Titanic II
From
BBC comes the story of a South African tycoon who wants to spend 500 million UK pounds and build a new Titanic - bigger and better. He is planning to buld it at the shipyards of
Harland and Wolff, Belfast where the original Titanic was built.
bq. The new Titanic would not be an exact replica but would have the same external lines and levels of luxury.
bq.
'Magical name'
Former Belfast Lord Mayor, Assemblyman Dr Ian Adamson, who had discussions with Mr Gous on his previous visit, said: "This is not a pipe-dream.
bq. "The magic of the Titanic name would make this the cruise ship the rich and famous would want to sail on.
bq. "Cruising is the last resort of the millionaire in the 21st century, but all cruise ships seem to look the same.
bq. "Titanic II, bigger and better than the original, but with its own famous grand staircase and luxury, would be a winner."
Cool - it would be popular and the original Titanic was a gorgeous ship.
Posted by DaveH at February 29, 2004 9:40 PM