In 2004 Clydebank re-built, the local urban regeneration company, took ownership  of around 10 acres of the former John Brown's site from the private sector, including the Titan Crane.

Following consultation with Clydebank community, the decision was taken to not only restore the Crane to its' former magnificance but to open it up to the public as a visitor and heritage attraction.

Once the architect and contractors were appointed, work began in earnest in 2005. The restoration and conversion works were estimated to cost around £3million but have cost more in the region of £3.75million.

Due to open for its' first season in May 2007, 100 years after the Titan was first completed, this was delayed until July 2007 due to problems caused by the weather and strict restoration methods and regulations imposed by Historic Scotland. The Crane is Category A' listed, the highest listing in Scotland putting it on a par with both Edinburgh and Stirling Castles.

Since opening in 2007, the Crane has welcomed all - from grandparents with grandchildren to education groups to ex shipyard workers and their families. In 2008 it was awarded the Chicago Aethaneum Award for Architecture and in 2009, a further two awards from the Civic Trust.

From 2009, it is possible at times to sail down to the Titan Crane, as a new pontoon has been created at Queens Quay.  Also, why not abseil from the Titan Crane for charity ? This a fun and exciting way to raise funds for a good cause while testing, if like the Crane, your nerves are made of steel, contact Enable Scotland.