Could an ocean liner replica of Titanic be navigating waterways by 2022?

Brisbane, AUS.—In 2012 when rumors started flying about the construction of Titanic II, a replica of the “unsinkable” ship that was immortalized in an Academy Award sweeping film of the same name starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, a few clichéd sayings probably came to mind. “Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it,” may have been on the tips of tongues worldwide. However, the result of Titanic’s maiden voyage does not seem to affect Australian businessman Clive Palmer’s plans to unveil the replica, which could be on waters as early as 2022. In a report by MSN, Palmer said Titanic II will follow the original journey, taking passengers from Southampton, England to New York, but would also navigate other areas of the world. Estimated cost is $500 million, and the ship will hold 2,400 passengers and 900 crew members. Palmer also stated that some elements would be carried over from Titanic, such as the luxurious vintage feel and same cabin layout, but would be updated with the latest navigational technology available in the 21st century. According to a post on deltamarin.com, Deltamarin’s official website, work on Titanic II has already been underway. Janne Uotila, Managing Director at Deltamarin,...