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Titanic Reimagined: 950 Drones Light Up Belfast Sky
2 Apr
Summary
- Nearly 1,000 drones recreated the RMS Titanic in Belfast harbour.
- The drone display took place on Monday, March 30, 2026.
- The event marks the launch of the BBC's Made Of Here campaign.
A stunning recreation of the RMS Titanic, using nearly 1,000 drones, lit up the Belfast harbour. This remarkable spectacle marked the launch of the BBC's Made Of Here campaign in Northern Ireland.
The event involved a flotilla of 950 drones that formed the iconic ship. This drone activation took place on Monday, March 30, 2026. It was produced by the BBC NI Creative team.
Audiences can witness this impressive display as part of a special Made Of Here film. It will be broadcast on BBC One Northern Ireland and BBC Two Northern Ireland on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 8 PM. This timing intentionally mirrors the departure of the actual Titanic from Belfast in 1912. Additionally, parts of the production will be shared across social media and YouTube.
