The West George Street Office is situated in an ultra-modern, glass-fronted building, which was refurbished in 2006. Sitting in the heart of Glasgow's financial district, these prominent, prestigious and well-equipped offices stand out from the traditional neighbouring buildings which include the corporate offices of some of the world's largest banking giants. There are spectacular views onto West George Street from many of the office suites. Glasgow used to be known for heavy industry, particularly shipbuilding and engineering. Today it is a diverse business location, with 13,000 companies making their home here - including 25 per cent of Scotland's largest firms. Although shipbuilding and marine technologies form a key sector still, the city now specialises in areas as broad as energy, creative, retail, tourism, food, drink, construction and life sciences.