Invest Glasgow

Glasgow has once again been named in fDi Intelligence's European Cities and Regions of the Future as the 2025 rankings were announced earlier today. The flagship research assesses the attractiveness of cities and regions for foreign direct investment (FDI), with a data-driven ranking of locations against peers with similar population sizes. After topping the category last year, Glasgow maintains a top 3 position for FDI Strategy ahead of Leeds, Dusseldorf, Torino, and Krakow and also placed 8th for Connectivity. Glasgow’s results, of course, sit against the backdrop of Scotland; which also performed well in the Large Regions category placing 7th overall (8th for economic potential, 9th for human capital and lifestyle, 5th for connectivity and 10th for business friendliness). For more insights and intelligence: https://ow.ly/h9Gu50UZssr

For the past 6 months, we've been working with CivTech Scotland and The Data Lab - Innovation Centre to tackle a big challenge: How can technology help us better understand the supply & demand of digital economy skills at the regional level - both today and in the future? As part of Scottish Government’s govtech programme, we are delighted to team up with Talent Engine on the development of an innovative technology platform to provide detailed insights for more informed decision-making around workforce planning, talent acquisition and strategic growth.

Working with our partners Scottish Enterprise, we're delighted to support ESG360° as they announce their intention to invest in their Glasgow operations, creating more than 30 high-value jobs over the next three years and reinforcing the city’s reputation as a hub for innovation and sustainability-focused businesses. Anj Chadha, founder and CEO of ESG360° describes Glasgow as "the ideal location for our next phase of growth." Full details here: https://ow.ly/SwLm50UXxgA

🔥FEATURED PROPERTY: 2 ATLANTIC SQUARE Located in the heart of the IFSD Glasgow, TWO Atlantic Square is 96,650 ft2 of Grade A/EPC A accommodation in a modern, sustainable office block. In addition to office, there are opportunities for retail and food & beverage on the ground floor. Though less than 5 years old, 2 Atlantic Square is already building a real sense of community in a bustling and central location. 🔍 Discover this property and more: https://ow.ly/f7Ni50UWYBy JLL | RYDEN LLP | CBRE | #Glasgow | #commercialproperty | #retail | #office

ICYMI. Our January Blog - Glasgow: City of Lifelong Learning This is the first in our series celebrating Glasgow 850! Each month we're taking a look at a new theme and getting to the heart of what makes Glasgow tick. Check out the first instalment on lifelong learning, as we explore the many ways, and the different institutions, behind Glasgow’s drive to nurture growth and opportunity for everyone. And key an eye out for February's blog coming soon... https://lnkd.in/ePryzHvj

To celebrate our news on piloting the area of Govanhill for the next phase of the Net Zero Neighbourhood model, 3Ci invited senior leadership from banks, consultancies, engineering firms and the public sector for a guided visit around the Govanhill area by Glasgow City Council! Beginning the day at Glasgow City Chambers, we heard from the Chief Executive Susanne Millar as well as Mary Kerr CMgr MCMI and Gavin Slater on the specific investment opportunity in Govanhill. We then visited the Glasgow Recycling and Renewable Energy Centre (GRREC), which powers 26,000+ homes and has the potential to heat homes and businesses in the area using energy produced from waste, and toured the Govanhill area. Our day concluded with a roundtable hosted at Barclays' state-of-the-art Glasgow campus where Councillor Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council and Steve Turner, Director of 3Ci led a fascinating roundtable delving into the specific challenges and opportunities for advancing the Net Zero agenda in city regions. A heartfelt thank you to the whole team at Glasgow City Council for their long-standing commitment to 3Ci's work and to advancing city decarbonisation. A special thank you to Barclays for hosting us for such an informative session! And to all the attendees who joined us for the day. Find out more about our latest Net Zero Neighbourhood work: https://lnkd.in/ewjqmVtv

Leader of Glasgow City Council, Councillor Susan Aitken, will be welcomed to the Connected Places Summit on 19-20 March 2025. Susan will join the panel 'Private investors and the public sector Net Zero opportunity,' exploring how cities can build an appealing case for private climate finance, as well as what needs to be done next to achieve progress. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eW6V2k7k 📍 London #CPSummit25 #Cities #Transport #PlaceLeadership #Technology #Innovation

🚀 Happy New Year, Glasgow! The January edition of the Business Glasgow Newsletter is here to kickstart 2025! 🎉 In this issue, we’re diving into Glasgow's exciting 850th birthday celebrations, sharing key insights from December's State of the City Economy conference, and giving you a sneak peek at our upcoming Employer Engagement Event in March. Plus, check out inspiring case studies from local businesses featured by FoSho STUDIOS, highlighting their experiences with the Extend Plus Programme. Don’t miss out—register now for the newsletter and stay updated on all things business in Glasgow! ✨📩👇https://ow.ly/OUJx50UR6o9

Glasgow's reputation stems from its role as one of the world’s first industrial and heavy engineering centres that earned the city the title of “workshop of the world”. We are Clydebuilt.

Welcome to the Glasgow 850 Blog: Celebrating 850 Years of Innovation, Culture, and Community! 💡 2025 marks a monumental milestone in Glasgow’s rich history – its 850th birthday. To commemorate this remarkable anniversary, we are excited to launch the Glasgow 850 blog, where we’ll bring you fresh insights, stories, and updates every month throughout the year. With each monthly theme, we’ll highlight 8.5 things to know, showcasing the key facts and hidden gems that make Glasgow one of the most exciting cities to live, work, and invest in. Each blog will explore key themes that highlight the city’s dynamic economy, thriving business landscape, diverse cultural heritage, and much more. As part of the year-long celebrations, we will dive into topics like innovation, investment, the people and personalities who shape Glasgow. Stay tuned for updates, as we journey through Glasgow’s past, present, and future, and discover how this vibrant city continues to evolve – celebrating 850 years of growth, innovation, and that world famous ‘people make Glasgow’ spirit. Our first blog kicks off with a look at Glasgow as the ‘City of Lifelong Learning’, following its recent recognition by UNESCO. As we celebrate this recognition, we’ll explore the many ways, and the different institutions, behind Glasgow’s drive to nurture growth and opportunity for everyone. Keep reading: https://ow.ly/1RyH50UQv7P