Glasgow city planners have given the go-ahead for a state-of-the-art Technology and Innovation Centre at the University of Strathclyde that will create jobs and attract inward investment.
Academics and partners from industry and business will come together at the Technology and Innovation Centre to develop solutions to challenges which are central to economic regeneration and to address key technological challenges faced by society.
Professor Jim McDonald, Principal of the University of Strathclyde, said:
“Today’s news marks an important milestone in a development which will reinforce our position as a leading international technological university, attract major inward investment to the city, create jobs and help businesses compete on the world stage. This will also enhance the educational experience and opportunities for our undergraduate and postgraduate students.”
The centre will be the first of its kind in Europe and will become the cornerstone of the International Technology and Renewable Energy Zone (ITREZ) – Scotland’s hub for global green energy developments.
The contract to build the landmark building on George Street has now gone out to tender. Advance work to prepare the Merchant City site will begin early next month.
The Technology and Innovation Centre is due to open for business in 2014.
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