Viking Line Plc's board of directors has appointed Marcus Risberg as the company's new CEO. Risberg will take up his new role no later than 1 January 2026 and succeeds Jan Hanses, who is retiring after 11 years as CEO and 38 years in the company's service.
–We are very pleased to welcome Marcus Risberg as the new CEO of Viking Line. He has both genuine expertise in the industry, with experience from both Tallink Silja and Gotlandsbolaget, and a valued and established leadership. Marcus Risberg was born in Finland, raised in Åland and professionally active in Sweden, which creates an understanding of the culture that characterizes our business operations. The board, which has carried out a thorough recruitment process with several excellent candidates, is convinced that he is the right person to lead the company into the next phase, says Jakob Johansson, Chairman of the Board of Viking Line.
Marcus Risberg most recently came from the position as CEO of Destination Gotland.
Marcus Risberg comments:
–It is with great pride and humility that I take on the role of CEO of Viking Line. The company has a long and proud history in Baltic Sea shipping, and I look forward to continuing to develop the business together with the team with a focus on sustainability, innovation and customer experience.
Jan Hanses will remain in an advisory role during a transitional period, and since the Annual General Meeting on April 24, 2025, is also a member of the company's board of directors.
