en.Wedoany.com Reported - Clyde Gateway's innovation programme has recently marked two key milestones: the launch of a strategic partner recruitment for Shawfield Phase One, and the official groundbreaking of the XWORKS project in Dalmarnock. The programme aims to provide modern, flexible industrial and mid-tech space for high-growth sectors such as advanced manufacturing, technology, and R&D.

At the Glasgow stand during UKREiiF in Leeds, Clyde Gateway announced the partner recruitment plan for Shawfield Phase One. The first phase will deliver a significant volume of innovation-led industrial space, designed to strengthen Shawfield's position as a national hub for advanced manufacturing and technology. This builds on nearly two decades of achievements, during which Clyde Gateway has attracted over £1.5 billion in inward investment and supported over £100 million in projects currently under construction.

The wider Clyde Gateway Innovation Programme already includes successful projects like EastWorks, a campus home to a cluster of high-growth tenants including Simera Sense, Utopi, HyImpulse, and Acumen Cyber. Future phases will provide more flexible, future-proofed space through projects such as XWORKS and Red Tree Labs.

Clyde Gateway Chief Executive Martin McKay said this launch marks "a significant moment in the Clyde Gateway Innovation Programme and Glasgow's wider investment narrative," adding that the organisation is seeking a partner who "shares our commitment to innovation-led growth and long-term placemaking." Steven Hendry, Senior Director at CBRE, described Shawfield Phase One as "a compelling investment proposition," supported by a credible track record and a strong project pipeline. Alisdair Gunn, Director of Glasgow City Innovation District, commented that the programme "represents an important extension of Glasgow's wider innovation ecosystem."

This follows a visit by Scotland's First Minister John Swinney to Dalmarnock, where he attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the XWORKS project. Located at Dalmarnock Cross, the 29,432 sq ft development will provide high-value manufacturing space and supporting offices, designed to meet the demand from start-ups and growing companies for smaller, energy-efficient, and adaptable industrial space. The project is expected to support up to 150 jobs upon completion.

The XWORKS project is jointly funded by the UK Government (via Glasgow City Region), Scottish Enterprise, and the Scottish Government (via Glasgow City Council's Vacant and Derelict Land Fund), delivered by Clyde Gateway, designed by Stallan Brand, constructed by Heron Bros, and marketed by Ryden. Completion is anticipated in early 2027.

First Minister John Swinney stated that the project demonstrates "the importance of public and private investment working in synergy to boost economic growth." Martin McKay noted that the transformation of Dalmarnock is already visible, with EastWorks fully let and new housing delivered. "This is a prime location to attract high-value manufacturing businesses and bring more high-wage jobs to Dalmarnock," he said.

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