Today marks an exciting new chapter for Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP) and the wider Dundee community.
We’re pleased to share that Wilkie, a 160-year-old Scottish family-owned technical textile company, is partnering with Scottish Enterprise to lead MSIP into our next phase of innovation and growth.
This transformative partnership brings with it the potential for up to 600 new jobs and an estimated £50 million investment in cutting-edge infrastructure, technology, and R&D.
Wilkie’s relocation to MSIP from its historic Kirriemuir home is a strategic move that sets the stage for growth while reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, advanced manufacturing, and the communities it serves.
Our commitment to sustainable innovation through the delivery of a successful innovation programme, supporting those located at MSIP to grow, and providing value to our partners, remains unchanged.
Key Highlights:
Wilkie becomes the majority shareholder of MSIP alongside Scottish Enterprise.
Wilkies move to the Innovation Parc brings jobs and investment to MSIP.
Wilkies is committed to working with Kirriemuir residents and employees to ensure a positive and thoughtful transition.
This partnership demonstrates the power of collaboration, with support from the The Scottish Government, Dundee City Council, and Michelin. Together, we’re driving a shared vision of Dundee as a global hub for innovation, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability.
We are proud to continue to deliver on the legacy that remains from Michelin with this new opportunity and are confident that we will continue to build a bright future for generations to come.
Greig Coull, CEO, MSIP said: “I am delighted that Wilkie has brought its large-scale manufacturing ambition to the site, as the majority shareholder in this next chapter of MSIP. Their leadership and deep-rooted commitment to innovation, sustainability, and growth will continue our mission to drive forward decarbonisation and advanced manufacturing. With Wilkie as the majority shareholder, this partnership, supported by our invaluable collaborators, including Scottish Enterprise and the Scottish Government, marks a transformative step forward for Dundee and the region. The future looks bright, creating lasting economic, environmental, and social impact.
Read our full press release here - https://lnkd.in/ecYQuQbc
Hamish Rowan John Reid
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3moVery interesting 🧐 It would be most interesting to see if it’s possible to make real seaworthy storm gear out of wool. What Luna Rossa wore for real during AC37 was never presented as far as I know but hidden in obscurity.