Скачать или смотреть The Rise and Fall of Glasgow's Shipbuilding Legacy - A Personal Journey

Join Stuart Ballantyne as he stands beside the historic paddle steamer Waverley on Glasgow's River Clyde, reflecting on a bygone era of shipbuilding glory. Launched in the same year as Stuart, this majestic vessel symbolizes a time when the Clyde was the epicenter of global ship construction, employing tens of thousands, including Stuart's own father.

But what led to the downfall of this industrial powerhouse? Stuart delves into the reasons behind the closure of shipyards, the economic shift that saw overseas competitors take the lead, and the current state of crime, drugs, and domestic violence shadowing the riverbanks.

Despite the gloom, there's a glimmer of hope. With Europe's largest ferry customer right here on the Clyde, and a significant need for new vessels, could this be the revival Glasgow needs? Stuart poses critical questions to leaders and visionaries: Can someone connect the dots and lead a renaissance of Scottish shipbuilding? Can we provide our youth, our future, with opportunities to thrive?