Amidst the ongoing discourse surrounding shipbuilding prospects in Limerick, a definitive decision has emerged from the renowned firm Messrs. Yarrow. The outcome underscores the necessity for relocation, placing their shipbuilding operations on either the Tyne or the Clyde, both established maritime hubs boasting abundant skilled labour and streamlined material accessibility.

The verdict was relayed by Mr Yarrow himself to a delegation representing the Newport (Mon.) Corporation. This pronounced shift away from Limerick’s shipbuilding scene represents a pivotal moment, indicating the direction that major industry players are charting in light of factors such as labour availability and resource logistics.

Limerick Echo – Tuesday 21 November 1905