Building & representing business in Bo'ness

Welcome to Bo'ness means Business

Bo'ness has a long and important history in the Forth Valley.

Bo'ness sits on the River Forth and covers the areas from Kinneil Estate in the west to Blackness in the east.

2000 years of history

Bo'ness has a long and interesting archaeological, architectural, historical and industrial heritage dating from before the bronze age. And the future offers many more opportunities.

From the Roman invasion to the present day Bo'ness has been a focus for industry from coal mining, salt panning, whaling and until the latter part of last century as a main shipping centre on the Firth of Forth.

Future developments and opportunities

Recent development proposals for the town centre and foreshore offers the opportunity for Bo'ness to once again contribute to the overall success of Falkirk area, the Forth Valley and nationally.

Bo'ness means Business aims to influence these developments for the benefit of both local business and residents.