Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed the first £30 million of investment in a transformative £1.13 billion city and region deal.
More than £14 million is earmarked for a planned expansion of the quayside and construction of a visitor facility by Inverclyde Council and terminal owners Peel Ports.
As part of the city deal, a £9.4 million renewables hub at Inchgreen dry-dock is also being considered. Inchgreen dry-dock covers 31 acres (125,000sq m) with a potential to expend to 50 acres (202,000 sq m) and is identified as a site that could serve the offshore renewables industry.
The Glasgow and Clyde Valley City Deal is backed by £500 million each from the UK and Scottish governments, with eight Glasgow and Clyde Valley councils contributing a further £130 million.
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