SUCCESSFUL Gourock property business Bowman Rebecchi is now part of the multi-million pound Ardgowan Distillery development.

They have been appointed to spearhead the creation of a custom gin plant at Bankfoot by Inverkip which will generate at least four long-term jobs in Inverclyde, and include production facilities and a visitor centre.

Final plans for the development are in place follow a £5m loan from UK drinks specialist Distil and the first new gin will be 'on stream' later this year.

Creation of the gin plant will precede Ardgowan's £8.4m single male distillery and visitor centre, due to start production in 2023.

Bowman Rebecchi director Marco Rebecchi said: "We're looking forward to creating a vibrant destination for Inverclyde residents and visitors."