‘Entrepreneur in residence’ appointed by Scottish university to close gender gap
A former senior banking executive has been appointed the first ‘entrepreneur in residence’ at a Scottish university to promote women in business and inclusive economic growth. Carolyn Currie, chief executive...
Virtual Scottish high street group to challenge dominance of online retailers
A virtual community platform to connect local businesses, services, and amenities online has been launched today – to challenge the dominance of “established” online platforms. The project, which aims to...
Virtual event to boost ‘Auld Alliance’ trading links
A virtual event is set to be held to boost trade links between Scotland and France. The online event next month will promote export opportunities for Scots firms – building...
Net zero technology centre launches entrepreneur scheme
A net zero technology centre based in Aberdeen has launched a mentoring programme to support budding entrepreneurs in the ‘clean energy’ sector. The TechX Accelerator is offering successful companies up...
Scotland’s leading airport operators blast ‘pen and paper’ Covid vaccination certificates
Scotland’s leading airport operators have hit out “pen and paper” Covid-19 vaccination certificates when England, Wales and Northern Ireland are all running online versions of the scheme. Edinburgh, Aberdeen and...
Island ‘decelerator’ for stressed execs suffering from work burnout
Scotland’s first ‘business decelerator’ – a retreat for corporate executives seeking to reinvent themselves and their organisations – is returning to the Isle of Bute this autumn. While Glasgow hosts...
Aberdeen firm triples workforce after digitally upskilling
A consultancy and training business has tripled its workforce in just 18 months after receiving digital expertise from a government-funded advice and guidance service. QHSE Aberdeen engaged with Business Gateway...
Stonehaven energy firm develops ‘hidden’ electric vehicle charging points
A Stonehaven based-energy company has come up with a way of building almost invisible electric vehicle charging infrastructure – by sinking power points into the ground. Trojan Energy has developed...
A massive showcase: What the summit means for industry
The forthcoming arrival of Cop26 will be significant for industries and organisations across Scotland. Here we share a snapshot of views from different sectors Biotechnology The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre...
Implementing a rock-solid ESG strategy? Here’s what you need to know
As the world turns its attention to Cop26, issues surrounding environmental, social and governance (ESG) have never been more important. If it’s not already, ESG should be at the forefront...
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