Is Clive Palmer’s team actually capable of delivering his replica Titanic, called Titanic II? Fourteen years of delays and still no shipyard booked does not instil confidence. Watch on… Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (Including hundreds of Titanic II, Clive Palmer and other nautical videos)
Way back in 2013, Clive Palmer said that his Titanic II would be built in China. In 2024, he said that Deltamarin (the ships designers) recommended that a European shipyard would be much more capable of building his ship. However, in 2026, Palmer is still struggling to find a European shipyard. Is China now the … More Could Titanic II Be Built In China After All?
Although there are videos on YouTube and media articles that claim that Clive Palmer’s Titanic II has been cancelled, It hasn’t. Watch on… Malcolm .also see below: Also see below: The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (Including hundreds of Titanic II, Clive Palmer and other nautical videos)
On March 26, 2026, mining tycoon Clive Palmer turned 72 years of age. In a recent interview, Palmer admitted that he does not yet have a shipyard for his Titanic II project. He also expressed concern that he was running out of time, due to his advancing years. Palmer is quoted as saying: “Every day … More Clive Palmer Turns 72
After a year of silence, Clive Palmer has finally provided an update about his Titanic II project. You will want to hear this. Please see video below… Malcolm Below is the best comment/reply that I have ever had to one of my videos. Well done! @transatlanticnostalgia4655 You know something? An update telling us we have … More March 2026: Titanic II – Palmer Says “Five Year Delay”
Clive Palmer has announced a shock return to politics, confirming he will run in the Queensland seat of Fadden at the next federal election. Palmer will run for Parliament under his ‘United Australia Party’ banner at next election in Queensland seat of Fadden. Only last year, Palmer said that he was “too old for politics” … More Palmer’s Shock Return to Politics
It may not surprise you to know, but billionaire Clive Palmer, and his family, have a massive property portfolio. Watch on… Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (For hundreds of Titanic II videos and other nautical videos)
Work on the Chinese “Romandisea” replica Titanic (not Palmer’s Titanic) began in 2012. Remember, it was NEVER going to be a real working ship, but a full-sized theme park attraction, in China. Romandisea should have been completed in 2017, but the whole theme park project ran in financial difficulties. After several delays, work completely stopped … More Is Romandisea: the Chinese Titanic Resuming?
This is a video for those of you that think that Clive Palmer’s Titanic II project is just one big publicity stunt, that will never see the light of day. Watch on… Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (Including hundreds of Titanic II, Clive Palmer and other nautical videos)
Clive Palmer’s Titanic II will of course have a replica of the original RMS Titanic’s famous ‘Grand Staircase’. This was one of her stand-out features. However, did you know that the original Titanic had two Grand Staircases, not just one. It also had electric lifts (elevators). Watch on… Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE … More Titanic II: The Grand Staircase
Creating a modern replica of a vintage ocean liner today, is virtually impossible. And even if you could, who would want to cruise on it? Watch on… Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (For hundreds of Titanic II videos and other nautical videos)
In January 2026, The Royal Caribbean cruise line is celebrating the fact that the world’s biggest cruise ship is two year old. The Icon of the Seas’ maiden voyage took place on January 27, 2024, departing from the Port of Miami, Florida, USA. Over 120,000 families sailed onboard the 5,610-passenger ship during the timeframe. It’s almost … More ‘Icon of the Seas’ vs Titanic
in 2002, I was lucky enough to take a winter transatlantic crossing onboard the legendary QE2, towards the end of her career. However, not all aspects of the experience were great and there was a North Atlantic storm too. You can read my review below. The QE2 retired in 2008 and eventually became a floating … More Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth II Ocean Liner
Apart from “when”, the other big mystery is “where will Clive Palmer’s replica Titanic be built”? Originally, at the start of the project, Mr. Palmer said “China”, but later he said “Europe”. However, there are other options. Below are a number of speculative videos. Enjoy! Malcolm Or Or Or Or Question: Where do you think … More Which Shipyard Will Build Titanic II?
The ill fated RMS Titanic has sat at the bottom of the Atlantic for over one hundred years. Not surprisingly, it is rusting away at an increasing rate. Sadly, there will be nothing left soon. Please see the video below, which provides a comparison between the wreck then and now. Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel … More Rusting Titanic Will Soon Disappear Forever
Titanic II’s design is, of course, based on a 1912 ocean liner. However, she will not have coal fired steam boilers. She will have a modern propulsion system, including Azipods. Watch on for details.. Malcolm The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (Hundreds of Titanic II and other nautical videos)
The SS United States Conservancy owns an extensive collection of ship artefacts, fixtures, furnishings, vintage audio-visual material, and archival documentation that tell the story of the SS United States and situate America’s Flagship in its cultural and historical context. For over a decade, the Conservancy has advanced plans for a future museum to house its … More The SS United States Ocean Liner Museum
Did you know that Clive Palmer was a “Petrol Head”? The Somerset region will be home to Australia’s biggest car museum, after the council approved a development application by controversial businessman Clive Palmer. The former politician in June abandoned plans to build a huge vintage car and motorcycle museum on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. However, Somerset … More Palmer’s $100m Car Museum: Construction Begins
Many of us dream about the idea of cruising onboard the Titanic. Titanic II will fulfil that dream. However, how much will the fare be, when she enters service in 2027? Could we even afford to go on the maiden crossing to New York? Please see the videos below. Malcolm (Below) Ticket Auction: . The … More Titanic II: How Much Will The Fare Be?
I was lucky enough to first cruise onboard Cunard’s ‘Queen Mary 2’ in 2004, in her maiden season. I always wanted to cruise on her again, but time just slipped through my fingers like sand. However, I finally did in June 2024 – twenty years later! The Queen Mary 2 is not just a regular … More Queen Mary 2: The Only Modern Ocean Liner
Rolling Stone, March 2024, By Miles KLee Billionaire Says His Long-Delayed ‘Titanic II’ Ship Will Be Antidote to ‘Woke’ Politics Full Clive Palmer ‘Rolling Stone’ interview – HERE Malcolm . The WaterWorld YouTube channel – HERE (Including hundreds of Titanic II, Clive Palmer and other nautical videos)
Blue Star Line chairman Clive Palmer announced today the appointment of V.Ships Leisure as the official ship management services partner for Titanic II. “As one of the world’s largest suppliers of management and outsourcing services to the maritime leisure industry, it is a delight to have them on board for this historic project.”, Mr Palmer … More ‘V.Ships Leisure’ On-board For Titanic II
Blue Star Line chairman Clive Palmer announced today that leading international marine classification society, Lloyd’s Register, had committed to the Titanic II project. “We are very pleased to announce that Lloyd’s Register will once again be working on Titanic II, joining a strong global team bringing the magnificent replica ship to life”. “Blue Star Line … More Lloyd’s Register Commits To Titanic II
In 2013 Clive Palmer announced his Titanic II project in New York and London, by holding lavish press conferences. Below are the official ‘Blue Star Line’ Titanic II launch videos. Below are Clive Palmer’s original 2013 Titanic II ‘Global Launch’ press conferences: Below: New York, 2013 (Parts 1) Below: New York ( Part 2) Below: … More Titanic II – The Ship Where Dreams Will Come True
Blue Star Line is pleased to announce that world leading marine architecture and interior design company Tillberg Design of Sweden will once again be working on Titanic II. Blue Star Line Chairman Clive Palmer, said Tillberg was the perfect choice to bring the grand vision of Titanic II to life. “We are very fortunate to … More Tillberg Design To Recommence Work On Titanic II
Global ship design firm Deltamarin onboard for Titanic II Blue Star Line chairman Clive Palmer announced today that Finnish-based ship design and marine engineering company Deltamarin had committed to the Titanic II project. “We are delighted to announce that Deltamarin – one of the world’s leading ship design companies – will once again be working … More Titanic II: Deltamarin Onboard Again
Blue Star Line Chairman Clive Palmer has announced the appointment of legal and business executive Baljeet Singh as Global Project Director of Titanic II. A qualified lawyer, Ms Singh already has extensive experience with Titanic II, serving as the project’s director with Blue Star Line from 2012 to 2015. Her past work on the project … More Titanic II Global Director Appointed
Australian Billionaire, Clive Palmer, has resurrected his plan to build a replica of the ill-fated Titanic several times now. This article refers to the first “resurrection”. Mr Palmer, released a statement in September 2018, as chairman of Blue Star Line, saying the company had recommenced work to build Titanic II to operate on the London … More Titanic ll European Chief Appointed
Text: Blue Star Line, April 2024: Clive Palmer’s vision is to not only build a ship, but rebuild a legend that has captivated millions of people for over a century. Central to this vision is an authentic passenger experience that recreates life aboard the most famous passenger liner in history. In 2012, the year of … More The Blue Star Line
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