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Scotsman
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scotsman
New investment at Ravenscraig as construction begins on Motus Commercials' new facility
Construction is now underway on Motus Commercials' new 38,000 sq ft commercial vehicle workshop and sales facility at Ravenscraig, following a ground-breaking ceremony at the site. Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Construction is now underway on Motus Commercials' new 38,000 sq ft commercial vehicle workshop and sales facility at Ravenscraig, following a ground-breaking ceremony at the new site. The development, located within the site's dedicated employment zone, SevenFourEight, marks a key milestone in the regeneration of one of Europe's largest brownfield sites. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Set for completion in early 2026, the purpose-built facility will support the sales, servicing, and parts supply of DAF Trucks, ensuring Motus Commercials can continue meeting growing customer demand. The UK's largest DAF dealer group is relocating from its Bellshill site to expand operations and enhance working conditions for its team. Russell Wilkie, Director at Ravenscraig Limited, and Matt Lawrenson, managing director of Motus Commercials The new investment comes after Fusion Assets received planning permission for a new £10m employment hub adjacent to the Motus Commercials site. Russell Wilkie, Director at Ravenscraig Limited, said: 'Breaking ground on this development is another step forward in Ravenscraig's transformation into a thriving business and employment hub. Motus Commercials' investment highlights the site's strategic importance and its role in driving economic growth, taking us one step further to achieving our goal of creating a thriving, self-sufficient community.' Matt Lawrenson, managing director of Motus Commercials, said: 'Breaking ground at our new Ravenscraig facility marks an exciting milestone for Motus Commercials. This purpose-built site reflects our commitment to growth and delivering best-in-class services for our customers, while also providing high-quality jobs and modern working conditions for our team. We're proud to be part of Ravenscraig's regeneration journey and look forward to the opportunities this new location will bring.'
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Construction underway on new commercial vehicle workshop and sales facility at Ravenscraig
Set for completion in early 2026, the purpose-built facility will support the sales, servicing, and parts supply of DAF Trucks, ensuring Motus Commercials can continue meeting growing customer demand. Construction is now underway on Motus Commercials' new 38,000 sq ft commercial vehicle workshop and sales facility at Ravenscraig. The development, located within the site's dedicated employment zone, SevenFourEight, marks a key milestone in the regeneration of one of Europe's largest brownfield sites. Set for completion in early 2026, the purpose-built facility will support the sales, servicing, and parts supply of DAF Trucks, ensuring Motus Commercials can continue meeting growing customer demand. The UK's largest DAF dealer group is relocating from its Bellshill site to expand operations and enhance working conditions for its team. The new investment comes after Fusion Assets received planning permission for a new £10m employment hub adjacent to the Motus Commercials site. Russell Wilkie, director at Ravenscraig Limited, said: 'Breaking ground on this development is another step forward in Ravenscraig's transformation into a thriving business and employment hub. 'Motus Commercials' investment highlights the site's strategic importance and its role in driving economic growth, taking us one step further to achieving our goal of creating a thriving, self-sufficient community.' Matt Lawrenson, managing director of Motus Commercials, added: 'Breaking ground at our new Ravenscraig facility marks an exciting milestone for Motus Commercials. 'This purpose-built site reflects our commitment to growth and delivering best-in-class services for our customers, while also providing high-quality jobs and modern working conditions for our team. 'We're proud to be part of Ravenscraig's regeneration journey and look forward to the opportunities this new location will bring.' With direct motorway access and additional development plots available, Ravenscraig continues to attract investment, strengthening its position as a key industrial hub in Scotland's central belt. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!
