As Scotland’s largest manufacturing cluster, Grangemouth is at the forefront of the shift to low-carbon technologies. Backed by significant government investment and industry partnerships, the site is developing projects in clean hydrogen, recycling, and green chemicals – creating jobs and reducing emissions for a sustainable future.
Grangemouth
Project description
Grangemouth is transforming into a world-leading centre for sustainable chemicals and clean energy. Backed by over £300 million of public sector investment, this transition offers investors a unique opportunity to be part of a globally competitive industrial cluster driving the UK’s net zero future.
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Finer details
Project Willow, a feasibility study on Grangemouth’s future, carried out by Ernst and Young on behalf of the Scottish and UK Governments, estimated that some £3.5 billion in investment will be needed to deliver on the full potential of Grangemouth. This will be required to support both large scale commercially led industrial projects as well as to unlock key infrastructure upgrades and investments.
The Scottish Government, UK Government, and Scottish Enterprise are working together to create a cohesive cluster strategy and attract investment and have already identified a number of potential new projects. However, significant additional capital is needed to leverage the full value of the site.
Scottish Enterprise is working closely with the main landowners across the cluster – PetroIneos, Ineos, and Calachem.
Grangemouth’s transformation is anchored by the Grangemouth Industrial Just Transition Plan and Project Willow, which identified nine major projects across three focus areas:
- Circular Economy and Waste Valorisation: Hydrothermal upgrading, chemical plastics recycling, and biorefining
- Bio-feedstocks and Sustainable Fuels: Second-generation bioethanol, biomethane, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production
- Offshore Wind and Hydrogen: Fuel-switching solutions, low-carbon shipping fuels, and clean hydrogen infrastructure
Last updated: 24 November 2025
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Opportunity summary
With the right investment, Grangemouth can become the powerhouse of Scotland's energy transition.
Reasons to invest:
- Strategic Location: Excellent road, rail, and port infrastructure, with a 2.3 million-strong talent pool within an hour’s commute.
- Green Freeport Benefits: Tax and customs incentives, streamlined planning, and enhanced capital allowances through the Forth Green Freeport.
- Government Backing: £200 million UK National Wealth Fund, £25 million Scottish Government Just Transition Fund, and £100 million Growth Deal investment.
Partners
Scottish Enterprise plays a central role in supporting Grangemouth’s transition into a net zero, globally competitive hub. Its involvement spans strategic planning, direct funding, and investment attraction.
The Scottish Government works closely with international investors and local partners to deliver opportunities that drive sustainable development, innovation, and inclusive growth across the nation.
Their support for Grangemouth spans policy leadership, funding, skills development, and governance.
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