Viking Receives 2024 North America IPO Of The Year Award By International Financing Review
Viking has been named the 2024 North America IPO of the Year by International Financing Review (IFR) in the publication’s prestigious annual awards.
The honor highlights Viking’s successful initial public offering (IPO) that closed on May 3, 2024. Viking’s IPO was the largest IPO of the year on the NYSE and the second largest in the U.S. in 2024.
The IFR Awards are among the most significant honors in global capital markets, recognizing excellence in investment banking and financial performance. Hosted annually by IFR, a leading provider of capital markets intelligence and analysis, the awards celebrate the most significant deals, institutions and innovations across equity and debt markets worldwide.
“We have always been different in the industry—we focus on the destination and appeal to a defined audience of curious travelers who have the time and desire to explore the world in comfort,” said Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking.
“It was a historic moment to become a public company, but we also considered it a natural step to solidify our position as a global leader in experiential travel,” said Leah Talactac, President and Chief Financial Officer of Viking.
“We believe our successful IPO is a testament to the strength of our business model, exceptional execution by our Viking family and great support from our banking partners. This milestone reflects the confidence investors have in our vision and ability to deliver long-term shareholder value.”
(Viking Receives 2024 North America IPO Of The Year Award By International Financing Review)
