The incident was reported at around 9.05am this morning when the device was found in an industrial estate near the Malcolm factory on Burnbrae Drive in the Renfrewshire town.
Workers have been evacuated by emergency services with a cordon in place around the area. It is not yet clear which local business is affected. The Explosive Ordnance Department has been "made aware" of the incident and emergency services are currently at the scene.READ MORE: Glasgow Pollokshields road locked down by police following late night incidentA spokesperson said: "Around 9.05am on Tuesday, 24 September 2024, police were called after a device - thought to be an old ordnance device - was found in Burnbrae Dr, Linwood.
"As a precaution, a cordon has been placed around the area and one local business has been evacuated. "The EOD - Explosive Ordnance Department - has been made aware. Emergency services remain at the scene. Sign up to our daily Glasgow Live newsletter here to receive news and features direct to your inbox