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Valhalla Boatworks 

<p><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking Yachts</a> has unveiled the new renderings of its 27.41-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 yacht. The sportfisher yacht has taken the skills and knowledge learnt from its <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 92 and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 80 models to create a new flagship model.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235949/image/large-f0c5b16f006bb9195b602580fefd8b12.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235949">The 28.42-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 92 paved the way for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 and proved that a sportfishing yacht of its size could win consistently on the tournament trail. But an international mandate required the installation of an exhaust-treatment technology called Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) that would increase the purchase, operating cost, weight and performance of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 92.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235954/image/large-7dec6bc8682e270a8ac91a1ac4d85fb4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235954"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking Yachts</a> fought for an extension of an exemption that would give engine manufacturers more time to develop the appropriate SCR systems for larger yachts, but the mandate went into effect and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12324" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking 90 Sky Bridge27.41m (89'11&quot;)Viking Yachts2023">Viking</a> began developing the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90. “We were not going to be forced into installing SCR. With the new 90, we invested $20 million to develop a new flagship sportfishing yacht that does not require SCR. It was a costly decision but one that had to be made because it’s the best product for our owners.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235952/image/large-a386e627023941680b1561bd42a5f657.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235952">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 yacht features a streamlined build process for the enclosed bridge and open bridge that not only saves on weight and improves build efficiency, but also provides a sleek profile. Other notable developments include a one-piece wraparound enclosed bridge windshield that enhances visibility.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235956/image/large-aa3fa5181e5765ae9ac5898ace85cb75.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235956">The cockpit measures an impressive 224 &nbsp;square-metres and includes aft facing seating between the lower and upper decks. “What we learned from the 92 was that the majority of our owners wanted to be seated so they could look aft – that’s where all the action is on a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> sportfishing boat,” David Wilson, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> Design Manager, said.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235955/image/large-e5582a4e84222e41c55d617b5c81f5ce.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235955">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 uses lightweight materials to reduce the weight she carries onboard. An electric-powered sliding door leads to the U-shaped saloon with ample seating, and a natural walnut interior for a contemporary aesthetic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235957/image/large-bca5a417e49069519f0cae096525209f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235957">A large wrap-around galley can be found forward on the starboard side that leads to a raised dinette with U-shaped seating and a walnut table. The elevated platform allows for excellent views outside while also providing a rod locker with pull-out drawer below.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235958/image/large-46a967c2fd33e80df28a3f322d50f6f6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235958"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235959/image/large-de638cf2f0e075c64f98587ba4de2c2f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235959">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 yacht includes a full-beam master stateroom, with &nbsp;his and hers bathrooms with their own shower, a king-size bed, and a large maple-lined walk-in closet. “We rearranged the layout of the forward port stateroom, but all of the staterooms – including the crew quarters – are very similar to the 92’s staterooms,” added Interior Design Manager Steve Walker. “You have five guest staterooms, each with its own private bathroom and shower, and crew quarters with immediate access to the engine room.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235961/image/large-f27a8364d1de78165ea86fb7b2f4b854.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235961"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235963/image/large-d2183a04f6d47057ff9ca0a511cdeeb6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235963">Hull one of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 series will be a Kingston Grey Sky Bridge model. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32A diesel engines are standard for the series, but the optional twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 16V 2000 M96Ls will power the first hull. There is also an option for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32B 2400 engines. Preliminary speeds of all three models are still being calculated, but the design refinements, weight reductions and advanced propulsions systems will give the 90 impressive speed, range and excellent overall performance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235968/image/large-fe260fe20e9bd92adc52acc11b8f2684.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235968"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235969/image/large-dc1220088cbd9417bfe7415f72531854.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235969">Over a dozen <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> 90 yachts have already been spoken for, with hull one debuting at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Valhalla Boatworks  (Company)">Valhalla Boatworks</a> VIP Boat Show, which runs 3-4 February, and then followed by the Miami International Boat Show 15-19 February.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235951/image/large-812f2cc3ea2d3c9f4378ad21d92a7c20.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235951"></p>

Viking Yachts unveils new renderings of the in-build 27m Viking 90 yacht 

Viking Yachts has unveiled the new renderings of its 27m Viking 90 yacht. The new flagship model will add to its sportfisher yacht portfolio.