Glen Line Ltd
Organization
Biography
The Glen Line was a British shipping line operating primarily between the United Kingdom and the Far East. The company originated in the 1850s with the shipping operations of the Gow and McGregor families of Glasgow. It was incorporated as the Glen Line Ltd in 1910, and amalgamated with the Shire Line in 1920. It was acquired by Alfred Holt & Co. in 1935, and formed Ben-Ocean Services with the Ben Line in 1974. The last of its own ships was sold in 1978.
Found in 8 Collections and/or Records:
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Correspondence re Glen Line Ltd, 1930-1941
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/3/2/15
Scope and Contents
Correspondence and related papers regarding the Glen Line Ltd of London (Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd were the representatives of the Glen Line's steamers in China).
Dates:
1930-1941
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Glen Line Ltd, 1 Jan. 1964-31 Dec. 1965
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/J11/1/34/4
Scope and Contents
The ring-binder is labelled '1964/1965 Semi-official Shipping: Glen Line Limited' and numbered 4. It is divided into three sections:1. General: correspondence between Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, and Matheson & Co. Ltd, London; correspondence between Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, and other correspondents, including Glen Line Ltd, London; and other papers, 1 January 1964-8 November 1965.2. From McNeill: letters and a few cables and telex from W.H. McNeill, Glen Line...
Dates:
1 Jan. 1964-31 Dec. 1965
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Glen Line Ltd, 1946-1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/133
Scope and Contents
Copies of correspondence between Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd, and Glen Line Ltd, London, with related letters and papers.
Dates:
1946-1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Glen Line Ltd, 1947-1972
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/134
Scope and Contents
Copies of correspondence of Matheson & Co. Ltd with and regarding Glen Line Ltd, with related letters and papers.
Dates:
1947-1972
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re Glen Line Ltd complaints, 20 July 1949-14 Aug. 1950
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/4/1/135
Scope and Contents
Copies of correspondence of Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, with Jardine Matheson, Shanghai, and Glen Line Ltd, London. There is also an extract from semi-official letter no. 114 from Jardine Matheson, Taipei, to Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, 20 July 1949; a copy of semi-official letter no. 554 from Matheson & Co. Ltd, London, to Jardine Matheson, Hong Kong, 4 November 1949; and a memorandum to J.H. Keswick on 'Glen/Blue Funnel Line - Casablanca Tea', Shanghai, 14 July 1950. The ring-binder...
Dates:
20 July 1949-14 Aug. 1950
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence re ocean shipping, 1940-1955 (mainly 1945-1955)
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/J11/1/19
Scope and Contents
Correspondence regarding Jardine, Matheson & Co. Ltd's involvement in ocean shipping. The series covers a wide range of subjects, including the Australia China Line Ltd, Glen Line Ltd, Lowland Tanker Co. Ltd, Pacific Transport Lines Inc. and Prince Line Ltd.
Dates:
1940-1955 (mainly 1945-1955)
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Correspondence with Glen Line Ltd, 1932-1944
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I21/2/2/14
Scope and Contents
Correspondence between Matheson & Co. Ltd and Glen Line Ltd, with related letters and papers.
Dates:
1932-1944
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.
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Papers of Glen Line Ltd, 1920-1921
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS JM/I7
Scope and Contents
Three numbered documents regarding the constitution of Glen Line Ltd, London:1. Summary of the company, including share details, 15 March 1920.2. Notice of an Extraordinary General Meeting of the company at 1 East India Avenue, London, on 13 March 1920, for the purpose of considering a resolution to increase the capital of the company to £5,000,000, signed by W.R. James, Secretary, 19 March 1920.3. Note on mortgages and charges by limited companies,...
Dates:
1920-1921
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Access to the collection is subject to special conditions and is at the discretion of Matheson and Co. Ltd, part of the Jardine Matheson Group. A statement of the conditions and an application form are available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. Printed copies of the form are available by post (please contact the University Library). An electronic version can also be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/files/jm_application_form_2024_02.pdf.
Records described in the catalogue as being in a bad condition are in a fragile state that precludes them being made available to readers.
Access is generally available to documents dated up to 1969. Access to some earlier records may be restricted under the terms of the Data Protection Act, 1998.