Choose segmentPassengerCargoOffshoreDefenceFireYachtingFishing About VIKING Shipowner Agreement Products Servicing Training R & D Rules & Reg Sourcing News & PR Job & Career Contact Downloads | Home VIKING Sourcing policies Become a supplier Purchasing VIKING Sourcing policies VIKING Sourcing policies VIKING suppliers must live up to our standards As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of safety and life-saving products, consistent quality is a critical issue. Global purchasing strategy Our global policy gives us access to suppliers worldwide, allowing us to compare and choose between suppliers that can offer the right combination of quality, quantity and delivery terms. Suppliers of raw materials and spare parts are subject to strict requirements Detailed product specifications are defined by our research & development and design departments. These suppliers must have their own documented quality system and be financially solid. And they must of course be able to deliver reliably and consistenty - at competitive prices. Our suppliers are not allowed to make any alterations to products without our knowledge and acceptance. We have long-term partnership agreements with major suppliers whenever possible. Suppliers of trade products are also subject to detailed requirements for quality and documentation, timely delivery and competitive pricing. Trade and LSA products must be certified to the relevant maritime standards, for example USCG and SOLAS. Trade products are sold under the suppliers name, and benefit from long term association with the VIKING brand. Product development in partnership VIKING is constantly working to develop new products and make technological improvements on existing products. We have a close cooperation with several major suppliers to develop new solutions. All new products and significant alterations to existing products are subject to procedures in VIKING’s own quality control system including extensive prototype testing. Request a quotation Enter name or product no. to search our online Safetyshop catalogue Quick links The fast way to content Direct to... Safetyshop - find product Product overview Nearest servicing station Global Network News & Press Jobs About VIKING Download brochures Book service Nearest servicing station Global network of 270 certified VIKING servicing stations About VIKING VIKING is a market leader in maritime safety equipment and personal protection for defence and fire-fighting. Read more about VIKING here