VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has announced initial orders for the Pentagon Star, an innovative mass rescue device for swift recovery during maritime and aviation crises. Designed for high-impact situations, it inflates into a floating platform accommodating up to 100 individuals, enhancing search and rescue operations with its lightweight and efficient design.
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched the YouSafe™ Crest immersion suit, compliant with US Coast Guard regulations. It provides up to six hours of thermal protection in cold water. Key features include rapid donning capabilities, an inflatable buoyancy option, and high-visibility elements, all designed to enhance user safety during emergencies.
Viking and Fincantieri are pioneering the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, the Viking Libra, set for delivery in 2026. With zero emissions and a hybrid propulsion system, the ship will accommodate 998 guests in 499 staterooms. This initiative marks a significant step towards sustainable maritime transportation.
Viking has ordered two more cruise ships from Fincantieri, bringing the total to 10. The collaboration began in 2012, resulting in the launch of Viking Star in 2015. The new ships will be larger, accommodating 998 passengers. Fincantieri has a busy schedule with orders from various cruise lines, indicating a resurgence in the industry.
The shortage of firefighting foam chemicals poses a safety risk on 40,000 sea vessels. New regulations will phase out PFOS, a harmful compound. Ship owners must replace foams at first survey after January 1, 2026. VIKING offers services for a smooth transition to safer alternatives, despite logistical challenges. Port state control will enforce compliance strictly.
Fincantieri and Viking have signed contracts for two new cruise ships, set to be delivered in 2028 and 2029. These ships, with a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons, will accommodate 998 passengers and meet the latest environmental standards. The partnership between the two companies has resulted in 20 ships being built since 2012.
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