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Coordinates: 56°00′43″N 3°43′01″W / 56.012°N 3.717°W / 56.012; -3.717
Grangemouth is a town in east Stirlingshire and is part of the Falkirk council area, Scotland. The town lies in the Forth Valley, on the banks of the Firth of Forth, 3 miles (4.8 km) east of Falkirk, 5 miles (8.0 km) west of Bo'ness and 13 miles (20.9 km) south-east of Stirling. Grangemouth had a resident population of 17,906 according to the 2001 Census. Preliminary figures from the 2011 census reported the number as 17,373.
Grangemouth's original growth as a town relied mainly on its geographical location. Originally a bustling port, trade flowed through the town with the construction of the Forth and Clyde Canal in the 18th century. Nowadays, the economy of Grangemouth is focused primarily on the large petrochemical industry of the area which includes the oil refinery, owned by Ineos, one of the largest of its kind in Europe. The town is twinned with La Porte, Indiana.
Residents of the town are known as Portonians.
INEOS Grangemouth saw the massive roof that covers Europe’s biggest ethane storage tank rise into place using just four low pressure fans, following six months of building work. The huge tank is 56 metres in diameter and 44 metres high – that gives it a displacement volume of 108,372 cubic metres – large enough for 560 double decker buses to fit inside. The investment in the Grangemouth tank and infrastructure is part of the company’s £450 million rescue package to equip the site to import ethane gas from the US. The project will transform Grangemouth overnight and will allow its manufacturing assets to once more compete globally, providing raw materials for thousands of manufacturing businesses across the UK and Europe.
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Unite risked 800 jobs and one of the UK's largest manufacturing facilities over a union official investigation before any verdict had been announced. It then advised employees to reject changes essential to the survival of the INEOS Grangemouth site. This film describes the battle for Grangemouth and the eventual U-turn by the Union that means the site now has an excellent future.
Shoplifting incident in my shop in Grangemouth on 15th Feb 2010
Absorb stunning mountain landscapes and glittering loch views as you travel through the majestic west coast scenery of Argyll. Look out for the famous Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint, fine views across the Firth of Lorn to the Inner Hebrides, the towering peaks of Ben Nevis and the Outdoor Capital of the UK, Fort William, which is just a short drive from Ballachulish. Start: Tarbet Finish: Ballachulish Length: 149 miles (238 km) Nearby towns: Inveraray, Lochgilphead, Oban Nearby attractions: Loch Lomond, the Rest and Be Thankful viewpoint, Loch Fyne, Crinan Canal, Connel Bridge, Ben Nevis Borders Historic Route Abbotsford House garden exterior Discover the lush scenery of the Scottish Borders on this historic route through the south of Scotland. Take in the peaceful countryside that...
Top Story: A rescue team from Grangemouth have returned to the UK after being prevented from travelling to Japan's disaster zone. The International Rescue Corps say that despite the Japanese authorities approving their mission, the British Embassy in Tokyo refused to provide them with a covering letter that would allow them to enter the country. In other news: A Scottish paratrooper killed during a special forces mission to rescue a kidnapped news reporter was shot dead within 10 seconds of leading his unit into action; and in sport; Walter Smith reveals that star-man Naismith is on the road the recovery. This is an international version that may have been edited for rights reasons.
#402: Edinburgh and Scotland Friendly and feisty, Scotland makes us feel right at home. In Edinburgh, we climb the ramparts of this city's famous castle, shop for kilts, visit mysterious Rosslyn chapel and thrill to a spooky ghost tour. Then we head to historic St. Andrew's to practice our swing on the world's most famous golf course. In the Scottish highlands, we try our hand at skeet shooting and falconry, and tour the Dewar's whisky distillery. Then it's off to historic Stirling to stroll the battlefields of Braveheart before setting sail on legendary Loch Lomand. Tips on golf and Scotch whisky. PRODUCED BY SMALL WORLD PRODUCTIONS SEATTLE Copyright 2004 DVD of full program may be ordered at: http://www.smarttravelstore.tv/product/DVD-SBW/Britain_Ireland_RM
This is the preparation for the "56lb Weight over the bar" competition at Bathgate Highland Games The bar is at 11 feet. Competitors: No 2: Craig Nicholson from Oban No 3: Garry Hagan from Clydebank No 4: Kyle Randalls from Grangemouth No 5: Mark McDonald from Dumfries No 6: Neil Elliot from Glasgow No 7: Paul Dearie from Wishaw No 8: Daniel Carlin from Barrhead No 9: Stephen Fraser from Dumfries No 10: Willie Falconar from Glasgow
Here is my trip to visit the Kelpies @ Helix Park Falkirk amazing looking structures need to visit to truly appreciate them, also a shout out to Rusty Ole Gixxer go check him outhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFkvyGb9brfyos-k9K4rg1Q Link to The Kelpies website: http://www.thehelix.co.uk/things-to-do/the-kelpies/kelpies-tour/#.Vus4ZI_XKM8. Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/r6_monkey Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/r6monkey/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r6_monkey/ T-shirts and other merchandise available http://store.vloggersmark.com/t/r6monkey Remember spread the word and subscribe for regular video updates
A visit to the new Riverside Museum, Glasgow, Scotland's museum of transport and travel. A terrific day out - and what's more - it's free! Website: www.glasgowmuseums.com/riverside
Scotland's newest tourist attraction. this massive sculpture of two horse heads is amazing.
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