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Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW”) advised Viking Ocean Cruises (“Viking”) on the delivery of the ocean ship - 'Viking Vela' from Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard, Italy.

The 'Viking Vela', the 11th ship delivered to Viking by the Fincantieri Group, is built according to the latest navigation and safety regulations. It is also equipped with high-efficiency engines and systems that minimise the pollution of exhaust gases and that meet the strictest environmental requirements.

Future ocean ships

Viking is working on a project for a partial hybrid propulsion system for future ocean ships

Viking is working on a project for a partial hybrid propulsion system for future ocean ships based on liquid hydrogen and fuel cells, which could allow the company to operate at zero-emission in the Norwegian fjords and other sensitive environments.

The Viking Vela has been designed with the future in mind, ensuring she can be retrofitted to incorporate this new technology as it becomes available. With a gross tonnage of about 54,300 tons, 499 staterooms and a capacity of 998 guests, the 'Viking Vela' is classified as a small cruise ship, as are all Viking Ocean ships.

WFW Italy Maritime team

Viking Ocean Cruises is part of Viking Cruises which operates a fleet of nearly 100 ships providing river, ocean, and expedition cruises worldwide.

The WFW Italy Maritime team advising Viking on the delivery was led by Partner Michele Autuori, assisted by Associate Sergio Napolitano.

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