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BBC News
21-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
£500m regeneration proposal for Glasgow and Rutherglen
More than 100 hectares of land in Glasgow and Rutherglen could be converted into homes, hotels and business space under proposals from an urban regeneration Gateway say its plans - estimated at £500m - would help create jobs, support businesses and boost sustainable energy throughout the project would include a new 130 bed hotel near Dalmarnock Station and Celtic Park, joining a previously proposed 150 bed hotel on the site of disused greyhound racing track Shawfield proposals have been backed by Scottish Enterprise and local councils, but Clyde Gateway will seek private investment to accelerate the plan. The company will formally unveil the scheme, called Clyde Gateway Innovation, at an investment forum event in Leeds says the land earmarked for development is around the size of 130 football pitches, and would be converted into a "dynamic, mixed-use ecosystem" that would have direct access to green infrastructure on the river Clyde well as the hotels, an anchor building called the Innovation Central building would take up part of the space, comprising a café, gym and space for parts of the land would be turned into laboratories, research facilities, and previously proposed redevelopment of Shawfield in Rutherglen would see a new hotel and 450 homes built, with South Lanarkshire Council having granted outline planning consent. Clyde Gateway chief executive Martin McKay said the plans were "the next chapter" in regenerating Glasgow's east added: "With a focus on high-growth sectors like advanced manufacturing, life sciences and clean energy, this masterplan reflects our ambition to create a place where innovation and community go hand in hand. "We're building a sustainable, scalable ecosystem that will support everything from start-ups and university spinouts to major employers, while continuing to deliver jobs, homes and opportunities for local people."Clyde Gateway's previous projects include the Cuningar Loop nature trail in Rutherglen and the Malls Mire woodland retreat in Toryglen.
RNZ News
08-05-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Revamped Azteca stadium to reopen next March ahead of 2026 World Cup
A general view of the famous Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, 2013 Photo: PHOTOSPORT Mexico City's government has confirmed that the famous Azteca Stadium, soon to be renamed "Estadio Ciudad de Mexico", will reopen in March next year ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Mayor Clara Brugada said on Wednesday. The renovated stadium, which hosted the 1970 and 1986 World Cup finals, will kick off next year's tournament with the opening match on June 11, as well as other group-stage and knockout matches at the global showpiece co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Construction is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2026 to allow time for operational testing. Modifications to the stadium will focus on meeting FIFA standards and will include new changing rooms, improved hospitality zones, upgraded VIP areas and new seating in areas previously used for boxes and lounges. No figure has yet been given for its final capacity. "Great projects for a great city, projects that will continue to benefit the population in all aspects, based on the comprehensive mobility plan combined with technology," Brugada told reporters. The upgrade is part of a wider urban regeneration initiative in the Tlalpan neighbourhood, which also includes improvements to public infrastructure, including better roads, additional bike lanes and enhanced public transport. Mexico City is also preparing to host a series of fan events across its 16 boroughs, with the largest FIFA Fan Fest planned for the Zocalo square in the historic centre area. The festival aims to offer free public screenings and encourage community participation and physical activity. Estadio Ciudad de Mexico translates to Mexico City Stadium. New Zealand is one of four nations to have so far qualified for the tournament along with the three host nations. -Reuters
