UK Unveils £50 Million Defence Deal to Boost Scotland's Maritime and Tech Sectors
The UK government announced a significant £50 million Defence Growth Deal focused on expanding Scotland’s strategic contribution to national defence and advanced manufacturing. The deal aims to position Scotland as a global leader in maritime defence, space technology, quantum computing, and advanced engineering. By targeting multiple regions from the Clyde to the East Coast, the plan seeks to create high-value jobs and boost skills development. Among the highlighted initiatives is a £5 million investment in the Arrol Gibb Innovation Campus at Rosyth. This facility will foster collaboration among major defence contractors, research institutions, small and medium-sized enterprises, and local authorities... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 12:18
