Work has started to construct a £54m "transformational" global glass research and innovation facility next to St Helens' Totally Wicked Stadium.
The 165,000 sq ft Glass Futures Centre of Excellence is expected to be complete in January 2023, with the internal fit-out work then due to start.
Network Space Developments (NSD) appointed building contractor Bower & Kirkland to deliver the building at Saints Retail Park.