Is Coalport still connected with Wedgwood?

Coalport’s corporate ownership shifted across the 1900s. One historical summary mentions Coalport being bought by Wedgwood in 1967, following earlier ownership changes and factory moves. Another reference on Wedgwood acquisitions lists Coalport China Ltd among late-1960s purchases. Such links matter for backstamps, since later Coalport-branded wares can reflect group production and relocations rather than the original Shropshire works. Collectors often separate “Shropshire Coalport” from later “brand Coalport,” even though both may be authentic under the name. If your goal is early Coalport, focus on period-appropriate marks and forms rather than the brand name alone.