Glasgow Riverside Innovation District offers a high-quality, multi-layered urban environment to attract a skilled workforce, with excellent transport links connecting it to the city, the wider region, and to the UK and internationally.
GRID is backed by vast research resources and supportive government policies, and is guided by a mission to create impact for society, locally and globally, by innovating new technology for the benefit of everyone.
The deep-rooted communities who live within GRID are some of Scotland's hardest-pressed economically and socially and set GRID apart from many other innovation districts by fixing the attention of the nation's health and public policy makers and reseachers.
GRID will be a testbed for new research and ideas - as designated by the Scottish Government with GRID Discovery status - but it will also be a vibrant place to live and work for a new generation of Glasgow engineers intent on bringing benefit to the city and the world.
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Research and Knowledge
The University of Glasgow is a leading global research and development institution with major expertise and resource at the heart of GRID.
GRID living
Culturally vibrant and diverse, GRID offers a high-quality experience with its rich heritage, arts scene, and greenspaces, making it an attractive location for skilled workers and engaged communities.
Who's already here?
From innovation and cultural assets, to companies and projects who are working with GRID, you can explore what the innovation district has to offer with this interactive map.
Investment sites
From the historic campus of the University of Glasgow to the sites of former heavy industry on the Clyde, land and buildings are being repurposed and re-invented for new industries.
Innovation Ecosystem
GRID is home to a dynamic network of interconnected players and processes that foster the development and growth of innovative technologies, products, and services.
Key Clusters
Key clusters in innovation districts refer to concentrated groups of interconnected companies, specialised suppliers, service providers, and associated institutions in a particular field that are geographically close.
Innovation Accelerator
Six projects at the University of Glasgow are among 11 projects from across the Glasgow City Region that received a share of £100 million in funding from the UK Government.
Investment Zone
Glasgow City Region is one of two areas to host the first Investment Zones in Scotland - areas which will draw on existing partnerships to amplify key clusters in the burgeoning innovation economy.