Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips
May 26, 2020 · 59m
Director
Margaret ShanklandOverview
Whatever happened to Scotland's Silicon Glen? US giant IBM arrived at Spango Valley in post-war Greenock, attracted as part of a government effort to replace industrial jobs. For decades the company provided thousands of jobs, often at the leading edge of technology, helping to attract dozens of high-tech investments to Scotland from all over the world. What was it like to work for the company known as Big Blue? The film uncovers the stories of the shop-floor at IBM. And it tells of IBM's supporting role in major events including the Moon landings and the creation of an iconic movie - Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Cast of Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips
Crew of Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips
About Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips
What is Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips about?
Whatever happened to Scotland's Silicon Glen? US giant IBM arrived at Spango Valley in post-war Greenock, attracted as part of a government effort to replace industrial jobs. For decades the company provided thousands of jobs, often at the leading edge of technology, helping to attract dozens of high-tech investments to Scotland from all over the world. What was it like to work for the company…
When was Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips released?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips was released on May 26, 2020.
How long is Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips runs 59 minutes.
Who directed Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips was directed by Margaret Shankland.
Who is in the cast of Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips?
The cast of Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips includes Adam Bradley (Self), Martin Campbell-Kelly (Professor Martin Campbell-Kelly), Anthony Frewin (Anthony Frewin), Nick Frewin (Self) and Peter Vaughan (Self).