D42/C3/2/1/1 - Merger of Cunard and White Star Lines - 17 Jun 1930-10 Jun 1937
In 1933 White Star and Cunard were both in serious financial difficulties because of the Great Depression, falling passenger numbers and the advanced age of their fleets. The merger between the two companies took place on 10 May 1934, creating Cunard White Star Limited. White Star contributed 10 shi...
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| Physical Description: | 5 bundles. |
| Summary: | In 1933 White Star and Cunard were both in serious financial difficulties because of the Great Depression, falling passenger numbers and the advanced age of their fleets. The merger between the two companies took place on 10 May 1934, creating Cunard White Star Limited. White Star contributed 10 ships to the new company while Cunard contributed 15. In 1947 Cunard acquired the 38% of Cunard White Star it did not already own, and on 31 December 1949 it acquired Cunard White Star's assets and operations, and reverted to using the name "Cunard."Files detailing negotiations between Cunard and White Star prior to their merge. Files also outline White Star fleet and financial information, presumably being examined by Sir Percy. |
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| Date: | 17 Jun 1930-10 Jun 1937 |
| Reference Number: | D42/C3/2/1/1 |