Viking Recognized on the Annual TIME100 List Honoring Companies Making an Extraordinary Impact Around the World

Viking^® announced it has been named to TIME’s 2026 TIME100 Most Influential Companies list, which recognizes companies making an extraordinary impact around the world. Viking was recognized in the “Disrupters” category, highlighting companies that are redefining industries and challenging conventional approaches. Viking was also named to the TIME100 Companies: Industry Leaders list for Travel & Tourism, which highlights the 10 most influential companies shaping the sector in 2026.

“To be recognized by TIME as one of the world’s most influential companies is an incredible honor,” said Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking. “Ever since our humble beginnings in 1997, we have always done things differently in the travel industry. We focus on the destination, and we do not try to be all things to all people. We are proud that our contrarian approach continues to resonate with our guests, the industry and prestigious publications like TIME, as we continue to grow thoughtfully and stay true to what makes Viking different.”

To assemble the list, TIME polled its global network of contributors and correspondents, as well as outside experts. Then, TIME editors evaluated nominations on key factors, including impact, innovation, ambition and success. The result is a diverse group of businesses helping chart an essential path forward. See the full list here: time.com/100companies.

Today’s announcement adds to a growing list of accolades for Viking. Viking was rated #1 for Oceans and #1 for Rivers by Condé Nast Traveler for the fifth consecutive year in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” by Travel + Leisure—no other travel company has simultaneously received such honors by both publications. Recently, the Viking Vesta^® was also named to Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List. Additional recognition includes ranking #1 in seven categories in USA TODAY 10BEST 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, earning top honors from Southern Living for both its river and ocean voyages in the publication’s 2026 cruise rankings, receiving eight awards in Cruise Critic’s 2025 Best in Cruise Awards and, for the fifth year in a row, top rankings from U.S. News & World Report as “Best Luxury Line,” “Best Line for Couples” and “Best Line in the Mediterranean.” Viking also earned AOL’s Best Cruise Line for 2025 and continues to receive “Recommended” ratings for its ocean ships in Forbes Travel Guide.

Source: BUSINESS WIRE