Liverpool in Merseyside, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Oceanic Navigation Steam Company
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 13, 2026
1. The Oceanic Navigation Steam Company Marker
Founded 1869
The Oceanic Navigation Steam Company
Founded by T. H. Ismay
Erected by UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1869.
Location. 53° 24.28′ N, 2° 59.532′ W. Marker is in Liverpool, England, in Merseyside. It is on James Street east of The Strand, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 30 James Street, Liverpool, England L2 7PQ, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in North West England. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Albion House (here, next to this marker); Seven Royal Ships Named After the City of Liverpool (within
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Also see . . . White Star Line (Wikipedia).
On 18 January 1868, Thomas Ismay, a director of the National Line, purchased the house flag, trade name and goodwill of the bankrupt company for £1,000 (approximately equivalent to £123,600 in 2024), with the intention of operating large steamships on the North Atlantic service between Liverpool and New York. Ismay established the company's headquarters at Albion House, Liverpool.(Submitted on October 12, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)
Additional keywords. black plaque
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 13, 2026
2. The Oceanic Navigation Steam Company Marker
The marker is located on the door of the Albion House, now a hotel.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 12, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 11, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1. submitted on October 11, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. 2. submitted on October 12, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
