01
Clyde infrastructure programme expands industry capacity
The Clyde infrastructure programme is increasing industrial capacity around the Royal Navy's Scottish submarine base to support current operations and the transition to future fleets. Expanded docks, engineering facilities, logistics, utilities and secure support areas are needed as Faslane concentrates the United Kingdom's attack submarines and continuous at-sea deterrent, while also sustaining a larger specialist workforce and supplier network. The programme is delivered through multiple projects rather than one completed facility, so benefits depend on phased construction, workforce growth and careful sequencing that preserves day-to-day submarine availability while major work continues.