Business

Shipbuilding, manufacturing and trade brought prosperity to Inverclyde in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Modern industry is now at the heart of the region’s economy with many leading companies choosing to work in the area. Local employers include:

• IBM
• National Semiconductor
• Brands Electronics
• T Mobile
• Cigna Healthcare
• Royal Bank of Scotland

Approximately 80% of employment in Inverclyde is in the service sector, mainly education, health and public services. Manufacturing accounts for approximately 17% of jobs.

• Inverclyde Council
  A list of business support services available in the area.
• Greenock Chamber of Commerce
  Professional advice and support to businesses at all stages of development in the Inverclyde area.

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