The expansion in Glasgow came with grant support from the government, with future businesses development planned with the support of public sector funding.

Aquira‘s clients include Vodafone and ScottishPower, with the company in advanced discussions with other potential clients.

The announcement was welcomed by First Minister Alex Salmond, when he visited Aquira in Glasgow, to officially open a new site lab.

Mark Walton, CEO at Aquira, said: “Our new investment in Glasgow is a strong reflection on the success of our current operation. It is also a ringing endorsement of Scotland’s reputation for business and the skills of the local workforce.”

At the opening, Alex Salmond said: “Today Aquira has committed to creating a further 220 jobs, which will bring their total Scottish workforce to 420 and I look forward to continued work with Aquira to grow its presence in Scotland even further.”

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