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British ship companies rush building of new ocean liners
London reports a global push by British firms to expand Atlantic passenger ships amid competition from Germany France Italy and potential American entrants. Turbo electric and oil driven vessels are planned with several giant liners including the Cunard Mauretania replacement and White Star 60,000 ton flagship. Also noted are Pacific and Orient lines expanding fleets with motor and oil powered ships.
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Elder Dempster
Bibby
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Lamport and Holt
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Nelson Line
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