PLANNING permission has been granted for the construction of a 38,000 sq ft commercial vehicle workshop and sales facility for Motus Commercials, part of the Motus Group (UK), within Ravenscraig’s SevenFourEight employment area.
The new facility, work on which is expected to start on site in January, will provide purpose-built space for the sales, service and parts support of DAF Trucks.
Russell Wilkie, director at Ravenscraig Limited, said, “As one of Europe’s largest regeneration projects, Ravenscraig is continually evolving into a dynamic, self-sustaining community offering new opportunities in housing, education, transport, and employment. This latest development with Motus Group marks a significant milestone in bringing high-quality jobs to the area and driving economic growth.
“As we continue to transform this iconic site and attract leading employers, we are firmly establishing Ravenscraig as one of Scotland’s premier industrial hubs, positioned for long-term success and regional prosperity.”
The news marks another major deal in Ravenscraig’s regeneration, following the recent Fusion Assets £10 million employment hub being approved by North Lanarkshire Council. Further plots are also available within the current phase of SevenFourEight.
Matt Lawrenson, MD of Motus Commercials, added, “We are very pleased to be embarking on this project. We’re always aware of the continuing need to refresh and grow the Motus Commercials network, both to keep pace with the success of DAF Trucks and our own role in it. And, to provide top-class working conditions for our teams.
“This, together with the growing introductions of alternative fuel vehicles, made it important to consider a move from our main Glasgow site in Bellshill. The current site is now too small for the growing volume of work coming to us from Scottish operators, and Ravenscraig offers the space and location we need. While it is too soon to make any definite predictions, it is probable that the enlarged site and continued business growth could see new job opportunities once we are settled in.”
