The ‘Viking Mira’, a new cruise ship under construction for Viking, has been launched at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard.
The ship is scheduled to debut in spring 2026, operating in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. At about 54,300gt, Viking Mira will feature 499 staterooms and accommodate up to 998 passengers on board. The vessel belongs to the ‘small’ cruise ship segment and is part of the Viking ocean fleet, entirely built by Fincantieri. The long-standing relationship between the shipowner and the group currently includes a total of 28 ships, taking into account the units already delivered, those on order, signed contracts, and recently secured option agreements.
All Viking units are built in accordance with the latest international regulations on navigation and safety and are equipped with high-efficiency engines and advanced exhaust gas treatment systems, designed to meet the most stringent environmental standards.
The Ancona shipyard is said to be one of the most strategic production hubs of the group. Covering an area of 360,000 m², it boasts a production capacity of 60,000 gt, lifting systems of up to 500t, and hull construction capabilities of 1,200t/month. Since 2009, 20 vessels have already been delivered. The shipyard plays an active role in the Operations Excellence program, which entails the introduction of advanced technologies, robotics, and AI to increase efficiency and improve work quality.
Image: ‘Viking Mara’, Fincantieri’s latest cruise delivery (source: Viking Cruises)
