Investment & relocation

As the scale of our project grows, more opportunities for future development are emerging on a regular basis. This makes the waterfront a dynamic and exciting place for businesses to consider relocating. Already around £2bn has been invested in the area, mainly from the private sector. The total value of investment between 2003 and 2025 is estimated at around £5 - 6 billion.

Location

Both sides of the River Clyde are being transformed to provide strong development and investment opportunities.

Skills and workforce

As many as 50,000 new jobs could be created in the Clyde Waterfront area as a result of the regeneration.

Inward investment assistance

Inward investment assistance is available to companies considering Clyde Waterfront as their new home.

Business relocation support

Business support initiatives can help companies relocate along the river and benefit from the regeneration taking place.

Tourism opportunities

The target in Glasgow is to see 80% growth in tourism business. New hotels are an important element in the Clyde Waterfront area.

Connectivity

Connections to the Clyde Waterfront area and along the river are developing as regeneration takes hold.

Infrastructure

Regeneration of the River Clyde and the wider economy relies fundamentally on our transport infrastructure, and on maintaining and improving rail, road and air networks.

Facts & figures

Major investment has already taken place in the area, with extensive development work planned in the near future.

Clyde Waterfront is a strategic partnership comprising the Scottish Government, Scottish Enterprise, Glasgow City, Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire Councils. Its purpose is to promote the economic, social and environmental regeneration of 13 miles of the River Clyde from Glasgow city centre to Dumbarton.