Steelwork aiding Ravenscraig regeneration

Previously the site of Western Europe’s largest hot strip steel mill, Ravenscraig near Motherwell is being transformed into a new community, with thousands of homes, retail and leisure facilities, alongside business and industrial space.

The latest project is the Ravenscraig Enterprise Park, a six-acre site that will eventually be transformed into a 5,800m² mixed-use park. Designed to meet modern occupier requirements, the development will offer flexible, energy-efficient space capable of accommodating business, industrial and storage uses.

The first phase consists of two speculatively-built steel-framed structures that will, on completion, offer 2,713m² of space within six separate multi-purpose units. A second phase, consisting of two larger warehouses, is expected to start later this year.

The work is being undertaken by main contractor Luddon Construction, with Hescott Engineering supplying and erecting the steelwork.

Russell Wilkie, Director of the Ravenscraig regeneration project, said: “It’s excellent news that work is beginning on site, adding to the momentum of the Ravenscraig regeneration. These new facilities will bring new jobs and investment to the area, helping to create a sustainable, self-sufficient community and a positive future for local people.”

Work on phase one is expected to be complete by November.