Scotland has a large chemicals industry which is supported by a well-established network of public, private and academic organisations.

The 150-plus companies with a combined annual turnover of £3.4billion receive support from a number of industry groups established to promote growth in the Scottish chemicals industry.

There are also four universities which have received 5 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) ratings in both chemical science and engineering disciplines which produce approximately 1000 graduates per annum. In addition, further education colleges produce a high calibre of technical staff and ongoing professional training for chemicals professionals in Scotland.

Business premises and development

Scotland is an enterprising country geared towards business growth in all sectors. Development agencies can assist by matching your requirements with existing funding sources and high-quality office, laboratory and factory facilities can be found across the country.

• Earls Gate Park, Grangemouth
  Expand or relocate your business to the new development at Earls Gate Park and you will benefit from one of the best strategic locations in Scotland.
•  Grangemouth Technology Park (PDF, 321kb)
  Grangemouth Technology Park is a high-tech research and development facility. It provides cutting-edge business space for companies involved in chemical bio-science and small scale production.