fluviaux et 21 navires océaniques et d'expédition.
Viking (NYSE: VIK) hat die Lieferung seines neuesten Viking Longship®, der Viking Nerthus, im Meyer’s Neptun Werft in Deutschland bekannt gegeben. Das 168-Personen-Schiff wird auf der Seine fahren und bietet zwei 8-tägige Routen an: 'Paris & das Herz der Normandie' und das neue 'Weihnachtszeit in Paris & der Normandie'.
Das Schiff verfügt über Vikings charakteristisches skandinavisches Design mit 84 Kabinen, einer Aquavit-Terrasse und fortschrittlichen Umweltmerkmalen, darunter Hybridantrieb, Batteriesysteme, Abgasnachbehandlung, Landstromversorgung und Solarpanels. Das Schiff legt am Port du Grenelle in Paris an, in der Nähe des Eiffelturms.
Diese Lieferung ist Teil von Vikings Expansionsplan, mit Verpflichtungen für 25 zusätzliche Flusskreuzfahrtschiffe bis 2028 und neun Ozeanschiffe bis 2030, was ihre Flotte auf 109 Flusskreuzfahrtschiffe und 21 Ozean- und Expeditionsschiffe bringt.
- Expansion of fleet with new energy-efficient vessel
- Strong order book with 34 new ships planned by 2030
- Strategic docking location in Paris near major tourist attraction
- Implementation of advanced environmental technology reducing operational costs
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The New Viking Nerthus Joins Award-Winning Sister Ships on the Seine River
Viking today announced it has taken delivery of the company’s newest Viking Longship for the Seine River, the Viking Nerthus. The delivery took place this morning when the ship was presented at Meyer’s Neptun Werft shipyard in
“We are proud to welcome the Viking Nerthus to our growing fleet of award-winning Viking Longships,” said Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking. “France continues to be a destination of great interest for our guests, and with the arrival of our newest ship on the Seine River, we look forward to introducing even more curious travelers to the region’s rich history and cultural treasures in ‘the Viking way.’”
The Viking Nerthus
Hosting 168 guests in 84 staterooms, the new Viking Nerthus features Viking’s signature Scandinavian design for which Viking is known. An identical sister ship to the Viking Kari, the Viking Radgrid, the Viking Skaga and the Viking Fjorgyn, the Viking Nerthus features several aspects familiar to Viking guests, such as a distinctive square bow, an Aquavit Terrace and a wide variety of stateroom choices. The vessels feature a hybrid propulsion system with batteries and exhaust gas aftertreatment. They are also equipped for shore power to reduce reliance on fuel while in port. Onboard solar panels further contribute to the ships’ energy efficiency.
With two itineraries and sailing dates from March through December, the Viking Nerthus will journey roundtrip from
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Paris & the Heart of Normandy (8 days;
Paris roundtrip) – Dock in the heart ofParis , admiring views of the Eiffel Tower and a replica of the Statue of Liberty from your ship. Experience history firsthand at the Normandy beaches and delight in Rouen’s Gothic architecture. Explore Giverny and the charming house and gardens where Claude Monet lived and worked, the setting inspiring many of his masterpieces. This voyage celebrates history, art, food and customs in France’s most alluring urban and pastoral settings. -
NEW Christmastime in Paris & Normandy (8 days;
Paris roundtrip) – Discover the renowned sights ofParis , France’s twinkling “City of Light,” and sail through seasonal landscapes of Normandy. Admire scenes of fairy-tale villages and call at Rouen, the region’s vibrant cultural capital. Meander along the winding Seine River, passing elegant residences and charming riverside cafés, returning toParis to explore its iconic treasures, from the illuminated Eiffel Tower to the elegant Champs Élysées, and more.
Today’s ship delivery milestone is the most recent development as Viking continues to grow capacity. Based on the committed orderbook, the Company expects to take delivery of 25 additional river ships by 2028 and nine additional ocean ships by 2030. With these orders, Viking will have 109 river ships in 2028 and 21 ocean and expedition ships in 2030.
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About Viking
Viking (NYSE: VIK) was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans, and lakes around the world. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2023 and 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” for rivers, oceans and expeditions by Travel + Leisure. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors by both publications. For additional information, contact Viking at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or visit www.viking.com. For Viking’s award-winning enrichment channel, visit www.viking.tv.
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