Scottish craft beer maker BrewDog has unveiled plans to open its new Australian headquarters (HQ) and brewing operation in Brisbane, Queensland.

The company noted that last July it had narrowed its search for a site to Newcastle and Brisbane.

The latest move follows several scouting trips, meetings and feasibility studies, which saw Brisbane edge out Newcastle as the location for the brewery and HQ.

The company will invest $30m in the construction of the 50hl brewing and canning facility at Murarrie, which is located on the southern side of the Brisbane River.

“We are hugely appreciative of the support we received from Brisbane Marketing, Austrade, and the Queensland government all of whom played a role in sealing the deal for Brisbane.”

The 3,000m² site will also feature a restaurant, taproom and visitor centre.

Construction on the riverfront brewery is scheduled to begin the second half of this year with the first locally brewed BrewDog beers to roll out in early next year.

The launch of BrewDog Australia is expected to generate 150 jobs in the Brisbane area over the next five years.

BrewDog Australia director Zarah Prior said: “We’ve been so humbled by the support from local businesses as well as the local community who have shown a real passion for BrewDog to call Brissie home.

“It’s a city that’s on the brink of some incredible growth, and we can’t wait to be a part of that. There are tonnes of amazing local breweries we’re looking forward to working alongside and collaborating with. From local brewing pioneers Green Beacon and Newstead, through to up and coming breweries like our mates at Range Brewing.

“We are hugely appreciative of the support we received from Brisbane Marketing, Austrade, and the Queensland government all of whom played a role in sealing the deal for Brisbane.”

At the new facility, the company will be brewing its full line-up of beers such as Punk IPA, Dead Pony Club and Jet Black Heart, as well as small-batch brews specifically for the regional market.