An Australian millionaire,Clive Palmer, is building a 'replica' of the ill-fated Titanic called "Titanic II.

Titanic II is set to launch in less than two years.

The ship will be about four metres wider than the original, to meet current regulations.It will carry enough lifeboats for every passenger and its hull will be welded, not riveted, just in case it comes across a rogue iceberg.

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