Posted on April 2, 2025
Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a five-year Lifecycle Agreement with Finland based Viking Line covering the ferry M/S Viking Glory. The vessel has been supported by an earlier Wärtsilä agreement since its launch in 2021, and this renewal further extends and expands the partnership and benefits provided by the agreement. This latest order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q1 2025.
The equipment covered by the agreement includes the ship’s six Wärtsilä 31DF dual-fuel engines, six Wärtsilä Gas Valve Units (GVU’s), and two Wärtsilä LNGPac fuel storage and supply systems. The agreement is designed to minimise unscheduled maintenance and ensure performance reliability, while providing cost predictability for budgeting purposes.
“We already have two ferries covered by Wärtsilä agreements, and we have been extremely pleased with the service and support they deliver. The Viking Glory is one of the most environmentally sustainable vessels sailing today, and by maintaining the equipment we ensure efficiency of its operations. The Wärtsilä agreement represents an important contribution to improve the reliability, and this help us on our decarbonisation strategy,” says Mathias Sundberg, Technical Manager – Viking Line.
The scope of the agreement includes maintenance planning, operational support, spare parts and services for the equipment covered, and a ‘one point of contact’ through the contract manager. It also includes Wärtsilä’s unique Expert Insight digital predictive maintenance service. Delivered through Wärtsilä’s global Expertise Centres, Wärtsilä’s Expert Insight leverages AI technology to identify potential failures before they occur, thus helping to improve asset efficiency and reduce both operating costs and emissions.
“We are delighted to renew and extend our collaboration and support for the Viking Glory and to continue our strong relationship with Viking Line. Both our companies are committed to decarbonising shipping operations, and these agreements play an important role in this. By ensuring the highest levels of operational efficiency, Viking Line can continue its great work in minimising the environmental impact of its operations,” comments Henrik Wilhelms, Director, Agreement Sales, Wärtsilä Marine.
Both the Viking Grace and Viking Glory are supported by Wärtsilä Lifecycle Agreements. The Viking Grace was the first ferry to operate with dual-fuel engines, enabling it to operate with LNG fuel. The Viking Glory operates with the highly efficient Wärtsilä 31DF dual-fuel engine, which delivers the best fuel economy of any engine in its class. Both ferries operate between Finland and Sweden.
Image caption: Wärtsilä has signed a five-year Lifecycle Agreement with Finland based Viking Line covering the ferry M/S Viking Glory © Viking Line
Wärtsilä Marine in brief
Wärtsilä Marine is a global pioneer in power, propulsion and lifecycle solutions for the marine market. We develop industry-leading technologies, advancing maritime’s transition to new fuels. We support building an end-to-end digital ecosystem where all vessels and ports are connected. Ultimately, Wärtsilä Marine is driving the shipping industry forward on its journey towards a decarbonised and sustainable future through our broad portfolio of engines, propulsion systems, hybrid technology, exhaust treatment, shaft line solutions and digital technologies, as well as integrated powertrain systems. Our offering, which is underpinned by our performance-based agreements, upgrades, lifecycle solutions, decarbonisation services, as well as an unrivalled global network of maritime expertise, delivers the efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental performance needed to support a safe and sustainable future for our customers, our communities and our planet.
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Wärtsilä in brief
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 18,300 professionals in more than 230 locations in 77 countries is shaping the decarbonisation of our industries across the globe. In 2024, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 6.4 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
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