Private company

Sir James Laing and Sons

Sir James Laing and Sons is a shipbuilding company based in Sunderland, founded in 1793.¹ It ceased to exist in 1985.¹

Das Schiffbauunternehmen Sir James Laing and Sons, kurz oft Laings, aus Sunderland bestand von 1793 bis 1985.² From the German Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1793Founded¹

Industryshipbuilding¹
HeadquartersSunderland, United Kingdom¹

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Shipyard of Sir James Laing and Sons, Sunderland (19693845050) — Photo: Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons³

Timeline

1985Dissolved Dissolved¹
1793Founded Founded¹

Sources

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WikidataSir James Laing and Sons on Wikidata
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WikipediaSir James Laing and Sons on the German Wikipedia
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Wikimedia CommonsSir James Laing and Sons photo by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums, No restrictions

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