Viking Line Abp's Q1 2024 report reveals weaker demand compared to the same period in 2023, with consolidated sales decreasing by 0.7% to EUR 93.2 million. The company cites geopolitical uncertainty and its impact on energy prices, inflation, interest rates, and currencies as contributing factors. The total number of passengers during the report period was 871,828, down from 888,725 in Q1 2023. Despite these challenges, Viking Line's Board of Directors expects that income before tax in 2024 will be on par with the figure for 2023, excluding the EUR 8.6 million capital gain from the sale of Rosella in 2023. The company also noted significant investments in its fleet, including the dry-docking of Viking Cinderella and the launch of Birka Gotland.