Glasgow City Innovation District (GCID) is a hub for enterprise, innovation, collaboration, and investment based within Glasgow’s City Centre. The District is home to innovative companies and organisations, who locate here to accelerate growth, improve productivity, and access world-class research and technology.
GCID is here to support innovation, create an inclusive and collaborative environment for SMEs and global organisations alike and promote Glasgow as a leader in technology, digital and creative sectors to the rest of the world. GCID brings together businesses and talent to tackle societal and global challenges and drive economic growth to the area.
GCID offers support to business via mentorship to founders, tailored innovation programmes and funding, networking and sector specific events, linking businesses together, helping promote businesses, and facilitating international connections.
Glasgow Tech Week
Glasgow City Innovation District is the founder of Glasgow Tech Week, Scotland’s first and only tech week which in 2025 saw over 40 events take place across the city. The week is designed to be accessible to all and offer educational workshops, tech demos, founder spotlights and networking opportunities, bringing together over 3,000 attendees. Glasgow Tech Week will take place from 7 – 11 September 2026, with more information announced in early 2026.
Glasgow City Innovation District Venture Studio
In 2024, GCID launched the groundbreaking Glasgow City Innovation District Venture Studio, a strategic initiative that has since become a powerful engine for economic development, job creation, investment attraction, and innovation-led inclusion in Glasgow. Established with funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and supported by Glasgow City Council and the UK government, the GCID Venture Studio represents a new model for inclusive innovation.
The Venture Studio is centred around four key pillars, Challenge, Make, Innovate, and Impact, each designed to support enterprise growth, respond to market and societal needs, and strengthen Glasgow’s position as a global innovation hub. In its first year, the Venture Studio has engaged with over 60 businesses across industries, created real-world economic value, and delivered a scalable framework for long-term development. Through targeted grant funding, technical support, and mentoring, the Venture Studio has empowered local companies to develop market-ready solutions using emerging technologies like space data and AI. It has helped creative entrepreneurs shape globally competitive products, funded programmes focussed on supporting underrepresented groups and given high-potential businesses the tools to grow and attract investment.
Engage with GCID
As Glasgow City Innovation District continues to grow, we invite entrepreneurs, businesses, investors, and ecosystem builders to engage with us. Whether you’re an early-stage founder, a global company seeking innovation partnerships, or simply curious about what’s next in tech and creativity, GCID is the place to connect, collaborate, and thrive. Be part of a dynamic ecosystem driving real-world impact and global opportunity, right in the heart of Glasgow.
To learn more, get involved, or explore how GCID can support you, visit the GCID website: glasgowcityinnovationdistrict.com or email: info@glasgowcityinnovationdistrict.com
