Titanic boost for Carrick firm

A CARRICK company specialising in Titanic themed souvenirs is expected to announce a break through in the lucrative American market later this week.

It is understood White Star Momentos will reveal details of a major supply contract with an international partner.

The anticipated announcement by the family run firm, which has already developed substantial business in the UK and Republic of Ireland, will provide a welcome boost to the local economy.

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It will also serve as a fillip for the brothers behind the venture, Ed and Stephen Larkin, as their interest in the project is as much historic as commercial.

Keen to protect and promote the Northern Ireland link with the ill-fated vessel, among their stated aims is “to bring clear factual information to the public on all things `White Star`”.

They are also involved with the drive to restore the White Star Line tender S.S. Nomadic.