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Tyne Tees Steam Shipping Company

British shipping company

The Tyne Tees Steam Shipping Company was a British shipping company that operated steam-powered maritime services within the United Kingdom from 1903 to 1943. Established in the early 20th century, the company primarily facilitated cargo and passenger transport along the River Tyne, River Tees, and adjacent coastal routes.² Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1904Founded¹

Industryfreight transport¹
HeadquartersNewcastle upon Tyne¹

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Tyne Tees Steam Shipping Company Flag 1 — Photo: This SVG flag includes elements from this coat of arms :, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons³

The Tyne Tees Steam Shipping Company was a British shipping company that operated steam-powered maritime services within the United Kingdom from 1903 to 1943. Established in the early 20th century, the company primarily facilitated cargo and passenger transport along the River Tyne, River Tees, and adjacent coastal routes.²

Timeline

1943Dissolved Dissolved¹
1904Founded Founded¹

Links

WikipediaTyne Tees Steam Shipping Company
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WikidataQ17019551

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WikidataTyne Tees Steam Shipping Company on Wikidata
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WikipediaTyne Tees Steam Shipping Company on Wikipedia
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Wikimedia CommonsTyne Tees Steam Shipping Company photo by This SVG flag includes elements from this coat of arms :, CC BY-SA 4.0