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P&O History

Take a voyage with us as we travel back through time to reveal the fascinating story of P&O. From the Victorian age of steam, innovation and empire, through two World Wars, to a brave Elizabethan era of modernity and change, P&O has played a vital part in maritime history.

Delve into the decades in detail, glance through our galleries and enjoy excerpts from our film collection.

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Documents from the P&O Archive

P&O Archive

Search our online database of nearly 2,500 ships.

Our Family History research guides will point you in the right direction and help you on your way.

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Bow view of the ORSOVA

Shipping Companies

P&O acquired many shipping lines worldwide - find out more about some of them in our Shipping Company Histories.

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