Viking Holdings Ltd (NYSE: VIK) — Company Overview, News & Financial Data
Viking Holdings Ltd is a global travel and cruise operator specializing in destination-focused river, ocean, and expedition cruises.
Viking Holdings Ltd
Viking Holdings Ltd is a global travel and cruise operator specializing in destination-focused river, ocean, and expedition cruises. The company operates a fleet of river vessels across major waterways in Europe, Asia, Egypt, and along the Mississippi River in North America. Its ocean cruising division conducts itineraries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Caribbean. Additionally, the business provides polar expedition voyages in Antarctica and the Arctic using purpose-built ice-class vessels. Operations focus on culturally immersive travel experiences with land tours, onboard educational programs, and inclusive shore excursions for English-speaking travelers worldwide.
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Products and/or services of Viking Holdings Ltd
- European River Cruises: Operations encompass a broad fleet of river passenger vessels navigating major European rivers, including the Rhine, Main, Danube, Seine, Rhone, and Douro. Itineraries feature inclusive guided shore tours, regional cultural immersion, and port-to-port transportation across western and central Europe.
- Ocean Cruises: Service offerings cover global ocean voyages utilizing mid-sized ocean ships capable of entering smaller ports across Scandinavia, the Mediterranean, the British Isles, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Operations include all-veranda stateroom accommodation, destination dining, and shore excursions.
- Polar Expedition Cruises: Cruise itineraries feature polar and remote destinations, including Antarctica, the Arctic, and North America's Great Lakes. Voyages utilize polar-class expedition vessels equipped with enclosed zodiac launchers, scientific research laboratories, submarines, and specialized expedition equipment for remote wilderness exploration.
- Nile and Mekong River Cruises: Operations involve customized river cruise vessels designed for specific international waterways, including Egypt's Nile River and Southeast Asia's Mekong River. Sailings combine inland river passage with guided site visits to ancient heritage locations, temple complexes, and cultural landmarks.
- Mississippi River Cruises: Regional river cruising along the Mississippi River in North America utilizes modern riverboats specifically designed for American inland waterways. Itineraries stretch between Minnesota and Louisiana, visiting historic river ports, regional cultural centers, and key agricultural and historic transportation hubs.
- Pre and Post-Cruise Land Extensions: Fully packaged land travel programs provide multi-day hotel stays, guided overland transfers, and city tours before or after scheduled river and ocean cruises. Destinations cover major hub cities, historical capitals, and inland natural landmarks adjacent to primary cruise disembarkation ports.
Viking Holdings Ltd executive team
- Mr. Torstein HagenFounder, Chairman & CEO
- Ms. Leah TalactacPresident & CFO
- Mr. Anton HofmannExecutive Vice President of Group Operations
- Ms. Carola MengoliniVice President of Investor Relations
- Mr. Richard MarnellExecutive Vice President of Marketing
- Mr. Milton HughExecutive Vice President of Sales
- Ms. Linh BanhExecutive Vice President of Finance
- Mr. Jeff DashExecutive VP & Head of Business Development
- Mr. Karine HagenExecutive VP of Product & Director