News
Latest developments and announcements about projects, partners and direction within GRID.
New murals look out over Govan
The works by internationally-acclaimed artists Jay Kaes and Gera1 are the latest additions to Yardworks GRID, a growing open-air gallery in Glasgow’s Riverside Innovation District.
Innovation Accelerator extension welcomed
The pilot programme has invested £100m to date in high-potential innovation clusters across three UK regions and an additional £30m in funding will build on regional cluster strengths to drive economic growth and technological advancement.
Govan’s hidden gems feature in new bus tour
The inclusion of The Govan Stones and Fairfield Museum in City Sightseeing Glasgow’s yellow route is a great opportunity for visitors to delve into Govan’s rich heritage.
Clyde Hydrogen makes technology breakthrough
The milestone marks an important stage in the development of a commercially-viable system for its decoupled electrolysis hydrogen production process.
SOLASTA Bio passes milestones on road to market
Company receives its first patent grant while also securing a favourable biochemical-like classification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its lead peptide candidates.
University appoints Entrepreneur in Residence
Russell Dalgleish, chair of the Scottish Business Network and a global entrepreneur, has been appointed as Entrepreneur in Residence at the Advanced Research Centre (ARC) – a world-class hub for interdisciplinary research and innovation.
Apple and Intel veteran Michael Bell joins Chemify
Bell, who has been appointed by Chemify as its Chief Technical Officer, comes with decades of experience at the highest level in the digital computing industry.
State-of-the-art magnetism lab opens in GRID
The facility will enhance the University of Glasgow's research and development capabilities, supporting spin-outs like Neuranics to develop spintronics-based sensor solutions for health, fitness, and extended reality (XR) applications.
SWG3 announces return of Yardworks Festival
The event, which has become one of Europe’s biggest and best celebrations of street art and creativity, will transform the venue in Eastvale Place over the weekend Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May 2025.
Govan Music Festival unveils 2025 programme
Visitors can expect world, fusion, classical and rap music shows involving around 300 musicians and participants, including pupils from across Govan’s primary schools.
Founders graduate from deeptech accelerator
The Infinity G programme kicked off in October with 15 ground-breaking companies – in sectors from AI and quantum computing to biotechnology - to help founders validate their ventures, get ready to raise investment, and win customers.
Playbook's best practice for inclusive innovation
Help launched for social enterprises and third sector organisations to take stake in Glasgow’s innovation economy.