The story
Founded by Thomas Barton and William Barton.1
Private company
Barton, Irlam and Higginson
Liverpool firm
Barton, Irlam and Higginson, earlier Barton & Co, was a noted Liverpool firm of shipowners specializing in the trade with Barbados in the first half of the 19th century. The three partners were William Barton, George Irlam, and John Higginson.2 It ceased to exist in 1847.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
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Barton, Irlam and Higginson, earlier Barton & Co, was a noted Liverpool firm of shipowners specializing in the trade with Barbados in the first half of the 19th century. The three partners were William Barton, George Irlam, and John Higginson.2
Leadership
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- FounderThomas Barton1
- FounderWilliam Barton1
Products and brands
- cotton
- sugar
Listed on Wikidata.1
Timeline
- Nov 13, 1847Dissolved Dissolved1
Links
- WikipediaBarton, Irlam and Higginson
- WikidataQ54817746
Sources
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