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Grangemouth is an industrial town located in the Falkirk council area of central Scotland, situated on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth. It lies approximately three miles east of Falkirk and around 25 miles west of Edinburgh, forming part of the Forth Valley region. With a population of approximately 16,000, Grangemouth serves as a key employment centre for the wider area, particularly due to its major port, petrochemical facilities and logistics operations. It draws a significant workforce from across Falkirk, Bo’ness and surrounding communities, acting as an important economic hub within the Central Belt.

The town benefits from strong transport connectivity. It has excellent road links via the M9 motorway and the A904, providing quick access to Edinburgh, Glasgow and the national motorway network. Grangemouth is also home to one of Scotland’s busiest ports, handling substantial volumes of container, liquid and general cargo, with strong rail freight connections supporting its role as a major logistics and industrial centre. Local bus services provide regular links to Falkirk and nearby towns, while passenger rail services are available via nearby stations in Falkirk.

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