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Authored by government ministers, captains of industry, leaders of the financial sector and respected business writers, World Class Scotland delivers a powerful, informed and authoritative view of the business opportunity which is Scotland.
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WORLD CLASSSCOTLAND
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WORLD CLASS SCOTLAND2015
A PLACE FOR BUSINESS
A PLACE FOR BUSINESSWORLD CLASS SCOTLAND2015
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Published by World Class Publishing LimitedPublishing House 45 Craiglea Stirling FK9 5EETel: 01786 478454 Email: [email protected] in Scotland Number SC346543Registered Office 57/59 High Street Dunblane FK15 0EE
Printed in Scotland by J Thomson Printers
Managing Editor: Ron ClarkEmail: [email protected]
Front cover: The Kelpies at Falkirk. Photo: Nisbet & Wylie Photography
WORLD CLASS PUBLISHING
A PLACE FOR BUSINESSWORLD CLASS SCOTLAND2015
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form or byany means, mechanical or electronic, including photocopying, recording or otherwise,without prior and written permission of the publisher.
Published by World Class Publishing LimitedPublishing House 45 Craiglea Stirling FK9 5EETel: 01786 478454 Email: [email protected] in Scotland Number SC346543Registered Office 57/59 High Street Dunblane FK15 0EE
Printed in Scotland by J Thomson Printers
Managing Editor: Ron ClarkEmail: [email protected]
Front cover: The Kelpies at Falkirk. Photo: Nisbet & Wylie Photography
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Into a world class future
First of all, a big thank you to all our sponsors for their supportand to our contributors who share a wealth of knowledge andexperience of the Scottish business arena with our readers.
As the global economy continues to recover, Scotland’s economygrew at its fastest rate for seven years in 2014. Employment isnow at its highest level ever, investment is increasing and exportsare growing. A solid platform for future growth.
It is the aim of World Class Scotland to support growthopportunities through providing a focus for attracting investmentand raise Scotland’s profile as a genuinely world class country.
In this edition, we feature key industry sectors supported byinfrastructural tools which help make Scotland’s business offeringspecial. World class education, telecoms, transport and energyall play a vital role in our fast-moving economy.
World Class Scotland is no longer just a book. The introductionof Augmented Reality (AR) means that images marked with theAR logo come alive. A video, virtual tour, speech or presentationcan be accessed by simply downloading the free AR app ontoyour iPhone or Android. Point your handset at the image, clickthe screen and the WOW factor is beyond expectation.
The content of World Class Scotland is also fully on-line atwww.scotlandworldclass.com by way of an adobe pdf. Thisallows you to easily share the content with your colleaguesanywhere in the world. Another way to tell a global audienceabout our great nation.
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Our book is keeping pace with a changingScotland to pioneer new ways of telling aglobal audience about a great country
Into a world class futureIan Johnstone, Publisher, World Class Scotland
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A fine heritage in a modern setting: Glasgow’s iconic Riverside Museum, designed by Zaha Hadid
Welcome to World Class Scotland 2015
A video, virtual tour, speech or presentationcan be accessed by simply downloading thefree AR app onto your iPhone or Android“
Ian Johnstone
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Into a world class future
First of all, a big thank you to all our sponsors for their supportand to our contributors who share a wealth of knowledge andexperience of the Scottish business arena with our readers.
As the global economy continues to recover, Scotland’s economygrew at its fastest rate for seven years in 2014. Employment isnow at its highest level ever, investment is increasing and exportsare growing. A solid platform for future growth.
It is the aim of World Class Scotland to support growthopportunities through providing a focus for attracting investmentand raise Scotland’s profile as a genuinely world class country.
In this edition, we feature key industry sectors supported byinfrastructural tools which help make Scotland’s business offeringspecial. World class education, telecoms, transport and energyall play a vital role in our fast-moving economy.
World Class Scotland is no longer just a book. The introductionof Augmented Reality (AR) means that images marked with theAR logo come alive. A video, virtual tour, speech or presentationcan be accessed by simply downloading the free AR app ontoyour iPhone or Android. Point your handset at the image, clickthe screen and the WOW factor is beyond expectation.
The content of World Class Scotland is also fully on-line atwww.scotlandworldclass.com by way of an adobe pdf. Thisallows you to easily share the content with your colleaguesanywhere in the world. Another way to tell a global audienceabout our great nation.
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Our book is keeping pace with a changingScotland to pioneer new ways of telling aglobal audience about a great country
Into a world class futureIan Johnstone, Publisher, World Class Scotland
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A fine heritage in a modern setting: Glasgow’s iconic Riverside Museum, designed by Zaha Hadid
Welcome to World Class Scotland 2015
A video, virtual tour, speech or presentationcan be accessed by simply downloading thefree AR app onto your iPhone or Android“
Ian Johnstone
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Foreword
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Scotland is a country of limitless possibilities
Our country is an ancient nation, firmly focused on the future. At the heart of ourpast, present and tomorrow are the people who call Scotland home. People whothrive on creativity, ingenuity and fairness.
We develop our own and attract talent from across the world. Nowhere is this moreapparent than in our life sciences, financial services and energy sectors. Scotlandis leading the way in innovation through strong ties between universities andbusinesses at home and abroad to draw the very best people to our shores.
We boast the brightest minds. There has been a university in Scotland since the15th century and only one other country can boast more universities ranked in theworld’s top 200 per head of population. Whether they are drawn to ancient historyor bio-technology, there are many reasons why international students choose tostudy in Scotland.
Our nation’s story and iconic imagery are held dear by many. Today’s visitor findsa contemporary Scotland with a brave and bold cultural scene. From the worldfamous Edinburgh Hogmanay to summer music festivals and all year roundentertainment, we provide the unexpected and inspirational.
Last year we showed the world how to throw not one but two of the worlds’ majorsporting events with the best ever Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup. Add inmore than 1,000 events held as part of Homecoming 2014 and the MTV EuropeMusic Awards and last year established Scotland in the eyes of the world as thehome of major events.
We intend to build on the massive success of 2014 with more great events in 2015including the World Gymnastics Championships and the Turner Prize ceremony.
A trip to Scotland this year is also special given that 2015 is our national Year ofFood and Drink.
While many take in our beautiful scenery, historic cities and stunning coastlines,Scotland can also be enjoyed by our taste buds. In Scotland, you are never farfrom an award winning producer of quality food, a wonderful restaurant, afarmers’ market or a distiller creating a bit of magic from our natural resources.All are only possible because of Scotland’s seas, rivers and soil and a larder thatis second to none.
You are always welcome in Scotland and whether it is for business, pleasure orto broaden the mind, a visit to Scotland is always an unforgettable experience.
Scotland has a proud past, an exciting presentand an optimistic future, and at its heart are thepeople who call it home
Creativity, ingenuityand fairnessFirst Minister Nicola Sturgeon
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
Looking over Loch Duich to Eilean Donan Castle
Photo : VisitScotland
Our nation’s story and iconic imagery are helddear by many. Today’s visitor finds a contemporaryScotland with a brave and bold cultural scene“
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Foreword
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Scotland is a country of limitless possibilities
Our country is an ancient nation, firmly focused on the future. At the heart of ourpast, present and tomorrow are the people who call Scotland home. People whothrive on creativity, ingenuity and fairness.
We develop our own and attract talent from across the world. Nowhere is this moreapparent than in our life sciences, financial services and energy sectors. Scotlandis leading the way in innovation through strong ties between universities andbusinesses at home and abroad to draw the very best people to our shores.
We boast the brightest minds. There has been a university in Scotland since the15th century and only one other country can boast more universities ranked in theworld’s top 200 per head of population. Whether they are drawn to ancient historyor bio-technology, there are many reasons why international students choose tostudy in Scotland.
Our nation’s story and iconic imagery are held dear by many. Today’s visitor findsa contemporary Scotland with a brave and bold cultural scene. From the worldfamous Edinburgh Hogmanay to summer music festivals and all year roundentertainment, we provide the unexpected and inspirational.
Last year we showed the world how to throw not one but two of the worlds’ majorsporting events with the best ever Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup. Add inmore than 1,000 events held as part of Homecoming 2014 and the MTV EuropeMusic Awards and last year established Scotland in the eyes of the world as thehome of major events.
We intend to build on the massive success of 2014 with more great events in 2015including the World Gymnastics Championships and the Turner Prize ceremony.
A trip to Scotland this year is also special given that 2015 is our national Year ofFood and Drink.
While many take in our beautiful scenery, historic cities and stunning coastlines,Scotland can also be enjoyed by our taste buds. In Scotland, you are never farfrom an award winning producer of quality food, a wonderful restaurant, afarmers’ market or a distiller creating a bit of magic from our natural resources.All are only possible because of Scotland’s seas, rivers and soil and a larder thatis second to none.
You are always welcome in Scotland and whether it is for business, pleasure orto broaden the mind, a visit to Scotland is always an unforgettable experience.
Scotland has a proud past, an exciting presentand an optimistic future, and at its heart are thepeople who call it home
Creativity, ingenuityand fairnessFirst Minister Nicola Sturgeon
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
Looking over Loch Duich to Eilean Donan Castle
Photo : VisitScotland
Our nation’s story and iconic imagery are helddear by many. Today’s visitor finds a contemporaryScotland with a brave and bold cultural scene“
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WORLD CLASS SCOTLAND CONTENTS2015
SCOTTISH DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL Attracting investment for Scotland 8
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Manufacturing in Scotland has a great legacy to build on 16
ABERDEEN City of energy 34
MIDLOTHIAN & BORDERS On the fast track to a great future 38
STIRLING A vision for Stirling 44
FALKIRK Scotland’s gateway to the world 48
FINANCIAL SERVICES Strength in diversity 52
OIL & GAS Working together 56
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY The lightbulb moment 64
RECRUITMENT People, the valuable asset 70
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT Jump starting the economy 74
TRANSPORT Enjoying the high life 78
EDUCATION Hats off to excellence 84
TOURISM Taking Scotland to the world 88
FOOD & DRINK We’re all in this together 96
CONFERENCE For the events that really matter 102
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW 106
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WORLD CLASS SCOTLAND CONTENTS2015
SCOTTISH DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL Attracting investment for Scotland 8
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Manufacturing in Scotland has a great legacy to build on 16
ABERDEEN City of energy 34
MIDLOTHIAN & BORDERS On the fast track to a great future 38
STIRLING A vision for Stirling 44
FALKIRK Scotland’s gateway to the world 48
FINANCIAL SERVICES Strength in diversity 52
OIL & GAS Working together 56
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY The lightbulb moment 64
RECRUITMENT People, the valuable asset 70
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT Jump starting the economy 74
TRANSPORT Enjoying the high life 78
EDUCATION Hats off to excellence 84
TOURISM Taking Scotland to the world 88
FOOD & DRINK We’re all in this together 96
CONFERENCE For the events that really matter 102
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW 106
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Attracting investmentfor Scotland
Glasgow’s stunning riverfront, with iconic structures old and new
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Attracting investmentfor Scotland
Glasgow’s stunning riverfront, with iconic structures old and new
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Scotland attracts significant direct investment from all over the world
For more details about how Scottish DevelopmentInternational can help you grow your businessinternationally, please visit www.sdi.co.ukor email [email protected] call +44 141 247 0734
Scotland is a land that combines richhistory and culture with world leadingindustries - famous for our excellence ineducation and strengths in inventionand research.
And, after playing host to the Ryder Cup,Commonwealth Games and independencereferendum last year, we’re enjoyingsignificant profile on the global stage,which means there has never been abetter time to invest in Scotland.
We already have a strong record ininward investment, thanks to our excellentbusiness support, physical infrastructureand academic achievement. Ourapproach to supporting the growth ofindustry clusters, for example, has seenconcentrations of companies develop inleading industries such as oil and gas inAberdeen, life sciences in Edinburgh andDundee and financial services inEdinburgh and Glasgow.
This is supported by our well-developedtransport links, with five major internationalairports serving more than 150destinations. All this is underpinned by ahighly skilled workforce, with the highesteducational attainment of any part of theUK. In fact more than 50% of the workingpopulation has further education attainment.
Set against this background, it is no surprisethat we consistently attract significantforeign direct investment. In fact, this roseto new levels in the last financial year, withScottish Development International (SDI)securing 91 inward investment projects in2014-15 - an increase of nearly 17% onthe year before. Impressively, the numberof jobs secured through this activity roseby nearly 30% to more than 9,600.
In addition, Scotland recently recordeda third successive year as the UK’s mostsuccessful inward investment locationoutside of London in the well respectedannual EY Attractiveness Survey.
As important as the work we do to bringnew investment into Scotland is our supportfor overseas companies once they are here.
A strong inward investment community isgood news for our economy, with analysisshowing higher employment and labourproductivity in SDI-assisted inward investorcompanies.
We know that most SDI-assisted inwardinvestment companies are employingmore people than planned, doing moreR&D and have broadened their productrange while located here.
Every year for the last five years thenumber of expansion projects by existinginvestors has increased (more than 200 intotal) - demonstrating that, once here, ourinvestors are enjoying ongoing growth.
At SDI, we remain focused on buildingon this momentum. We are continuing towork with national governments, localauthorities and universities to make theconnections which will help generatemore new investment and jobs, andreally deliver for Scotland.
Paul Lewis
SDI-assisted inward investment companies are employingmore people than planned, doing more R&D and havebroadened their product range while located here“
Attracting investment for Scotland
Foreign investment is crucial to the Scottish economy but, onceit has been attracted, it is every bit as important to support it.Our enterprise agencies are making the country a destinationof choice for the world’s companies
Paul Lewis, managing director of ScottishDevelopment International and ScottishEnterprise International Operations
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Scotland attracts significant direct investment from all over the world
For more details about how Scottish DevelopmentInternational can help you grow your businessinternationally, please visit www.sdi.co.ukor email [email protected] call +44 141 247 0734
Scotland is a land that combines richhistory and culture with world leadingindustries - famous for our excellence ineducation and strengths in inventionand research.
And, after playing host to the Ryder Cup,Commonwealth Games and independencereferendum last year, we’re enjoyingsignificant profile on the global stage,which means there has never been abetter time to invest in Scotland.
We already have a strong record ininward investment, thanks to our excellentbusiness support, physical infrastructureand academic achievement. Ourapproach to supporting the growth ofindustry clusters, for example, has seenconcentrations of companies develop inleading industries such as oil and gas inAberdeen, life sciences in Edinburgh andDundee and financial services inEdinburgh and Glasgow.
This is supported by our well-developedtransport links, with five major internationalairports serving more than 150destinations. All this is underpinned by ahighly skilled workforce, with the highesteducational attainment of any part of theUK. In fact more than 50% of the workingpopulation has further education attainment.
Set against this background, it is no surprisethat we consistently attract significantforeign direct investment. In fact, this roseto new levels in the last financial year, withScottish Development International (SDI)securing 91 inward investment projects in2014-15 - an increase of nearly 17% onthe year before. Impressively, the numberof jobs secured through this activity roseby nearly 30% to more than 9,600.
In addition, Scotland recently recordeda third successive year as the UK’s mostsuccessful inward investment locationoutside of London in the well respectedannual EY Attractiveness Survey.
As important as the work we do to bringnew investment into Scotland is our supportfor overseas companies once they are here.
A strong inward investment community isgood news for our economy, with analysisshowing higher employment and labourproductivity in SDI-assisted inward investorcompanies.
We know that most SDI-assisted inwardinvestment companies are employingmore people than planned, doing moreR&D and have broadened their productrange while located here.
Every year for the last five years thenumber of expansion projects by existinginvestors has increased (more than 200 intotal) - demonstrating that, once here, ourinvestors are enjoying ongoing growth.
At SDI, we remain focused on buildingon this momentum. We are continuing towork with national governments, localauthorities and universities to make theconnections which will help generatemore new investment and jobs, andreally deliver for Scotland.
Paul Lewis
SDI-assisted inward investment companies are employingmore people than planned, doing more R&D and havebroadened their product range while located here“
Attracting investment for Scotland
Foreign investment is crucial to the Scottish economy but, onceit has been attracted, it is every bit as important to support it.Our enterprise agencies are making the country a destinationof choice for the world’s companies
Paul Lewis, managing director of ScottishDevelopment International and ScottishEnterprise International Operations
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COPENHAGEN
RIO DE JANEIRO
HOUSTON
NEW YORK
BOSTON
STAVANGER
MOSCOW
NEW DELHI
HYDERABAD
HONG KONG
TAIPEI
SYDNEY
TOKYO
DUBAI
BRUSSELSPARISTORONTO
CHICAGO
CALGARY
SAN JOSE
AL KHOBAR SHENZHEN
SHANGHAI
BEIJING
SEOUL
ACCRA
MUMBAI
LONDON
GLASGOW (HQ)
SINGAPORE
Scottish Development International (SDI) isthe international arm of Scottish Enterprise,Scotland’s main economic developmentagency. Established in 2001, SDI is jointlyoperated by the Scottish Government,Scottish Enterprise and Highlands andIslands Enterprise and its work is guidedby the Scottish Government’s strategy foreconomic development in Scotland.
From its Glasgow headquarters andnetwork of 29 offices across NorthAmerica, Brazil, Europe, the Middle East,West Africa and Asia Pacific, SDI’s teamof experts draws together in-depth industryand market knowledge to help overseasbusinesses tap into Scotland’s key strengthsin innovation, knowledge and technologyand help Scottish companies to embraceand take advantage of the vastinternational trade opportunities on offer.
Back home, Scotland welcomed the worldin 2014 by hosting two of the biggestglobal sporting events. The 2014
Commonwealth Games saw 6,500athletes from 71 nations and territoriesgather in Glasgow last July to compete in17 different sports ranging from athletics,gymnastics, swimming to wrestling toname just a few.
Just two months later, Gleneagles Hotel inPerthshire staged the 2014 Ryder Cup golftournament between Europe and the USAwhich provided three days of compellingviewing for hundreds of millions of golffans around the world, with Europewinning again to make it three in a row.
Inward investment has always played asignificant role within Scotland’s economy,with Scotland being a profitabledestination for business investment andpremier location for research anddevelopment.
Scotland now has more than 2,200foreign-owned companies, employingapproximately 303,000 people and
generating a turnover of £100 billion. Inthe last decade, the number of foreign-owned firms in Scotland has increased by58%, with turnover increasing by animpressive 194 %.
Indeed, Scotland has been ranked the toplocation in the UK outside London since2007 in the EY Attractiveness Survey.Moreover, last year Scotland secured33% of the total R&D projects into theUK, widely regarded as the most valuabletype of investment.
Scotland is actively strengthening itsinternational competitiveness, businessenvironment, innovation capabilities andskilled workforce to cement the country’sposition as the UK’s top location of choiceoutside London for international investors.
The natural assets that Scotland has at itsdisposal increasingly attract investors: theskills of our people; the world classresearch undertaken by Scottish
In-depth knowledge and key strengthsIn an intensely competitive global environment, Scotlandis punching well above its weight in securing jobs andeconomic benefit from around the world
Scotland now has more than 2,200 foreign-ownedcompanies, employing approximately 303,000people and generating a turnover of £100 billion.“
SDI overseas office or locations with representation
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Scottish Developm
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DÜSSELDORF
COPENHAGEN
RIO DE JANEIRO
HOUSTON
NEW YORK
BOSTON
STAVANGER
MOSCOW
NEW DELHI
HYDERABAD
HONG KONG
TAIPEI
SYDNEY
TOKYO
DUBAI
BRUSSELSPARISTORONTO
CHICAGO
CALGARY
SAN JOSE
AL KHOBAR SHENZHEN
SHANGHAI
BEIJING
SEOUL
ACCRA
MUMBAI
LONDON
GLASGOW (HQ)
SINGAPORE
Scottish Development International (SDI) isthe international arm of Scottish Enterprise,Scotland’s main economic developmentagency. Established in 2001, SDI is jointlyoperated by the Scottish Government,Scottish Enterprise and Highlands andIslands Enterprise and its work is guidedby the Scottish Government’s strategy foreconomic development in Scotland.
From its Glasgow headquarters andnetwork of 29 offices across NorthAmerica, Brazil, Europe, the Middle East,West Africa and Asia Pacific, SDI’s teamof experts draws together in-depth industryand market knowledge to help overseasbusinesses tap into Scotland’s key strengthsin innovation, knowledge and technologyand help Scottish companies to embraceand take advantage of the vastinternational trade opportunities on offer.
Back home, Scotland welcomed the worldin 2014 by hosting two of the biggestglobal sporting events. The 2014
Commonwealth Games saw 6,500athletes from 71 nations and territoriesgather in Glasgow last July to compete in17 different sports ranging from athletics,gymnastics, swimming to wrestling toname just a few.
Just two months later, Gleneagles Hotel inPerthshire staged the 2014 Ryder Cup golftournament between Europe and the USAwhich provided three days of compellingviewing for hundreds of millions of golffans around the world, with Europewinning again to make it three in a row.
Inward investment has always played asignificant role within Scotland’s economy,with Scotland being a profitabledestination for business investment andpremier location for research anddevelopment.
Scotland now has more than 2,200foreign-owned companies, employingapproximately 303,000 people and
generating a turnover of £100 billion. Inthe last decade, the number of foreign-owned firms in Scotland has increased by58%, with turnover increasing by animpressive 194 %.
Indeed, Scotland has been ranked the toplocation in the UK outside London since2007 in the EY Attractiveness Survey.Moreover, last year Scotland secured33% of the total R&D projects into theUK, widely regarded as the most valuabletype of investment.
Scotland is actively strengthening itsinternational competitiveness, businessenvironment, innovation capabilities andskilled workforce to cement the country’sposition as the UK’s top location of choiceoutside London for international investors.
The natural assets that Scotland has at itsdisposal increasingly attract investors: theskills of our people; the world classresearch undertaken by Scottish
In-depth knowledge and key strengthsIn an intensely competitive global environment, Scotlandis punching well above its weight in securing jobs andeconomic benefit from around the world
Scotland now has more than 2,200 foreign-ownedcompanies, employing approximately 303,000people and generating a turnover of £100 billion.“
SDI overseas office or locations with representation
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universities; and a highly competitivebusiness environment. It is these combinedstrengths that allows us to secureinvestment that is high value in nature -jobs which are embedded in Scotland’seconomy.
International markets have never beenmore important for Scotland’s futureeconomic success and SDI is committed tohelping more than 700 Scottish businessesover the next three years to seek out globaltrade opportunities to achieve significantexport growth.
In 2013/14, we had an excellent yearworking with more than 2,000 account-managed companies to develop theirinternational business and supporting320 Scottish companies expand into newoverseas markets. This included workingwith and supporting 228 Scottishcompanies who predict turnover growthin excess of £1million.
We work hard to help Scottish companiesto know where to find globalopportunities. From recent office openingsin emerging markets such as Brazil, Indiaand Ghana, to an extensive trade missionand learning journey programme and ourworldwide network of 651 GlobalScots,we continue to increase resources toensure we are best placed to capitalise onthese opportunities.
We now operate in a truly global economyso there’s no doubt that Scotland mustcontinue to raise its internationalaspirations. With on-going economicchallenges, it’s vital that more and moreScottish companies embrace a globalmindset and view international tradingas an integral part of their strategy.
Indeed, by helping more companies acrossevery sector to realise their globalambitions, we will help to expand theglobal supply chain and make furtherinroads into achieving the Scottishgovernment’s target of a 50% increasein international exports by 2017, from£22billion to £33billion.
We remain resolutely focused onincreasing international trade bysupporting Scottish businesses to help themtake advantage of the global opportunities
on offer, attracting inward investment andproviding first class support to investors,helping to embed companies, encourageexpansion and develop supplier links.
SDI will continue to work with our partneragencies, exporters, investors andGlobalScots to promote Scotland as oneof the most ambitious, innovative andsuccessful countries in the world and anexcellent location of choice to both liveand work.
International markets have never been more important forScotland’s future economic success and SDI is committedto helping more than 700 Scottish businesses over thenext three years to seek out global trade opportunities“
The International Financial Services District on Glasgow’s waterfront
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universities; and a highly competitivebusiness environment. It is these combinedstrengths that allows us to secureinvestment that is high value in nature -jobs which are embedded in Scotland’seconomy.
International markets have never beenmore important for Scotland’s futureeconomic success and SDI is committed tohelping more than 700 Scottish businessesover the next three years to seek out globaltrade opportunities to achieve significantexport growth.
In 2013/14, we had an excellent yearworking with more than 2,000 account-managed companies to develop theirinternational business and supporting320 Scottish companies expand into newoverseas markets. This included workingwith and supporting 228 Scottishcompanies who predict turnover growthin excess of £1million.
We work hard to help Scottish companiesto know where to find globalopportunities. From recent office openingsin emerging markets such as Brazil, Indiaand Ghana, to an extensive trade missionand learning journey programme and ourworldwide network of 651 GlobalScots,we continue to increase resources toensure we are best placed to capitalise onthese opportunities.
We now operate in a truly global economyso there’s no doubt that Scotland mustcontinue to raise its internationalaspirations. With on-going economicchallenges, it’s vital that more and moreScottish companies embrace a globalmindset and view international tradingas an integral part of their strategy.
Indeed, by helping more companies acrossevery sector to realise their globalambitions, we will help to expand theglobal supply chain and make furtherinroads into achieving the Scottishgovernment’s target of a 50% increasein international exports by 2017, from£22billion to £33billion.
We remain resolutely focused onincreasing international trade bysupporting Scottish businesses to help themtake advantage of the global opportunities
on offer, attracting inward investment andproviding first class support to investors,helping to embed companies, encourageexpansion and develop supplier links.
SDI will continue to work with our partneragencies, exporters, investors andGlobalScots to promote Scotland as oneof the most ambitious, innovative andsuccessful countries in the world and anexcellent location of choice to both liveand work.
International markets have never been more important forScotland’s future economic success and SDI is committedto helping more than 700 Scottish businesses over thenext three years to seek out global trade opportunities“
The International Financial Services District on Glasgow’s waterfront
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTManufacturing inScotland has a greatlegacy to build on
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTManufacturing inScotland has a greatlegacy to build on
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Scotland has a long and rich history ofentrepreneurs and traders and, as the newdirector of CBI Scotland, it is my job tomake sure we celebrate our businessachievements and cultivate an ambitiousand supportive environment for companiesoperating here and business from outsidelooking to invest. I see nothing butopportunity for the business community inScotland to grow and succeed.
Reflecting on my short time at the CBI sincejoining in January this year, I’ve beenstruck by how diverse and vibrant thebusiness community is in Scotland and thegreat potential that resides within thebusinesses and people who live and workhere. Businesses operating in Scotland areno less innovative and impressive thanthose I experienced in my time in the US,and we need to talk up that success.
The strength of our food and drinksindustry continues to showcase Scotlandaround the world with Scotch whiskyleading the way on exports, accounting for30% of Scottish export growth over a 10-year period up to 2012. Scotland’s ruggedlandscape and vast coastline provideopportunities for innovative renewableenergy generation which will pique theinterest of investors around the world.
Manufacturing is not a closed chapter inScotland’s history and, as a formermanufacturing power-house, Scotland hasa great legacy to build on as local firmsexpand and businesses operating aroundthe UK and Europe look to bringproduction closer to home and strengthentheir supply chains. The financial servicesindustry has a strong presence andtradition in Scotland and continues togrow, with new challengers entering themarket as we speak.
We need to continue to sell Scotland as adestination for business and talent in therest of the UK and the world, to sayScotland is open for business. With anexciting and eventful year behind us wherethe Scottish people voted to stay as part ofa United Kingdom and Glasgow took
centre stage with the CommonwealthGames and MTV Europe Music Awards,we now need to look to what’s next instore for Scotland.
If we are going to attract business andpeople who can create jobs and wealthin Scotland we need a supportiveenvironment that welcomes what businesscan bring through investment, skills,employment and aspiration - built aroundthe UK single market and well-connectedinfrastructure.
The CBI is the voice that can showcase theachievements and contributions businessesmake to the Scottish economy and societyand highlight how businesses of all sizesand government can work effectivelytogether to deliver jobs and growth forthe future.
It’s been a tremendous start to my time atthe CBI and I look forward to continuingthe work with the inspiring and diversebusiness community across Scotland andthe UK.
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CBI Scotland16 Robertson StreetGlasgowG2 8DSTel: 0141 222 2184Fax: 0141 222 2187www.cbi.org.uk
Hugh Aitken
Supply chains are strengthened by top class distribution
Businesses operating in Scotland are no less innovativeand impressive than those I experienced in my time inthe US, and we need to talk up that success“
The land of real opportunity
Scotland is open for business and our world leadingcompanies are helping to sell the country as adestination for creating wealth and jobs
Hugh Aitken, CBI Scotland Director
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Scotland has a long and rich history ofentrepreneurs and traders and, as the newdirector of CBI Scotland, it is my job tomake sure we celebrate our businessachievements and cultivate an ambitiousand supportive environment for companiesoperating here and business from outsidelooking to invest. I see nothing butopportunity for the business community inScotland to grow and succeed.
Reflecting on my short time at the CBI sincejoining in January this year, I’ve beenstruck by how diverse and vibrant thebusiness community is in Scotland and thegreat potential that resides within thebusinesses and people who live and workhere. Businesses operating in Scotland areno less innovative and impressive thanthose I experienced in my time in the US,and we need to talk up that success.
The strength of our food and drinksindustry continues to showcase Scotlandaround the world with Scotch whiskyleading the way on exports, accounting for30% of Scottish export growth over a 10-year period up to 2012. Scotland’s ruggedlandscape and vast coastline provideopportunities for innovative renewableenergy generation which will pique theinterest of investors around the world.
Manufacturing is not a closed chapter inScotland’s history and, as a formermanufacturing power-house, Scotland hasa great legacy to build on as local firmsexpand and businesses operating aroundthe UK and Europe look to bringproduction closer to home and strengthentheir supply chains. The financial servicesindustry has a strong presence andtradition in Scotland and continues togrow, with new challengers entering themarket as we speak.
We need to continue to sell Scotland as adestination for business and talent in therest of the UK and the world, to sayScotland is open for business. With anexciting and eventful year behind us wherethe Scottish people voted to stay as part ofa United Kingdom and Glasgow took
centre stage with the CommonwealthGames and MTV Europe Music Awards,we now need to look to what’s next instore for Scotland.
If we are going to attract business andpeople who can create jobs and wealthin Scotland we need a supportiveenvironment that welcomes what businesscan bring through investment, skills,employment and aspiration - built aroundthe UK single market and well-connectedinfrastructure.
The CBI is the voice that can showcase theachievements and contributions businessesmake to the Scottish economy and societyand highlight how businesses of all sizesand government can work effectivelytogether to deliver jobs and growth forthe future.
It’s been a tremendous start to my time atthe CBI and I look forward to continuingthe work with the inspiring and diversebusiness community across Scotland andthe UK.
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CBI Scotland16 Robertson StreetGlasgowG2 8DSTel: 0141 222 2184Fax: 0141 222 2187www.cbi.org.uk
Hugh Aitken
Supply chains are strengthened by top class distribution
Businesses operating in Scotland are no less innovativeand impressive than those I experienced in my time inthe US, and we need to talk up that success“
The land of real opportunity
Scotland is open for business and our world leadingcompanies are helping to sell the country as adestination for creating wealth and jobs
Hugh Aitken, CBI Scotland Director
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Last year, Scotland welcomed the world -describing, through an engaging story toldthrough a range of top class activities andevents, who we are. Through that windowto the world our people, in this placewhich we are lucky to call home, shonebrightly.
We delivered the “best CommonwealthGames ever” in and around Glasgow,our metropolitan city; we showcased thestunning Scottish scenery that framed thesporting clash of continents which is golf’sRyder Cup; and we created a truly electricatmosphere for the MTV Europe MusicAwards.
In September, amid the turmoil of the worldeconomy, Scotland also had a debateabout who we want to be. The nationalReferendum engendered an unprecedentedlevel of public engagement in a discussionabout Scotland and its place in the world.
97% of the population registered to vote.Although the result, when it came, sawa clear split of opinion on the issue ofIndependence, it was also clear to all thatScotland was looking to the future with acollective confidence and a creativity thatonce again can put us in the economicvanguard.
Just as Scotland previously led the worldinto the Industrial Revolution, stoking itsfires in the intellectual powerhouses of theEnlightenment in and around Edinburgh,our capital city, so we are now shapingup to be at the forefront of the next greateconomic transition - the journey to anew economy.
Ross Martin, Chief Executive, SCDI
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A fair wind to a stable future
As the economic storms begin to ease, Scotland looksforward with a confidence and creativity which putsthe country in the vanguard
Ross Martin, Chief Executive, SCDI
SCDI1 Cadogan SquareCadogan StreetGlasgowG2 7HFTel: 0141 243 [email protected]
Plain sailing at the leading edge of change
The characteristics of that economy arebeing shaped all across Scotland withpeople and place, and the relationshipbetween them, at the heart of the debate.
All across the country, in our cities andour towns, on our islands and in ruralScotland, people are reconnecting withplace, taking the energy of last year’sevents to shape a new future at the leadingedge of change.
As the world economy begins to turn itsface towards a period of stable growth,Scotland is once again getting ahead ofthe curve asking what that growth shouldlook like, both here at home and alsoabroad.
Would you like to be at the forefront of thenext industrial revolution, whether that’shelping the world on its journey to a lowcarbon future, creating a properly digitaleconomy or shaping a system in whichall people can realise their full potential?
If so, then look to a place where peopleof invention and innovation live, work andplay. A place that is home to creativeminds, who drive our most basicunderstanding of who we are, and alsoinquire as to who we can be.
As we continue to demonstrate throughour actions, Scotland welcomes the world.Come and join us.
We are now shaping up tobe at the forefront of the nextgreat transition - the journeyto a new economy“
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Last year, Scotland welcomed the world -describing, through an engaging story toldthrough a range of top class activities andevents, who we are. Through that windowto the world our people, in this placewhich we are lucky to call home, shonebrightly.
We delivered the “best CommonwealthGames ever” in and around Glasgow,our metropolitan city; we showcased thestunning Scottish scenery that framed thesporting clash of continents which is golf’sRyder Cup; and we created a truly electricatmosphere for the MTV Europe MusicAwards.
In September, amid the turmoil of the worldeconomy, Scotland also had a debateabout who we want to be. The nationalReferendum engendered an unprecedentedlevel of public engagement in a discussionabout Scotland and its place in the world.
97% of the population registered to vote.Although the result, when it came, sawa clear split of opinion on the issue ofIndependence, it was also clear to all thatScotland was looking to the future with acollective confidence and a creativity thatonce again can put us in the economicvanguard.
Just as Scotland previously led the worldinto the Industrial Revolution, stoking itsfires in the intellectual powerhouses of theEnlightenment in and around Edinburgh,our capital city, so we are now shapingup to be at the forefront of the next greateconomic transition - the journey to anew economy.
Ross Martin, Chief Executive, SCDI
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A fair wind to a stable future
As the economic storms begin to ease, Scotland looksforward with a confidence and creativity which putsthe country in the vanguard
Ross Martin, Chief Executive, SCDI
SCDI1 Cadogan SquareCadogan StreetGlasgowG2 7HFTel: 0141 243 [email protected]
Plain sailing at the leading edge of change
The characteristics of that economy arebeing shaped all across Scotland withpeople and place, and the relationshipbetween them, at the heart of the debate.
All across the country, in our cities andour towns, on our islands and in ruralScotland, people are reconnecting withplace, taking the energy of last year’sevents to shape a new future at the leadingedge of change.
As the world economy begins to turn itsface towards a period of stable growth,Scotland is once again getting ahead ofthe curve asking what that growth shouldlook like, both here at home and alsoabroad.
Would you like to be at the forefront of thenext industrial revolution, whether that’shelping the world on its journey to a lowcarbon future, creating a properly digitaleconomy or shaping a system in whichall people can realise their full potential?
If so, then look to a place where peopleof invention and innovation live, work andplay. A place that is home to creativeminds, who drive our most basicunderstanding of who we are, and alsoinquire as to who we can be.
As we continue to demonstrate throughour actions, Scotland welcomes the world.Come and join us.
We are now shaping up tobe at the forefront of the nextgreat transition - the journeyto a new economy“
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Exporters must seize the chance to grow their opportunities
Last year I said in a similar piece that:“We move into an exciting new year!”Well never has that statement been truer,and never has Scotland been so much onthe world stage.
2014 was a fantastic success andgenuinely - whatever your beliefs oraspirations - it was a year unlike anyother this country has ever seen.
Central, of course, was the independencereferendum in September, which was trulyhistoric and saw the admiring eyes of theworld upon us - marvelling at a violence-free, truly democratic self-determination bya nation. In the world of the 21st century,this is still a rarity.
We had a very full and frank discussion onthis important topic, had a fantastic 85%turnout at the polls and made a decisionto remain within the union of the UnitedKingdom.
My own fear, which did prove true, wasthat we would spend too little time
focussing on the economy during thedebate on the constitution.
Now, just after a historic UK election, let’shope we can see a return to real politicsand a determination by both governmentsto do what they can to facilitate andsustain economic growth. In the UK wehave a recovery, but some doubt how longit will last if we don’t all build for thefuture. This should be the target for us all.
Alongside the historic referendum, we sawsome other extremely rare happenings inScotland with the Commonwealth Gamesand the Ryder Cup, among others, andhappily they all went extremely well withsuperb results not just for the teams ofScotland and Europe but for the organisersand the reputation of Scotland.
Truly, a unique year - it was so exciting,and many thought that 2015 would be ananti-climax, but that has not transpired.
Scotland’s business organisations haveworked hard to exploit all the opportunitiesthat 2014 brought and tourism bookingsare well up. Scotland is still a very highprofile small country around the world -one with which many people want todo business.
The economy continues to recover and,while unemployment is higher than wewould want and the oil price is lower thanthe North East would want, with continued
hard work and focus on exporting we cansee the Scottish economy continue to grow.Business optimism, too, is generally high inmost sectors and we are seeing investmentlevels gradually grow.
Businesses and individuals across thecountry must keep seeking their chanceswhether locally, nationally orinternationally. They should exploit thiscountry’s profile, which won’t remain sohigh forever, at home and abroad to growtheir business.
Having recently returned from the US, Ihave seen at first hand the high profileScotland is still enjoying - something ourexporters (current and potential) shoulduse to make hay while the sun shines.
We must also drive Scotland in 2015 tosee more business start-ups and exploitour unique heritage in innovation, designand innovation.
Finally, the IoD in Scotland is workingvery hard offering director support anddevelopment to help strengthen the leadersand their businesses. We encourage alldirectors to undergo training and allboards to evaluate their performance -therein lies business improvement fromwhich we can all benefit. For 2105, moreprofessional boards and directors in allsectors in Scotland is a great aim andwill help build our economy.
David C Watt, Executive Director, Institute of Directors, Scotland
IOD Scotland 29 Abercromby PlaceEdinburgh EH3 6QETel: 0131 557 5488Fax: 0131 557 5818Email: [email protected]
Time to sow a harvestwhile the sun shines
Scotland can build on the legacy of a great year, butbusinesses must act quickly to seize the opportunitieswhile the spotlight is still on the country
David C Watt, Executive Director,Institute of Directors, Scotland
Scotland is still a very high profile smallcountry around the world - one withwhich many people want to do business“
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Exporters must seize the chance to grow their opportunities
Last year I said in a similar piece that:“We move into an exciting new year!”Well never has that statement been truer,and never has Scotland been so much onthe world stage.
2014 was a fantastic success andgenuinely - whatever your beliefs oraspirations - it was a year unlike anyother this country has ever seen.
Central, of course, was the independencereferendum in September, which was trulyhistoric and saw the admiring eyes of theworld upon us - marvelling at a violence-free, truly democratic self-determination bya nation. In the world of the 21st century,this is still a rarity.
We had a very full and frank discussion onthis important topic, had a fantastic 85%turnout at the polls and made a decisionto remain within the union of the UnitedKingdom.
My own fear, which did prove true, wasthat we would spend too little time
focussing on the economy during thedebate on the constitution.
Now, just after a historic UK election, let’shope we can see a return to real politicsand a determination by both governmentsto do what they can to facilitate andsustain economic growth. In the UK wehave a recovery, but some doubt how longit will last if we don’t all build for thefuture. This should be the target for us all.
Alongside the historic referendum, we sawsome other extremely rare happenings inScotland with the Commonwealth Gamesand the Ryder Cup, among others, andhappily they all went extremely well withsuperb results not just for the teams ofScotland and Europe but for the organisersand the reputation of Scotland.
Truly, a unique year - it was so exciting,and many thought that 2015 would be ananti-climax, but that has not transpired.
Scotland’s business organisations haveworked hard to exploit all the opportunitiesthat 2014 brought and tourism bookingsare well up. Scotland is still a very highprofile small country around the world -one with which many people want todo business.
The economy continues to recover and,while unemployment is higher than wewould want and the oil price is lower thanthe North East would want, with continued
hard work and focus on exporting we cansee the Scottish economy continue to grow.Business optimism, too, is generally high inmost sectors and we are seeing investmentlevels gradually grow.
Businesses and individuals across thecountry must keep seeking their chanceswhether locally, nationally orinternationally. They should exploit thiscountry’s profile, which won’t remain sohigh forever, at home and abroad to growtheir business.
Having recently returned from the US, Ihave seen at first hand the high profileScotland is still enjoying - something ourexporters (current and potential) shoulduse to make hay while the sun shines.
We must also drive Scotland in 2015 tosee more business start-ups and exploitour unique heritage in innovation, designand innovation.
Finally, the IoD in Scotland is workingvery hard offering director support anddevelopment to help strengthen the leadersand their businesses. We encourage alldirectors to undergo training and allboards to evaluate their performance -therein lies business improvement fromwhich we can all benefit. For 2105, moreprofessional boards and directors in allsectors in Scotland is a great aim andwill help build our economy.
David C Watt, Executive Director, Institute of Directors, Scotland
IOD Scotland 29 Abercromby PlaceEdinburgh EH3 6QETel: 0131 557 5488Fax: 0131 557 5818Email: [email protected]
Time to sow a harvestwhile the sun shines
Scotland can build on the legacy of a great year, butbusinesses must act quickly to seize the opportunitieswhile the spotlight is still on the country
David C Watt, Executive Director,Institute of Directors, Scotland
Scotland is still a very high profile smallcountry around the world - one withwhich many people want to do business“
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As the shadows cast by the economicdownturn begin to fade in Scotland, itscore cities are delivering increasinglyambitious investment programmes that dono less than transform the country’s abilityto compete on an international stage.
In total, the cities are promoting projectswith an investment value of more than£10billion, but beneath those figures aresome game-changing initiatives that makethem more appealing and competitive.
All Scotland’s cities currently are buzzing,and are giving priority to internationalisingtheir economies and attractinginternational investment on a scale notpreviously seen in the country. But there’seven more dramatic change going onthan that.
All of the major cities are re-engineeringtheir centres to create modern, attractiveand dynamic spaces for the 21st Century.The common thread running through all ofthe cities in Scotland is a determination tocreate the kind of places that people wantto live in, visit, study in and, of course,invest in.
Increasingly, cities have been looking forinternational examples of best practice toinspire a complete rethink on city centreenvironments and many have soughtinspiration from Scandanavia, where JanGehl’s reshaping of Copenhagen is seenas a model for sustainable city centres.
Key developments include:
Aberdeen’s masterplan is being agreed tocreate new and improved public spaces,with 18 separate projects to improve andupgrade the city centre. The projects inAberdeen are estimated to bring in11,000 new jobs to Scotland’s energycapital where a new £320million harbouris going ahead.
Dundee’s waterfront will both extend andenhance the city centre with new publicspace alongside the magnificent new V&Amuseum. Dundee’s waterfront includes amassive 240 acres of development land.
In Glasgow, the city’s iconic BuchananGalleries will double in size and are beingcomplimented by strategic investmentthroughout the city centre to improvestreetscape and leisure use. New publicspaces and squares will be created toenhance the city as a place to visit andto linger.
In the capital, Edinburgh will see one ofEurope’s largest regenerations projects atthe Edinburgh St James project, with morethan £700million being invested, creatinga modern retail hub for the capital - adevelopment that has already spurredproposals for further investment includingcreation of what’s been dubbed a “CoventGarden” style redevelopment of the city’sEast End.
Scotland’s cities are in good heart, but theheart of every city is being improved ona scale not seen in the modern history.Investment-ready projects have never beenmore available, nor have they been moreactively promoted. So make sure to checkthem out.
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New life looms for Edinburgh’s St James Centre
SCOTLAND’S CITIES – KEY FACTS
• Scotland’s airports are some of thefastest growing in Europe with thecountry now connected to amultitude of internationaldestinations from Brussels to Bali.
• Scotland’s cities support a thrivingfinancial services sector with morethan 100,000 jobs and more than£800billion of funds undermanagement.
• Scotland is home to world classuniversities, with eight in the top50 CUG world league table, anda highly educated workforce withup to 56% of residents educatedto degree level in some cities.
• Scotland is business-friendly withvery competitive costs in property,which can be up to one thirdcheaper than London and theSouth East of England.
Cities in good heartas investment booms
Urban investment has seldom been more dynamic, with multi-million pound projects gathering pace as the economy emergesfrom the downturn
Donald Anderson, Director of PPS Scotlandand former Council Leader of Edinburgh
Donald Anderson, Director of PPS Scotland andformer Council Leader of Edinburgh
PPS Group27 George StreetEdinburgh EH2 2PATel: 0131 226 1951www.ppsgroup.co.uk
The common thread running through all of thecities in Scotland is a determination to createthe kind of places that people want to live in,visit, study in and, of course, invest in“
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As the shadows cast by the economicdownturn begin to fade in Scotland, itscore cities are delivering increasinglyambitious investment programmes that dono less than transform the country’s abilityto compete on an international stage.
In total, the cities are promoting projectswith an investment value of more than£10billion, but beneath those figures aresome game-changing initiatives that makethem more appealing and competitive.
All Scotland’s cities currently are buzzing,and are giving priority to internationalisingtheir economies and attractinginternational investment on a scale notpreviously seen in the country. But there’seven more dramatic change going onthan that.
All of the major cities are re-engineeringtheir centres to create modern, attractiveand dynamic spaces for the 21st Century.The common thread running through all ofthe cities in Scotland is a determination tocreate the kind of places that people wantto live in, visit, study in and, of course,invest in.
Increasingly, cities have been looking forinternational examples of best practice toinspire a complete rethink on city centreenvironments and many have soughtinspiration from Scandanavia, where JanGehl’s reshaping of Copenhagen is seenas a model for sustainable city centres.
Key developments include:
Aberdeen’s masterplan is being agreed tocreate new and improved public spaces,with 18 separate projects to improve andupgrade the city centre. The projects inAberdeen are estimated to bring in11,000 new jobs to Scotland’s energycapital where a new £320million harbouris going ahead.
Dundee’s waterfront will both extend andenhance the city centre with new publicspace alongside the magnificent new V&Amuseum. Dundee’s waterfront includes amassive 240 acres of development land.
In Glasgow, the city’s iconic BuchananGalleries will double in size and are beingcomplimented by strategic investmentthroughout the city centre to improvestreetscape and leisure use. New publicspaces and squares will be created toenhance the city as a place to visit andto linger.
In the capital, Edinburgh will see one ofEurope’s largest regenerations projects atthe Edinburgh St James project, with morethan £700million being invested, creatinga modern retail hub for the capital - adevelopment that has already spurredproposals for further investment includingcreation of what’s been dubbed a “CoventGarden” style redevelopment of the city’sEast End.
Scotland’s cities are in good heart, but theheart of every city is being improved ona scale not seen in the modern history.Investment-ready projects have never beenmore available, nor have they been moreactively promoted. So make sure to checkthem out.
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New life looms for Edinburgh’s St James Centre
SCOTLAND’S CITIES – KEY FACTS
• Scotland’s airports are some of thefastest growing in Europe with thecountry now connected to amultitude of internationaldestinations from Brussels to Bali.
• Scotland’s cities support a thrivingfinancial services sector with morethan 100,000 jobs and more than£800billion of funds undermanagement.
• Scotland is home to world classuniversities, with eight in the top50 CUG world league table, anda highly educated workforce withup to 56% of residents educatedto degree level in some cities.
• Scotland is business-friendly withvery competitive costs in property,which can be up to one thirdcheaper than London and theSouth East of England.
Cities in good heartas investment booms
Urban investment has seldom been more dynamic, with multi-million pound projects gathering pace as the economy emergesfrom the downturn
Donald Anderson, Director of PPS Scotlandand former Council Leader of Edinburgh
Donald Anderson, Director of PPS Scotland andformer Council Leader of Edinburgh
PPS Group27 George StreetEdinburgh EH2 2PATel: 0131 226 1951www.ppsgroup.co.uk
The common thread running through all of thecities in Scotland is a determination to createthe kind of places that people want to live in,visit, study in and, of course, invest in“
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Over the last 30 years, my magazine hasproduced a survey of Scotland’s bestperforming companies and it is seen asa bellwether report of how the country isperforming.
In the latest survey, which covers 500companies in Scotland, we found that ifwe excluded the six big loss makers - RBS,fellow bank Clydesdale, oil and gascompanies Talisman Sinopec Energy UKand CNR international, Scotsmanpublisher Johnston Press and MurrayInternational Holdings - profits soared by40% to £12.4billion and turnover was upby 8% to £171billion.
It obviously indicated that manycompanies in Scotland have beenenjoying a strong recovery following thefinancial crisis and subsequent recession.
Of course it is not all rosy. Overall, 301companies enjoyed profit growthcompared to 255 in last year’s listingwhile 172 companies had a reductionin profits.
Sectoral analysis was very revealing.Construction was the star performer withoverall profits soaring by 1822% from£7.7million to £148.6million.
If you just walk around Edinburgh andGlasgow today you will see muchconstruction activity taking place andthere are smiles on the faces of commercialproperty professionals for the first time in a few years.
The only real downside for Scotland at themoment is the depressing effect of the oilprice on the country’s huge oil and gassector which has resulted in job cuts andwage reductions for many people workingin the industry.
However, Insider recently held an eventin Aberdeen where one of the foremostexperts in the sector predicted that wewould see a recovery in the oil price inthe next 12 months. Let us hope he is right.
Over the last 20 years. Scotland hassuccessfully managed to adapt to a fastchanging and highly competitive worldand its key strength, in my view, is itsgrowing diversity. It is not heavily relianton just on one or two industries and one ofthe most encouraging developments is thegrowth of digital businesses such as flightcomparison website Skyscanner.
There is more collaboration withuniversities to help create spin out
companies and new organisations likeEntrepreneurial Spark are helpingfledgling Scottish businesses to get offthe ground.
The universities are also producing atalented generation of young people whoare joining both established and newbusinesses.
However we cannot be complacent.Scotland needs to continually adapt tochange and we need to see morecompanies being innovative and willing toexport their products overseas. There are anumber of companies with huge exportingpotential who are not yet ready to makethe jump but, with the right help, they willhopefully do so in the years to come.
First published in April 1984, ScottishBusiness Insider has served the Scottishbusiness community for more than 30years. Accepted as the most authoritativebusiness2business publication, Insiderfeatures a number of regular reportsincluding a listing of Scotland’s Top 500companies, a quarterly listing of corporatedeals and profiles of Rising Stars andLeaders in the public and private sector.
Scotland’s Top 100 companies -see pages 128 and 129.
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Scottish Business InsiderScottish Business Insider GroupOne Central QuayGlasgowG3 8DAwww.insider.co.uk
Bouncing back to economic health
Construction, property and digital activities are onthe up and favourable predictions are being madefor the price-hit oil sector
Alasdair Northrop, Editor, Scottish Business Insider
Alasdair Northrop, Editor, Scottish Business Insider
Experts say the oil price will recover in the next
Over the last 20 years. Scotland hassuccessfully managed to adapt to a fastchanging and highly competitive worldand its key strength, in my view, is itsgrowing diversity
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Over the last 30 years, my magazine hasproduced a survey of Scotland’s bestperforming companies and it is seen asa bellwether report of how the country isperforming.
In the latest survey, which covers 500companies in Scotland, we found that ifwe excluded the six big loss makers - RBS,fellow bank Clydesdale, oil and gascompanies Talisman Sinopec Energy UKand CNR international, Scotsmanpublisher Johnston Press and MurrayInternational Holdings - profits soared by40% to £12.4billion and turnover was upby 8% to £171billion.
It obviously indicated that manycompanies in Scotland have beenenjoying a strong recovery following thefinancial crisis and subsequent recession.
Of course it is not all rosy. Overall, 301companies enjoyed profit growthcompared to 255 in last year’s listingwhile 172 companies had a reductionin profits.
Sectoral analysis was very revealing.Construction was the star performer withoverall profits soaring by 1822% from£7.7million to £148.6million.
If you just walk around Edinburgh andGlasgow today you will see muchconstruction activity taking place andthere are smiles on the faces of commercialproperty professionals for the first time in a few years.
The only real downside for Scotland at themoment is the depressing effect of the oilprice on the country’s huge oil and gassector which has resulted in job cuts andwage reductions for many people workingin the industry.
However, Insider recently held an eventin Aberdeen where one of the foremostexperts in the sector predicted that wewould see a recovery in the oil price inthe next 12 months. Let us hope he is right.
Over the last 20 years. Scotland hassuccessfully managed to adapt to a fastchanging and highly competitive worldand its key strength, in my view, is itsgrowing diversity. It is not heavily relianton just on one or two industries and one ofthe most encouraging developments is thegrowth of digital businesses such as flightcomparison website Skyscanner.
There is more collaboration withuniversities to help create spin out
companies and new organisations likeEntrepreneurial Spark are helpingfledgling Scottish businesses to get offthe ground.
The universities are also producing atalented generation of young people whoare joining both established and newbusinesses.
However we cannot be complacent.Scotland needs to continually adapt tochange and we need to see morecompanies being innovative and willing toexport their products overseas. There are anumber of companies with huge exportingpotential who are not yet ready to makethe jump but, with the right help, they willhopefully do so in the years to come.
First published in April 1984, ScottishBusiness Insider has served the Scottishbusiness community for more than 30years. Accepted as the most authoritativebusiness2business publication, Insiderfeatures a number of regular reportsincluding a listing of Scotland’s Top 500companies, a quarterly listing of corporatedeals and profiles of Rising Stars andLeaders in the public and private sector.
Scotland’s Top 100 companies -see pages 128 and 129.
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Scottish Business InsiderScottish Business Insider GroupOne Central QuayGlasgowG3 8DAwww.insider.co.uk
Bouncing back to economic health
Construction, property and digital activities are onthe up and favourable predictions are being madefor the price-hit oil sector
Alasdair Northrop, Editor, Scottish Business Insider
Alasdair Northrop, Editor, Scottish Business Insider
Experts say the oil price will recover in the next
Over the last 20 years. Scotland hassuccessfully managed to adapt to a fastchanging and highly competitive worldand its key strength, in my view, is itsgrowing diversity
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Perth is the most desirable place inScotland in which to live, work, visit andinvest. The city’s stunning location on theRiver Tay and its strategic position at thevery heart of Scotland’s road, rail andair transport networks offers a superblocation for new investment and businessrelocation.
Without bearing the high land andproperty prices of the major cities,businesses based here enjoy easy accessto Scotland’s key population centres - morethan half of Scotland’s population livewithin an hour’s drive of the city.
But this is also an area of dynamicpopulation growth, projected to grow by13% within the next decade - and by morethan a third by 2035. These statisticsrepresent the highest rate of projectedpopulation growth in Scotland.
WHY?
The area’s economic activity rateoutperforms the Scottish average. Thecurrent unemployment rate for Perth andKinross is 2.4% (Scottish average 4.1%)and its five-year business survival rate ishigher than both the Scottish and UKaverages.
In Perth City Region, 6,255 businesses turnover £9.99billion, almost a third more thanthe average Scottish local authority areabusiness base (£7.62billion).
Our ambition now is to see the city regionbuild on its strengths. To achieve this,businesses can already draw upon anextensive talent pool, with 60% of thearea’s population of working age (a totalof 90,000 people), and 61.5% of themgraduates – the joint highest percentageacross all Scottish cities.
Significant recent investment in theprovision of improved educational facilitiesand new housing is supporting the city’srapid growth, which is running alongsidemajor investment in the city’s culturaloffering and digital connectivity.
PERTH CITY INVESTMENT PLAN
This sets out planned investments in anumber of key city development projects,totalling more than £400million, which willsustain and build the regional economy.
These include the development of the RiverTay waterfront as a leisure and tourismdestination with river taxis and pontoons, aCity Centre Activity Centre and riversidekiosk opportunities complemented by
improvements to the public realm in theheart of the city centre.
More than 5,000 new homes are plannedthrough a western expansion of the urbanarea and £140million will be invested intransport infrastructure, to allow fasteraccess to national and local networks andservices. (The city has state-of-the-art digitalconnectivity and Wi-Fi and 4G coverage isplanned throughout the city centre.)
More than £50million, invested over thenext five years, will support the city’scultural and leisure facilities, including thecompletion of the PH20 project, which willcreate a unique experience and a dynamicmix of more than 20 sports and leisureopportunities.
Whatever you may need when locating,relocating or investing here, you can besure that the Invest in Perth team willsupport you. 15.3 Ha of land isimmediately available, which meetsbusiness requirements while being free ofconstraints and having secure planningstatus.
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Perth City Region:where people want to be
One of the main reasons for choosing Perth City Regionis its central position in Scotland. The real bonus,however, lies in the lifestyle
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Invest in PerthTalk to us today about your requirements:Stuart Oliver [email protected]
01738 477959Kirsty Easton [email protected]
01738 475364www.investinperth.co.uk
This is an area of dynamic population growth,projected to grow by 13% within the nextdecade - and by more than a third by 2035“
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Perth is the most desirable place inScotland in which to live, work, visit andinvest. The city’s stunning location on theRiver Tay and its strategic position at thevery heart of Scotland’s road, rail andair transport networks offers a superblocation for new investment and businessrelocation.
Without bearing the high land andproperty prices of the major cities,businesses based here enjoy easy accessto Scotland’s key population centres - morethan half of Scotland’s population livewithin an hour’s drive of the city.
But this is also an area of dynamicpopulation growth, projected to grow by13% within the next decade - and by morethan a third by 2035. These statisticsrepresent the highest rate of projectedpopulation growth in Scotland.
WHY?
The area’s economic activity rateoutperforms the Scottish average. Thecurrent unemployment rate for Perth andKinross is 2.4% (Scottish average 4.1%)and its five-year business survival rate ishigher than both the Scottish and UKaverages.
In Perth City Region, 6,255 businesses turnover £9.99billion, almost a third more thanthe average Scottish local authority areabusiness base (£7.62billion).
Our ambition now is to see the city regionbuild on its strengths. To achieve this,businesses can already draw upon anextensive talent pool, with 60% of thearea’s population of working age (a totalof 90,000 people), and 61.5% of themgraduates – the joint highest percentageacross all Scottish cities.
Significant recent investment in theprovision of improved educational facilitiesand new housing is supporting the city’srapid growth, which is running alongsidemajor investment in the city’s culturaloffering and digital connectivity.
PERTH CITY INVESTMENT PLAN
This sets out planned investments in anumber of key city development projects,totalling more than £400million, which willsustain and build the regional economy.
These include the development of the RiverTay waterfront as a leisure and tourismdestination with river taxis and pontoons, aCity Centre Activity Centre and riversidekiosk opportunities complemented by
improvements to the public realm in theheart of the city centre.
More than 5,000 new homes are plannedthrough a western expansion of the urbanarea and £140million will be invested intransport infrastructure, to allow fasteraccess to national and local networks andservices. (The city has state-of-the-art digitalconnectivity and Wi-Fi and 4G coverage isplanned throughout the city centre.)
More than £50million, invested over thenext five years, will support the city’scultural and leisure facilities, including thecompletion of the PH20 project, which willcreate a unique experience and a dynamicmix of more than 20 sports and leisureopportunities.
Whatever you may need when locating,relocating or investing here, you can besure that the Invest in Perth team willsupport you. 15.3 Ha of land isimmediately available, which meetsbusiness requirements while being free ofconstraints and having secure planningstatus.
01738 477959Stuart OliverContact
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Perth City Region:where people want to be
One of the main reasons for choosing Perth City Regionis its central position in Scotland. The real bonus,however, lies in the lifestyle
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Invest in PerthTalk to us today about your requirements:Stuart Oliver [email protected]
01738 477959Kirsty Easton [email protected]
01738 475364www.investinperth.co.uk
This is an area of dynamic population growth,projected to grow by 13% within the nextdecade - and by more than a third by 2035“
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Internationally recognised for innovationand excellence in manufacturing,logistics and chemical sciences, theFalkirk area is superbly placed inCentral Scotland to offer everyadvantage for growth and success.
Falkirk, with its central location betweenGlasgow and Edinburgh, is at the heartof Scotland’s communication networks.The Falkirk area boasts unrivalledmotorway, rail and sea connections,including the UK’s largest feeder port atGrangemouth. Excellent transport linkshave also been crucial for majorcompanies, such as Malcolm Logistics,which operate road, rail, distributionand bonded warehousing services outof the area.
Boosting Falkirk’s connections has beenat the forefront of a drive for growth andinvestment led by an innovative TaxIncremental Finance (TIF) scheme, whichhas enabled the Council to invest in a£67million infrastructure plan to improvetransport and connectivity links toestablished industrial areas and unlocka further 400,000 square metres ofprime business space and up to£500million of private sector investment.
The area’s strategic location supportskey industries including oil and gas,
energy, manufacturing and the foodand drinks industry. It is the key hub forpetrochemicals, home to Scotland’s onlymajor oil refinery and the base for itschemical sciences industry - Scotland’ssecond largest export sector generatingmore than £3billion annually.
Falkirk is recognised at Governmentlevel as an investment zone of nationalsignificance and can attract the strongsupport required to progressdevelopment projects with substantiallocal and national economic impact.
Nearly 5% of Scotland’s £134billionimport and export total passes throughthe port of Grangemouth, with£6.2billion of some of Scotland’s mostimportant commodities, includingwhisky, being taken to the port to beexported across the world.
Also home to the UK’s market leadingbus and coach builder, Falkirk’s centreof excellence in manufacturing andinnovation is supported by awardwinning further education and industrytraining - developing the mechanical,chemical and electronic engineers ofthe future.
Skills and training delivered in inspiringand modern learning environments
continue to be a priority for the area,as a new £70million Falkirk Campusbegins construction for Forth ValleyCollege while Falkirk Council hascompleted a multi-million pound projectto enhance the schools estate.
The area’s projection for continuedpopulation growth is testament to itsquality of life and the success of itsplace-making agenda. Falkirk’spopulation is growing faster than therest of the country and more than 60%of Scotland’s citizens live within a 60-minute journey.
Its rich land resources, the abilities andtalent of its people and strengths inmanufacturing, chemicals and logisticsare all key to Falkirk’s success.
The award winning 30 metre (100ft)Kelpies statues have enhanced thearea’s own landscape, national andinternational image, attracting morethan a million visitors since theiropening over a year ago. Falkirk’scentral location also means it is a greatbase to experience Scotland’s beautifulHighland scenery and some of theworld’s most famous golf courses.
Falkirk has a vibrant, powerful economywhere business and communities thrive.Falkirk is the place to do business.
Falkirk CouncilT: 01324 590960E: [email protected] - @falkirkbizwww.investfalkirk.com
Falkirk is well connectedIn a strategic position in the Central Belt, Falkirkhas unrivalled links not only to Scotland and theUK but to the rest of the world
The Falkirk Wheel and Harbour
Its rich land resources, the abilities and talent of its peopleand strengths in manufacturing, chemicals and logisticsare all key to Falkirk’s success “
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Internationally recognised for innovationand excellence in manufacturing,logistics and chemical sciences, theFalkirk area is superbly placed inCentral Scotland to offer everyadvantage for growth and success.
Falkirk, with its central location betweenGlasgow and Edinburgh, is at the heartof Scotland’s communication networks.The Falkirk area boasts unrivalledmotorway, rail and sea connections,including the UK’s largest feeder port atGrangemouth. Excellent transport linkshave also been crucial for majorcompanies, such as Malcolm Logistics,which operate road, rail, distributionand bonded warehousing services outof the area.
Boosting Falkirk’s connections has beenat the forefront of a drive for growth andinvestment led by an innovative TaxIncremental Finance (TIF) scheme, whichhas enabled the Council to invest in a£67million infrastructure plan to improvetransport and connectivity links toestablished industrial areas and unlocka further 400,000 square metres ofprime business space and up to£500million of private sector investment.
The area’s strategic location supportskey industries including oil and gas,
energy, manufacturing and the foodand drinks industry. It is the key hub forpetrochemicals, home to Scotland’s onlymajor oil refinery and the base for itschemical sciences industry - Scotland’ssecond largest export sector generatingmore than £3billion annually.
Falkirk is recognised at Governmentlevel as an investment zone of nationalsignificance and can attract the strongsupport required to progressdevelopment projects with substantiallocal and national economic impact.
Nearly 5% of Scotland’s £134billionimport and export total passes throughthe port of Grangemouth, with£6.2billion of some of Scotland’s mostimportant commodities, includingwhisky, being taken to the port to beexported across the world.
Also home to the UK’s market leadingbus and coach builder, Falkirk’s centreof excellence in manufacturing andinnovation is supported by awardwinning further education and industrytraining - developing the mechanical,chemical and electronic engineers ofthe future.
Skills and training delivered in inspiringand modern learning environments
continue to be a priority for the area,as a new £70million Falkirk Campusbegins construction for Forth ValleyCollege while Falkirk Council hascompleted a multi-million pound projectto enhance the schools estate.
The area’s projection for continuedpopulation growth is testament to itsquality of life and the success of itsplace-making agenda. Falkirk’spopulation is growing faster than therest of the country and more than 60%of Scotland’s citizens live within a 60-minute journey.
Its rich land resources, the abilities andtalent of its people and strengths inmanufacturing, chemicals and logisticsare all key to Falkirk’s success.
The award winning 30 metre (100ft)Kelpies statues have enhanced thearea’s own landscape, national andinternational image, attracting morethan a million visitors since theiropening over a year ago. Falkirk’scentral location also means it is a greatbase to experience Scotland’s beautifulHighland scenery and some of theworld’s most famous golf courses.
Falkirk has a vibrant, powerful economywhere business and communities thrive.Falkirk is the place to do business.
Falkirk CouncilT: 01324 590960E: [email protected] - @falkirkbizwww.investfalkirk.com
Falkirk is well connectedIn a strategic position in the Central Belt, Falkirkhas unrivalled links not only to Scotland and theUK but to the rest of the world
The Falkirk Wheel and Harbour
Its rich land resources, the abilities and talent of its peopleand strengths in manufacturing, chemicals and logisticsare all key to Falkirk’s success “
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The University of Edinburgh’s Old College Quad, in the heart of the City of Edinburgh
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As a global university consistentlyranked in the world’s Top 50, theUniversity of Edinburgh is activelyengaging in collaborative partnershipswith organisations across the globewhich see Edinburgh as a source ofworld-class expertise, technology andresearch facilities.
The University’s commercialisation arm,Edinburgh Research and Innovation(ERI) is a well-established leader incommercialising research andentrepreneurship. Indeed, over the past15 years, ERI has been a key driver incommercialising the intellectual propertyarising from the University’s cutting-edgeresearch and supporting enterprisingnew businesses on campus.
This is part of a strategic ambitionacross the University to translateacademic excellence into intellectual,social and economic benefits forScotland and the world at large.
The University’s success in this area wasdemonstrated in 2012 when a majoreconomic impact report by BiGGAREconomics revealed that ERI’scommercialisation activities generatemore than £140million GVA per annumfor the Scottish economy (£200million
worldwide), as well as supporting morethan 2,400 jobs in Scotland (more than3,500 jobs worldwide).
ERI has achieved such significant impactby engaging with companies at everylevel through various businessengagement initiatives that are designedto establish longer-lasting strategicpartnerships.
ERI aims to understand its partners - towork with them to better understand theirbusiness needs, ambitions and goals.It’s all about finding out what thesecompanies need to innovate anddelivering a range of innovativesolutions, from a small piece ofconsultancy through to a multi-millionpound research project.
Over the past five years, the result ofEdinburgh’s dedication to supportingbusiness has been an impressive 2,500industry collaborations, worth anestimated £79million.
Edinburgh is also a leading universityfor supporting the entrepreneurial spirit.
Over the past 10 years, ERI hastransformed its enterprise supportprogramme into a successful and award-winning part of its commercialisation
and knowledge transfer strategy,helping entrepreneurial staff andstudents launch nearly 300 businesses.
Substantial funding and resources havebeen allocated to develop an intensiveenterprise support programme for staff,researchers and students, which includesmentoring, advice and training.
This has been shown to make a hugedifference to the start-up and spin-outcompanies, and increases the chancesof succeeding and making a commercialreturn for investors.
This is further enhanced through theUniversity’s investment fund, calledOld College Capital, which providesgrowth and development finance intoearly and mid-stage spin-out and start-upcompanies as part of syndicated venturecapital rounds.
In the past five years, companiescreated at Edinburgh have raised morethan £275million in investment capitaland generated more than £664millionin turnover.
Such a remarkable achievement testifiesto the University’s position as one ofthe UK’s top-performing enterpriseuniversities.
Academic excellencedrives economic growth
To succeed in working with business, universities need tounderstand their partners. Edinburgh Research and Innovationhas shown the way by engaging at every level
In the past five years, companies created at Edinburgh haveraised more than £275million in investment capital andgenerated more than £664million in turnover“
Edinburgh Research and Innovation1-7 Roxburgh StreetEdinburghEH8 9TATel: +44 (0)131 650 9090Email: [email protected]
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The University of Edinburgh’s Old College Quad, in the heart of the City of Edinburgh
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As a global university consistentlyranked in the world’s Top 50, theUniversity of Edinburgh is activelyengaging in collaborative partnershipswith organisations across the globewhich see Edinburgh as a source ofworld-class expertise, technology andresearch facilities.
The University’s commercialisation arm,Edinburgh Research and Innovation(ERI) is a well-established leader incommercialising research andentrepreneurship. Indeed, over the past15 years, ERI has been a key driver incommercialising the intellectual propertyarising from the University’s cutting-edgeresearch and supporting enterprisingnew businesses on campus.
This is part of a strategic ambitionacross the University to translateacademic excellence into intellectual,social and economic benefits forScotland and the world at large.
The University’s success in this area wasdemonstrated in 2012 when a majoreconomic impact report by BiGGAREconomics revealed that ERI’scommercialisation activities generatemore than £140million GVA per annumfor the Scottish economy (£200million
worldwide), as well as supporting morethan 2,400 jobs in Scotland (more than3,500 jobs worldwide).
ERI has achieved such significant impactby engaging with companies at everylevel through various businessengagement initiatives that are designedto establish longer-lasting strategicpartnerships.
ERI aims to understand its partners - towork with them to better understand theirbusiness needs, ambitions and goals.It’s all about finding out what thesecompanies need to innovate anddelivering a range of innovativesolutions, from a small piece ofconsultancy through to a multi-millionpound research project.
Over the past five years, the result ofEdinburgh’s dedication to supportingbusiness has been an impressive 2,500industry collaborations, worth anestimated £79million.
Edinburgh is also a leading universityfor supporting the entrepreneurial spirit.
Over the past 10 years, ERI hastransformed its enterprise supportprogramme into a successful and award-winning part of its commercialisation
and knowledge transfer strategy,helping entrepreneurial staff andstudents launch nearly 300 businesses.
Substantial funding and resources havebeen allocated to develop an intensiveenterprise support programme for staff,researchers and students, which includesmentoring, advice and training.
This has been shown to make a hugedifference to the start-up and spin-outcompanies, and increases the chancesof succeeding and making a commercialreturn for investors.
This is further enhanced through theUniversity’s investment fund, calledOld College Capital, which providesgrowth and development finance intoearly and mid-stage spin-out and start-upcompanies as part of syndicated venturecapital rounds.
In the past five years, companiescreated at Edinburgh have raised morethan £275million in investment capitaland generated more than £664millionin turnover.
Such a remarkable achievement testifiesto the University’s position as one ofthe UK’s top-performing enterpriseuniversities.
Academic excellencedrives economic growth
To succeed in working with business, universities need tounderstand their partners. Edinburgh Research and Innovationhas shown the way by engaging at every level
In the past five years, companies created at Edinburgh haveraised more than £275million in investment capital andgenerated more than £664million in turnover“
Edinburgh Research and Innovation1-7 Roxburgh StreetEdinburghEH8 9TATel: +44 (0)131 650 9090Email: [email protected]
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ABERDEENCity of energy
Aberdeen Harbour, Western Europe’s principal port for the energy sector
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Doing business in Aberdeen, backed by ambitious investment programmes
Aberdeen has drive and ambition, withan enviable position as a leading globalenergy hub. The seismic shift in recentdecades from traditional industries tothe ever-developing energy sector hastransformed the city into one of the UK’skey economic powerhouses.
With the highest labour productivityrates in the UK outside London, and oneof the highest business start-up andsurvival rates in the UK, Aberdeen isvery much open for both business andinvestment.
The 2014 Demos-PwC Good Growthfor Cities Index ranked Aberdeen as thesecond highest performing city in theUK, based on a range of economicsuccess and wellbeing indicators,particularly focusing on employment,health, income and skills.
With a confident and inspiring visionto remain at the heart of one of the mostrobust and resilient economies inEurope, Aberdeen has a portfolio ofmajor projects designed to achieve thisambition. Working in partnership, thecity’s key agencies are focused ondelivering a 20 year City CentreMasterplan that will change the face
of Aberdeen City Centre and create anattractive environment to Invest, Liveand Visit.
In partnership with our counterparts inAberdeenshire, the City is also innegotiation with the Scottish and UKGovernments for a City Region Deal.The Deal promises to be the mostambitious investment programme everdeveloped by the public, private andeducation sectors in Aberdeen andAberdeenshire and aims to releasesome £2.9billion for infrastructureimprovements over the next 20 years,supported by an economic strategyfocusing on internationalisation,innovation and skills development.
These ambitious plans will act ascatalysts for growth and diversification,with a positive impact on the economy,transport and digital connectivity,infrastructure, housing and jobs – thekey elements needed to attract andretain the people who drive forwardthe local economy.
Aberdeen is home to around 1500energy companies - one of the world’sbiggest clusters of international oil andgas companies, second only to Houston
- and to four of Scotland’s top 10businesses, with a collective turnoverof £8billion.
The city is also proud of its highly-skilledworkforce, with 30% of the workforceemployed as managers, directors or inprofessional occupations, and 42% ofthe workforce holding NVQ4+qualifications (compared to the UKaverage of 35%).
With nearly 30,000 students inAberdeen (more than 12% of the city’spopulation) at two high-rankinguniversities, and more than 19,000students across the region at Scotland’slargest further education college,Aberdeen has a clear focus ondeveloping the highly-skilled workforceof the future.
Further development andinternationalisation of our economy isvital. While our products and servicesin Energy, Life Sciences, Engineeringand Subsea Technologies, Food andDrink and Tourism are already world-renowned, continued investment willensure Aberdeen stays at the forefrontof global markets and remains one ofthe most competitive cities in the world.
www.aberdeencity.gov.uk www.aberdeeninvestlivevisit.co.uk
City of energyThe second highest performing city in the UK,Aberdeen is bustling with energy and has astrong vision for a sustainable future
Aberdeen is home to around 1500 energy companies -one of the world’s biggest clusters of international oil andgas companies, second only to Houston“
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Doing business in Aberdeen, backed by ambitious investment programmes
Aberdeen has drive and ambition, withan enviable position as a leading globalenergy hub. The seismic shift in recentdecades from traditional industries tothe ever-developing energy sector hastransformed the city into one of the UK’skey economic powerhouses.
With the highest labour productivityrates in the UK outside London, and oneof the highest business start-up andsurvival rates in the UK, Aberdeen isvery much open for both business andinvestment.
The 2014 Demos-PwC Good Growthfor Cities Index ranked Aberdeen as thesecond highest performing city in theUK, based on a range of economicsuccess and wellbeing indicators,particularly focusing on employment,health, income and skills.
With a confident and inspiring visionto remain at the heart of one of the mostrobust and resilient economies inEurope, Aberdeen has a portfolio ofmajor projects designed to achieve thisambition. Working in partnership, thecity’s key agencies are focused ondelivering a 20 year City CentreMasterplan that will change the face
of Aberdeen City Centre and create anattractive environment to Invest, Liveand Visit.
In partnership with our counterparts inAberdeenshire, the City is also innegotiation with the Scottish and UKGovernments for a City Region Deal.The Deal promises to be the mostambitious investment programme everdeveloped by the public, private andeducation sectors in Aberdeen andAberdeenshire and aims to releasesome £2.9billion for infrastructureimprovements over the next 20 years,supported by an economic strategyfocusing on internationalisation,innovation and skills development.
These ambitious plans will act ascatalysts for growth and diversification,with a positive impact on the economy,transport and digital connectivity,infrastructure, housing and jobs – thekey elements needed to attract andretain the people who drive forwardthe local economy.
Aberdeen is home to around 1500energy companies - one of the world’sbiggest clusters of international oil andgas companies, second only to Houston
- and to four of Scotland’s top 10businesses, with a collective turnoverof £8billion.
The city is also proud of its highly-skilledworkforce, with 30% of the workforceemployed as managers, directors or inprofessional occupations, and 42% ofthe workforce holding NVQ4+qualifications (compared to the UKaverage of 35%).
With nearly 30,000 students inAberdeen (more than 12% of the city’spopulation) at two high-rankinguniversities, and more than 19,000students across the region at Scotland’slargest further education college,Aberdeen has a clear focus ondeveloping the highly-skilled workforceof the future.
Further development andinternationalisation of our economy isvital. While our products and servicesin Energy, Life Sciences, Engineeringand Subsea Technologies, Food andDrink and Tourism are already world-renowned, continued investment willensure Aberdeen stays at the forefrontof global markets and remains one ofthe most competitive cities in the world.
www.aberdeencity.gov.uk www.aberdeeninvestlivevisit.co.uk
City of energyThe second highest performing city in the UK,Aberdeen is bustling with energy and has astrong vision for a sustainable future
Aberdeen is home to around 1500 energy companies -one of the world’s biggest clusters of international oil andgas companies, second only to Houston“
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On the fast trackto a great future
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Young engineers from Newton Grange Primary celebrate the new Borders railway
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Railway work goes on at Leaderfoot Viaduct.
Midlothian is steeped in history withicons such as Rosslyn Chapel, theNational Mining Museum Scotland,and Dalkeith Country Park, which iscurrently being revamped as part ofa £3.5million investment.
With the Pentland Hills Regional Parkon its doorstep, Midlothian is part of awider City Region contributing justunder £21billion of gross value addedto the Scottish economy. That’s around20% of Scotland’s wealth.
Midlothian is committed to increasingthat £21billion figure by capitalisingon the opportunities the new BordersRailway will bring to attract new people,new businesses, new housing and newjobs to the area.
It already has taken advantage of itsproud industrial past to move into ahigh-technology present and future witha number of top-quality, affordablebusiness locations in green, semi-ruralsurroundings with high speedbroadband connectivity, which aregood for employers and employees.
Key sectors include tourism,construction, food and drink and scienceand technology - including one ofScotland’s few designated Life ScienceEnterprise Areas at the Biocampus.
There are clear opportunities forinvestment-led growth and MidlothianCouncil is working with partnersincluding its neighbouring authorities,VisitScotland, and Scottish Enterpriseto boost inward investment along therailway corridor.
Designated “Assisted Area” statusmeans that grant incentives areavailable for eligible businessdevelopment.
The Borders Railway Investment Fundwill support expanding companies,while the Borders Railway InwardInvestment Prospectus will attract newbusinesses to the area and maximisenew markets through highlighting the
many opportunities via a web-basedinteractive map and portal showcasingspecific development opportunities forthe housing, commercial and leisuresectors.
The Borders Railway TourismDevelopment Programme will supportambitious businesses in the tourismsector to create quality, authenticexperiences and innovative newproducts and services.
There is plenty to attract newcomerswhether visiting for a few days ormaking Midlothian home. Approvedplans are now being implemented forthe new community at Shawfair,bordering the City of Edinburgh.A major new community developmentis also due at Gorebridge.
Along with neighbouring communitiesof Danderhall, Newton and Millerhill,Shawfair Station, at the heart of the newShawfair town centre, will serve morethan 4,000 new homes, new schoolsand new industrial and commercialdevelopment.
With four new stations and direct raillinks connecting the county with the restof Scotland and beyond, the BordersRailway will transform Midlothian.Shawfair, along with the three otherstations at Eskbank, Newtongrange andGorebridge, will boast a network ofwalking and cycle routes accessing thecounty’s wealth of countryside andtourist attractions and linking its towncentres.
In addition, integrating rail with othertransport modes around the station hubswill give easy access to housing, work,tourist attractions and further educationestablishments including EdinburghCollege, and Newbattle Abbey College.
Excitement about the opening of theBorders Railway is mounting inMidlothian. And no wonder. Whenthat first train rolls down the tracks itwill herald a new future not just for thecounty, but for all of south-east Scotland.
Midlothian Councilwww.midlothian.gov.uk/invest-in-midlothianE: [email protected]
Midlothian: the heart ofbusiness and communityLess than 10 miles south of Edinburgh city centre, Midlothianis a great location in which to live, work, and play
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Railway work goes on at Leaderfoot Viaduct.
Midlothian is steeped in history withicons such as Rosslyn Chapel, theNational Mining Museum Scotland,and Dalkeith Country Park, which iscurrently being revamped as part ofa £3.5million investment.
With the Pentland Hills Regional Parkon its doorstep, Midlothian is part of awider City Region contributing justunder £21billion of gross value addedto the Scottish economy. That’s around20% of Scotland’s wealth.
Midlothian is committed to increasingthat £21billion figure by capitalisingon the opportunities the new BordersRailway will bring to attract new people,new businesses, new housing and newjobs to the area.
It already has taken advantage of itsproud industrial past to move into ahigh-technology present and future witha number of top-quality, affordablebusiness locations in green, semi-ruralsurroundings with high speedbroadband connectivity, which aregood for employers and employees.
Key sectors include tourism,construction, food and drink and scienceand technology - including one ofScotland’s few designated Life ScienceEnterprise Areas at the Biocampus.
There are clear opportunities forinvestment-led growth and MidlothianCouncil is working with partnersincluding its neighbouring authorities,VisitScotland, and Scottish Enterpriseto boost inward investment along therailway corridor.
Designated “Assisted Area” statusmeans that grant incentives areavailable for eligible businessdevelopment.
The Borders Railway Investment Fundwill support expanding companies,while the Borders Railway InwardInvestment Prospectus will attract newbusinesses to the area and maximisenew markets through highlighting the
many opportunities via a web-basedinteractive map and portal showcasingspecific development opportunities forthe housing, commercial and leisuresectors.
The Borders Railway TourismDevelopment Programme will supportambitious businesses in the tourismsector to create quality, authenticexperiences and innovative newproducts and services.
There is plenty to attract newcomerswhether visiting for a few days ormaking Midlothian home. Approvedplans are now being implemented forthe new community at Shawfair,bordering the City of Edinburgh.A major new community developmentis also due at Gorebridge.
Along with neighbouring communitiesof Danderhall, Newton and Millerhill,Shawfair Station, at the heart of the newShawfair town centre, will serve morethan 4,000 new homes, new schoolsand new industrial and commercialdevelopment.
With four new stations and direct raillinks connecting the county with the restof Scotland and beyond, the BordersRailway will transform Midlothian.Shawfair, along with the three otherstations at Eskbank, Newtongrange andGorebridge, will boast a network ofwalking and cycle routes accessing thecounty’s wealth of countryside andtourist attractions and linking its towncentres.
In addition, integrating rail with othertransport modes around the station hubswill give easy access to housing, work,tourist attractions and further educationestablishments including EdinburghCollege, and Newbattle Abbey College.
Excitement about the opening of theBorders Railway is mounting inMidlothian. And no wonder. Whenthat first train rolls down the tracks itwill herald a new future not just for thecounty, but for all of south-east Scotland.
Midlothian Councilwww.midlothian.gov.uk/invest-in-midlothianE: [email protected]
Midlothian: the heart ofbusiness and communityLess than 10 miles south of Edinburgh city centre, Midlothianis a great location in which to live, work, and play
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Passion aplenty at the Melrose Sevens
The new Borders Railway line, whichwill run from Tweedbank in the ScottishBorders to Edinburgh Waverley, opensthis September and will be the longestnew domestic railway line to be openedin the United Kingdom for more than100 years.
Within the Scottish Borders, three newstations are being built at Tweedbank,Galashiels and Stow. The route willgreatly improve connectivity betweenthe heart of the Scottish Borders andScotland’s capital city as well asdestinations on the rest of the nationalrail network, presenting businesses witha great opportunity to re-locate to thearea.
The Scottish Borders is home to almost5,000 businesses, including many fromthe key growth sectors of food anddrink, creative industries, tourism, andfinancial services. Key employers in thearea include NHS Borders, ProStrakanGroup, Emtelle UK, Borders College,and Lyle & Scott.
The opportunities available to businessesare complemented by a well-educatedworkforce whose mobility will beenhanced by the railway.
The Scottish Borders is set amidststunning countryside and has manyinternationally significant touristattractions such as Abbotsford, the homeof Sir Walter Scott, Melrose Abbey,Tweed Valley Forest Park, centre ofmountain biking excellence and worldclass diving at St Abbs marine reserveon the beautiful Berwickshire coast.
In 2013, 1.9 million visitors came to thearea, resulting in an economic benefit of£184million to the region. The BordersRailway Tourism Business DevelopmentProgramme will look to increase thesenumbers by developing innovativeproducts and services and by creatingquality, authentic experiences.
Scottish Borders Council is working inpartnership with the local authorities inEdinburgh and Midlothian as well asScottish Enterprise and ScottishDevelopment International to attract newinvestment along the route of therailway. There are two strands of workinvolved in this effort.
An inward investment prospectus will bepublished this July. It will promote site-specific development opportunities forthe housing, commercial and leisure
sectors, and describe the incentivesavailable to inward investors. Theprospectus will have its own websiteand will be available in hard and softcopy.
A Borders Railway Investment Fund willassist businesses with growth potential indeveloping and implementing projects.A Borders Railway Inward InvestmentResponse will assist businesses andpublic sector agencies re-locating to thearea to make the most of their move.
The Scottish Borders offer a cost-competitive location and an excellentquality of life. From traditional industriesto progressive, modern businesses, thespirit of enterprise, creativity andinnovation is strong across the area.From bustling towns to picturesquevillages, excellent schools, affordablehousing, outdoor activities and sports,all set amidst breath-taking countryside,it is hard to find a better place to liveand work.
Scottish Borders CouncilFor further information about investing inthe Scottish Borders, please contact:[email protected]
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Borders: an inspiring place to invest,live, work, learn, and visitThe new Borders Railway means full steam aheadfor a picturesque region with significant incentivesfor inward investors
The Scottish Borders offer a cost-competitive location andan excellent quality of life. From traditional industries toprogressive, modern businesses, the spirit of enterprise,creativity and innovation is strong“
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Passion aplenty at the Melrose Sevens
The new Borders Railway line, whichwill run from Tweedbank in the ScottishBorders to Edinburgh Waverley, opensthis September and will be the longestnew domestic railway line to be openedin the United Kingdom for more than100 years.
Within the Scottish Borders, three newstations are being built at Tweedbank,Galashiels and Stow. The route willgreatly improve connectivity betweenthe heart of the Scottish Borders andScotland’s capital city as well asdestinations on the rest of the nationalrail network, presenting businesses witha great opportunity to re-locate to thearea.
The Scottish Borders is home to almost5,000 businesses, including many fromthe key growth sectors of food anddrink, creative industries, tourism, andfinancial services. Key employers in thearea include NHS Borders, ProStrakanGroup, Emtelle UK, Borders College,and Lyle & Scott.
The opportunities available to businessesare complemented by a well-educatedworkforce whose mobility will beenhanced by the railway.
The Scottish Borders is set amidststunning countryside and has manyinternationally significant touristattractions such as Abbotsford, the homeof Sir Walter Scott, Melrose Abbey,Tweed Valley Forest Park, centre ofmountain biking excellence and worldclass diving at St Abbs marine reserveon the beautiful Berwickshire coast.
In 2013, 1.9 million visitors came to thearea, resulting in an economic benefit of£184million to the region. The BordersRailway Tourism Business DevelopmentProgramme will look to increase thesenumbers by developing innovativeproducts and services and by creatingquality, authentic experiences.
Scottish Borders Council is working inpartnership with the local authorities inEdinburgh and Midlothian as well asScottish Enterprise and ScottishDevelopment International to attract newinvestment along the route of therailway. There are two strands of workinvolved in this effort.
An inward investment prospectus will bepublished this July. It will promote site-specific development opportunities forthe housing, commercial and leisure
sectors, and describe the incentivesavailable to inward investors. Theprospectus will have its own websiteand will be available in hard and softcopy.
A Borders Railway Investment Fund willassist businesses with growth potential indeveloping and implementing projects.A Borders Railway Inward InvestmentResponse will assist businesses andpublic sector agencies re-locating to thearea to make the most of their move.
The Scottish Borders offer a cost-competitive location and an excellentquality of life. From traditional industriesto progressive, modern businesses, thespirit of enterprise, creativity andinnovation is strong across the area.From bustling towns to picturesquevillages, excellent schools, affordablehousing, outdoor activities and sports,all set amidst breath-taking countryside,it is hard to find a better place to liveand work.
Scottish Borders CouncilFor further information about investing inthe Scottish Borders, please contact:[email protected]
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Borders: an inspiring place to invest,live, work, learn, and visitThe new Borders Railway means full steam aheadfor a picturesque region with significant incentivesfor inward investors
The Scottish Borders offer a cost-competitive location andan excellent quality of life. From traditional industries toprogressive, modern businesses, the spirit of enterprise,creativity and innovation is strong“
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STIRLINGA vision for Stirling
A winter landscape: the beautiful countryside surrounding Stirling
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STIRLINGA vision for Stirling
A winter landscape: the beautiful countryside surrounding Stirling
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The iconic Wallace Monument, seen from the ancient village of Cambuskenneth
Stirling Council Tel: +44 (0)1786 233 150Email: [email protected]
Our vision is to build on a solid base byinvesting in bolder infrastructure plans,skills development, business support andrural development“
A vibrant and cosmopolitan city located atthe heart of Scotland, Stirling has boldplans to grow its diverse and expandingeconomy, and position itself as a world-class business location and a great placeto live and work.
At Stirling Council, we are working closelywith the business community and our manypartners to realise our ambitious vision forStirling’s economy; marketing the area’sunique advantages, advancing investmentopportunities and encouragingdiversification and growth.
Our revitalised Economic Strategy includesaspirational activities to support newbusiness start-ups, faster growth ofsuccessful businesses, the attraction ofinward investment and internationalbusiness development in both the cityand our thriving rural communities.
We have established a City Commissionto support delivery of an ambitiousand strategic city investment plan anddevelopment framework, designed tostimulate growth across the region andre-position Stirling as an economic andcultural powerhouse.
We have also created the £500,000Stirling Business Investment Fund, to helpsmall and medium-sized businesses toimprove their competitiveness, accessnew markets and create high-valueemployment.
Stirling sits at the hub of Scotland’stransport network, with the country’s twomajor international airports both only 30minutes away, making it the ideal choiceto service both domestic and internationalmarkets.
More than half of Scotland’s populationlives within an hour’s travel of Stirling,providing a highly skilled workforce and
customer base, and Scotland’s largestdeep-sea container port is just 15 milesaway at Grangemouth.
The area also offers an exceptional qualityof life. The ancient capital of Scotland, itshistoric setting, stunning scenery andvibrant leisure and cultural opportunitiesmake it an ideal tourist destination. Theindustry accounts for almost £430millionin revenue.
Stirling’s population of 91,000 is highlyskilled, and Stirling residents are morequalified than the Scottish average with athird in possession of HND or degree-levelqualifications. Stirling also boasts a highlyentrepreneurial culture, where the 11%self-employment rate again outstrips theScottish average, and the talent pool isone that is constantly refuelled.
Forth Valley College recently opened anew £29million state-of-the-art campus inthe city, and, as one of Scotland’s mostoutstanding educational institutions,Stirling University has an internationalstudent base of around 9,500 students.
Over the past decade, Stirling hasexperienced a higher rate of growth inbusiness than Scotland as a whole. Thecity’s diverse business profile boastsaround 4,000 businesses employing
approximately 35,000 people. Big nameswho have chosen to make Stirling theirhome include Prudential, Capita, FalconFood Services, Graham’s The Family Dairyand the Scottish Environment ProtectionAgency (SEPA).
Key sectors include finance, business,environment, life sciences, softwaredevelopment and hospitality, hosted inStirling’s varied business park settings,from Forthside in the heart of the city toCastle Business Park adjacent to the M9motorway.
Springkerse and Stirling UniversityInnovation Park provide an ideal basefor cutting-edge businesses, as well asmore traditional industrial andmanufacturing enterprises, in what isa competitive location for both start-upsand established business growth.
Our existing business base shows Stirling’sability to grow and attract thriving, high-value investment from the UK andoverseas. Our vision is to build on thatsolid base by investing in bolderinfrastructure plans, skills development,business support and rural development.This is an exciting time for Stirling. We areproud of what we have to offer, open toopportunities, and ambitious for the future.
Stewart Carruth
A vision for Stirling
The ancient capital of Scotland is flourishing as aneconomic and cultural powerhouse in the modern age,with unique advantages and investment opportunities
Stewart Carruth, Chief Executive, Stirling Council
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The iconic Wallace Monument, seen from the ancient village of Cambuskenneth
Stirling Council Tel: +44 (0)1786 233 150Email: [email protected]
Our vision is to build on a solid base byinvesting in bolder infrastructure plans,skills development, business support andrural development“
A vibrant and cosmopolitan city located atthe heart of Scotland, Stirling has boldplans to grow its diverse and expandingeconomy, and position itself as a world-class business location and a great placeto live and work.
At Stirling Council, we are working closelywith the business community and our manypartners to realise our ambitious vision forStirling’s economy; marketing the area’sunique advantages, advancing investmentopportunities and encouragingdiversification and growth.
Our revitalised Economic Strategy includesaspirational activities to support newbusiness start-ups, faster growth ofsuccessful businesses, the attraction ofinward investment and internationalbusiness development in both the cityand our thriving rural communities.
We have established a City Commissionto support delivery of an ambitiousand strategic city investment plan anddevelopment framework, designed tostimulate growth across the region andre-position Stirling as an economic andcultural powerhouse.
We have also created the £500,000Stirling Business Investment Fund, to helpsmall and medium-sized businesses toimprove their competitiveness, accessnew markets and create high-valueemployment.
Stirling sits at the hub of Scotland’stransport network, with the country’s twomajor international airports both only 30minutes away, making it the ideal choiceto service both domestic and internationalmarkets.
More than half of Scotland’s populationlives within an hour’s travel of Stirling,providing a highly skilled workforce and
customer base, and Scotland’s largestdeep-sea container port is just 15 milesaway at Grangemouth.
The area also offers an exceptional qualityof life. The ancient capital of Scotland, itshistoric setting, stunning scenery andvibrant leisure and cultural opportunitiesmake it an ideal tourist destination. Theindustry accounts for almost £430millionin revenue.
Stirling’s population of 91,000 is highlyskilled, and Stirling residents are morequalified than the Scottish average with athird in possession of HND or degree-levelqualifications. Stirling also boasts a highlyentrepreneurial culture, where the 11%self-employment rate again outstrips theScottish average, and the talent pool isone that is constantly refuelled.
Forth Valley College recently opened anew £29million state-of-the-art campus inthe city, and, as one of Scotland’s mostoutstanding educational institutions,Stirling University has an internationalstudent base of around 9,500 students.
Over the past decade, Stirling hasexperienced a higher rate of growth inbusiness than Scotland as a whole. Thecity’s diverse business profile boastsaround 4,000 businesses employing
approximately 35,000 people. Big nameswho have chosen to make Stirling theirhome include Prudential, Capita, FalconFood Services, Graham’s The Family Dairyand the Scottish Environment ProtectionAgency (SEPA).
Key sectors include finance, business,environment, life sciences, softwaredevelopment and hospitality, hosted inStirling’s varied business park settings,from Forthside in the heart of the city toCastle Business Park adjacent to the M9motorway.
Springkerse and Stirling UniversityInnovation Park provide an ideal basefor cutting-edge businesses, as well asmore traditional industrial andmanufacturing enterprises, in what isa competitive location for both start-upsand established business growth.
Our existing business base shows Stirling’sability to grow and attract thriving, high-value investment from the UK andoverseas. Our vision is to build on thatsolid base by investing in bolderinfrastructure plans, skills development,business support and rural development.This is an exciting time for Stirling. We areproud of what we have to offer, open toopportunities, and ambitious for the future.
Stewart Carruth
A vision for Stirling
The ancient capital of Scotland is flourishing as aneconomic and cultural powerhouse in the modern age,with unique advantages and investment opportunities
Stewart Carruth, Chief Executive, Stirling Council
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FALKIRKScotland’s gatewayto the world
Night falls on the distinctive industrial landscape of Grangemouth
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FALKIRKScotland’s gatewayto the world
Night falls on the distinctive industrial landscape of Grangemouth
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The bustling container terminal at the Port of Grangemouth
Forth Ports LimitedT: 01324 482591twitter: @forthportswww.forthports.co.ukwww.investfalkirk.com
Ports are often the silent workhorses in thelogistics process, hidden behind securitygates which are required underinternational ship and port securitylegislation, but they play a vital role inScotland’s economy. As one of the UK’slargest port groups, Forth Ports handlesmillions of tonnes of cargo each year andconnects Scotland with the world.
Forth Ports owns and runs a group ofregionally based ports in Central Scotland,Tayside and in Tilbury on the Thames.I have worked with the company for13 years across the group and I amresponsible for the diverse ScottishOperations. Our major ports includeGrangemouth, Rosyth, Leith and Dundeewhich all contribute significantly to theScottish economy, supporting many keyand emerging industries, such as oil andgas, food and drink, agriculture, tourism,manufacturing and renewable energy.
Grangemouth is the largest of our Scottishports and operates the country’s biggestcontainer terminal, handling more than150,000 containers each year andrepresenting one of the major gatewaysto the world for the export and import ofgoods. Regular container services includeweekly sailings to Rotterdam, Antwerp,Felixstowe and Hamburg.
A significant area of the Port ofGrangemouth is dedicated to liquid cargowith a number of jetties serving our oil andgas customers such as BP, INEOS, andNustar, as well as the food industry viaED&F Man, which handles food gradematerials for a number of Central Scotlandcustomers.
Grangemouth contributes significantly toScotland’s GDP with more than £6.2billionworth of goods passing through the portannually. The port also contributes to thelocal Falkirk economy and we employaround 225 people. We regularly investin our ports in response to customer andindustry demand. In 2015, Grangemouthis undergoing significant infrastructureimprovements to increase the capacityof the container terminal, allowing thestorage of containers three-high asopposed to the current two-high.
An important cargo for the containerbusiness in Grangemouth is Scotch whisky,but significant other trade includeschemicals in bulk containers, electronicgoods, machinery and manufacturedgoods. Grangemouth is also a major hubfor general cargo, handling approximately250,000 tonnes a year of iron and steel,paper, timber, bulk cargoes and otherproducts including waste for energy cargo.
The port is also an important distributionhub for many businesses who takeadvantage of the central location andaccessibility of the port to the majority ofScotland’s population. While the port is anEast coast facility facing mainland Europe,which delivers huge logistics benefits, itis also worth recognising that the portactually sits in the heart of Scotland, withthe Falkirk and Grangemouth area being
equidistant from the cities of Glasgowand Edinburgh and with direct roadconnections to the cities in the North.
It is this strategic location, along with theindustry cluster that already exists in thearea that resulted in Grangemouth andFalkirk being recognised by the ScottishGovernment as a strategic investment zonewithin the National Planning Framework.This designation covers both the chemicaland freight industries recognising that, aswell as the port, there are a number ofkey Central Scotland hauliers and logisticswarehousing facilities within the district,all of which are helping to assist industryin the area and beyond. We are currentlyinvesting in a new distribution park at theport where we can offer a full Portcentricservice for customers.
A key part of our business success isour connectivity, supported by recentinvestments by Falkirk Council under theTax Incremental Finance (TIF) scheme inparticular. The road improvements in theFalkirk area are a great benefit to ourcustomers and road transport partnerswho can access the port more efficiently.
As a major employer and economicgenerator in the Falkirk area we are akey partner working with Falkirk Councilin the effort to continuously improve andtransform the local economy.
Scotland’s gateway to the world
Efficient ports are the key to export success andsubstantial investment in Scottish ports means theyare contributing hugely to the country’s economy
Stuart Wallace, Divisional Director of Forth Ports
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In 2015, Grangemouth is undergoing significantinfrastructure improvements to increase thecapacity of the container terminal“
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The bustling container terminal at the Port of Grangemouth
Forth Ports LimitedT: 01324 482591twitter: @forthportswww.forthports.co.ukwww.investfalkirk.com
Ports are often the silent workhorses in thelogistics process, hidden behind securitygates which are required underinternational ship and port securitylegislation, but they play a vital role inScotland’s economy. As one of the UK’slargest port groups, Forth Ports handlesmillions of tonnes of cargo each year andconnects Scotland with the world.
Forth Ports owns and runs a group ofregionally based ports in Central Scotland,Tayside and in Tilbury on the Thames.I have worked with the company for13 years across the group and I amresponsible for the diverse ScottishOperations. Our major ports includeGrangemouth, Rosyth, Leith and Dundeewhich all contribute significantly to theScottish economy, supporting many keyand emerging industries, such as oil andgas, food and drink, agriculture, tourism,manufacturing and renewable energy.
Grangemouth is the largest of our Scottishports and operates the country’s biggestcontainer terminal, handling more than150,000 containers each year andrepresenting one of the major gatewaysto the world for the export and import ofgoods. Regular container services includeweekly sailings to Rotterdam, Antwerp,Felixstowe and Hamburg.
A significant area of the Port ofGrangemouth is dedicated to liquid cargowith a number of jetties serving our oil andgas customers such as BP, INEOS, andNustar, as well as the food industry viaED&F Man, which handles food gradematerials for a number of Central Scotlandcustomers.
Grangemouth contributes significantly toScotland’s GDP with more than £6.2billionworth of goods passing through the portannually. The port also contributes to thelocal Falkirk economy and we employaround 225 people. We regularly investin our ports in response to customer andindustry demand. In 2015, Grangemouthis undergoing significant infrastructureimprovements to increase the capacityof the container terminal, allowing thestorage of containers three-high asopposed to the current two-high.
An important cargo for the containerbusiness in Grangemouth is Scotch whisky,but significant other trade includeschemicals in bulk containers, electronicgoods, machinery and manufacturedgoods. Grangemouth is also a major hubfor general cargo, handling approximately250,000 tonnes a year of iron and steel,paper, timber, bulk cargoes and otherproducts including waste for energy cargo.
The port is also an important distributionhub for many businesses who takeadvantage of the central location andaccessibility of the port to the majority ofScotland’s population. While the port is anEast coast facility facing mainland Europe,which delivers huge logistics benefits, itis also worth recognising that the portactually sits in the heart of Scotland, withthe Falkirk and Grangemouth area being
equidistant from the cities of Glasgowand Edinburgh and with direct roadconnections to the cities in the North.
It is this strategic location, along with theindustry cluster that already exists in thearea that resulted in Grangemouth andFalkirk being recognised by the ScottishGovernment as a strategic investment zonewithin the National Planning Framework.This designation covers both the chemicaland freight industries recognising that, aswell as the port, there are a number ofkey Central Scotland hauliers and logisticswarehousing facilities within the district,all of which are helping to assist industryin the area and beyond. We are currentlyinvesting in a new distribution park at theport where we can offer a full Portcentricservice for customers.
A key part of our business success isour connectivity, supported by recentinvestments by Falkirk Council under theTax Incremental Finance (TIF) scheme inparticular. The road improvements in theFalkirk area are a great benefit to ourcustomers and road transport partnerswho can access the port more efficiently.
As a major employer and economicgenerator in the Falkirk area we are akey partner working with Falkirk Councilin the effort to continuously improve andtransform the local economy.
Scotland’s gateway to the world
Efficient ports are the key to export success andsubstantial investment in Scottish ports means theyare contributing hugely to the country’s economy
Stuart Wallace, Divisional Director of Forth Ports
Stuart Wallace
In 2015, Grangemouth is undergoing significantinfrastructure improvements to increase thecapacity of the container terminal“
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Edinburgh’s financial centre
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Edinburgh’s financial centre
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Scottish Financial Services0131 247 [email protected]
Financial Services is one of Scotland’sbiggest industries, and second only toLondon in the UK as a financial centre.The industry has played a huge part inthe fabric and prosperity of Scotland forhundreds of years and continues to do so.
2014 was an eventful year in Scotland,with a referendum on independence anda successful Commonwealth Games inGlasgow. Politics and sport aside, thefinancial services industry in Scotlandcontinued to perform well, bothdomestically and internationally.
There have been significant developmentsin the past year: Aberdeen AssetManagement became the largest listedfund manager in Europe since the takeoverof Scottish Widows Investment Partnership;Tesco Bank, headquartered in Edinburgh,launched its current account; JP Morganannounced the expansion of its European
technology centre in Glasgow, creatinganother 500 highly skilled jobs; and RBSestablished a centre for entrepreneurs atits global Headquarters in Edinburgh toencourage entrepreneurialism and promoteeconomic growth by bringing knowledgeand expertise together to support fledglingbusinesses.
The industry in Scotland thrives in acompetitive environment while providing astrong and reliable service to its customers.So much of the industry’s strength inScotland is rooted in its diversity, withbanking, asset management, insurance,pensions and asset servicing all beingsignificant parts of the industry here.
Asset management continues to grow andour latest survey of SFE members putsassets under management at more than£800billion. This is an impressiveachievement even in the best of times, butoutstanding when taking into considerationthe many challenges and uncertaintiesfacing the global economy.
Asset servicing, which includes custody,investment administration, fund accountingand other aspects of overseeing theinvestment process, is an increasingly busysector. Scotland is the leading centre forasset servicing in the UK and probablythe third largest in Europe.
Looking forward, it is hard to overlookthe implications of “Big Data” and othertechnological changes. These developmentspresent many questions, but much isalready happening in the financial servicescommunity in Scotland to embrace theopportunities these changes are bringing.
The industry in Scotland has a long historyof championing innovation and today wehave the very best academic institutionsleading the way in these technologies withexcellent links to our industry. Theopportunities are there to work togetherand shape the future of the industry todeliver the best for our customers.
The continued success of our financialservices industry serves the whole ofScotland and contributes much to theprosperity of its people. The industrywill continue to look outwards to marketopportunities round the world, where ourenduring competitive advantages - namelyskills, a long term approach to investingand a strong tradition of excellence inprofessional services - can flourish.
Strength in diversity
The financial sector is building on its expertise across thesectors and looking ahead to embrace the opportunitiesprovided by sweeping technological change
Owen Kelly, Chief Executive,Scottish Financial Enterprise
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Asset management continues to grow and ourlatest survey of SFE members puts assets undermanagement at more than £800billion “
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Scottish Financial Services0131 247 [email protected]
Financial Services is one of Scotland’sbiggest industries, and second only toLondon in the UK as a financial centre.The industry has played a huge part inthe fabric and prosperity of Scotland forhundreds of years and continues to do so.
2014 was an eventful year in Scotland,with a referendum on independence anda successful Commonwealth Games inGlasgow. Politics and sport aside, thefinancial services industry in Scotlandcontinued to perform well, bothdomestically and internationally.
There have been significant developmentsin the past year: Aberdeen AssetManagement became the largest listedfund manager in Europe since the takeoverof Scottish Widows Investment Partnership;Tesco Bank, headquartered in Edinburgh,launched its current account; JP Morganannounced the expansion of its European
technology centre in Glasgow, creatinganother 500 highly skilled jobs; and RBSestablished a centre for entrepreneurs atits global Headquarters in Edinburgh toencourage entrepreneurialism and promoteeconomic growth by bringing knowledgeand expertise together to support fledglingbusinesses.
The industry in Scotland thrives in acompetitive environment while providing astrong and reliable service to its customers.So much of the industry’s strength inScotland is rooted in its diversity, withbanking, asset management, insurance,pensions and asset servicing all beingsignificant parts of the industry here.
Asset management continues to grow andour latest survey of SFE members putsassets under management at more than£800billion. This is an impressiveachievement even in the best of times, butoutstanding when taking into considerationthe many challenges and uncertaintiesfacing the global economy.
Asset servicing, which includes custody,investment administration, fund accountingand other aspects of overseeing theinvestment process, is an increasingly busysector. Scotland is the leading centre forasset servicing in the UK and probablythe third largest in Europe.
Looking forward, it is hard to overlookthe implications of “Big Data” and othertechnological changes. These developmentspresent many questions, but much isalready happening in the financial servicescommunity in Scotland to embrace theopportunities these changes are bringing.
The industry in Scotland has a long historyof championing innovation and today wehave the very best academic institutionsleading the way in these technologies withexcellent links to our industry. Theopportunities are there to work togetherand shape the future of the industry todeliver the best for our customers.
The continued success of our financialservices industry serves the whole ofScotland and contributes much to theprosperity of its people. The industrywill continue to look outwards to marketopportunities round the world, where ourenduring competitive advantages - namelyskills, a long term approach to investingand a strong tradition of excellence inprofessional services - can flourish.
Strength in diversity
The financial sector is building on its expertise across thesectors and looking ahead to embrace the opportunitiesprovided by sweeping technological change
Owen Kelly, Chief Executive,Scottish Financial Enterprise
Owen Kelly
Asset management continues to grow and ourlatest survey of SFE members puts assets undermanagement at more than £800billion “
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What can International Business Walesdo for you and your business?
For more than a quarter of a century, International Business Wales (IBW) and its predecessorshave been assisting companies who are drawn to Wales as a natural gateway to the UK,Europe, and World markets. The Welsh commitment to innovation and excellence, the solid,creative academic infrastructure, and the friendly and open business environment, is thereason why so many stay.
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What can International Business Walesdo for you and your business?
For more than a quarter of a century, International Business Wales (IBW) and its predecessorshave been assisting companies who are drawn to Wales as a natural gateway to the UK,Europe, and World markets. The Welsh commitment to innovation and excellence, the solid,creative academic infrastructure, and the friendly and open business environment, is thereason why so many stay.
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The past 12 months have seen a dramaticfall in the oil price and a very slowrecovery. The uncertainty surrounding theshort term price has brought the industry’sunderlying problems into greater focus,starting with a significant reduction in thecapital expenditure budgets of oilcompanies both big and small.
It is estimated that $120billion of projectshave been cancelled or deferred. Althoughsome commentators believe such cuts ininvestment will have an impact onoversupply only in the short term, othersare more pessimistic, not in the leastbecause of the prospect of increasedsupply from Iran if sanctions are lifted.
In many ways, the Scottish oil industry hasbeen a victim of its own success. Fieldswhich were originally scheduled to bedecommissioned in the 1990s haveconfounded expectations and still produceoil today, but the ageing underlyinginfrastructure has meant the fixed costs ofsuch fields have increased dramatically.
Access to a well-developed supply chainhas encouraged continued investmentoffshore while a highly developedregulatory regime and non-interventionist
state have proved very attractive comparedwith many developing oil and gas basins;that investment peaked in 2012-2014 aslarge capital projects were undertaken,which in turn has driven cost inflation.
The high cost base and falling productionefficiency of the older assets began tosound warning bells in government and SirIan Wood was commissioned to undertakea review in the second half of 2013. Itsfindings were published in 2014, closelyfollowed by a Scottish Government ExpertCommission and a Fiscal Review by HMTreasury.
These studies highlighted that the NorthSea cost base had to be addressed:companies needed to collaborate to amuch greater degree; a new regulator withgreater resources and powers was neededto proactively oversee the sector; and thatthe fiscal regime needed to be simplifiedand tax rates lowered.
The industry has been greatly reassuredthat its contribution, particularly that ofthe predominantly Scotland-based supplychain, is valued and that the governmentis committed to maximising the economicbenefit of the significant reserves thatremain to be gained from the UKContinental Shelf (UKCS).
Against that backdrop, it is inevitablethere will be a significant shake-up in thecompanies investing in the UKCS. Manyof the supermajors are likely to continue tomove their focus on core assets and therewill be opportunities for the mid-tier and
smaller companies to take control ofassets, perhaps in some cases with thesupermajors remaining responsible fordecommissioning at the end of field life.There is evidence that the region isattracting attention from private equityfunds and state oil companies and therewill no doubt be deals announced in thesecond half of 2015.
Opportunity also abounds for the supplychain. The volume of demand in recentyears and a high oil price has reducedthe effectiveness of both the upstreamcompanies and the supply chain, andparts of the industry have seen a slumpin operational efficiency. There is a lotof scope for improved discipline in costcontrol and project execution, theintroduction of new technology,collaboration across the supply chainand new working methods. Companieswith clear focus and strong leadershipwill seize the opportunity and transformtheir businesses.
The Scottish oil and gas sector has beena huge success story for decades. Theintroduction of a new regulator, acommitment to a simpler lower ratetax system which will be competitiveinternationally, and the deployment of theskills, expertise, innovation and energyof the workforce will ensure that the oilindustry will continue to prosper and leavethe legacy of a supply chain rooted inScotland and operating in every cornerof the globe.
Working together
Scotland’s oil and gas sector has been an outstandingsuccess for many decades, but as the North Sea worksthrough its mature stage, it faces huge new challengesand major opportunities
Derek Leith, UK head of oil and gas taxation at EY
Derek Leith
There is a lot of scope for improved discipline in cost controland project execution, the introduction of new technology,collaboration across the supply chain and new workingmethods. Companies with clear focus and strong leadershipwill seize the opportunity and transform their businesses.
“EYTel: +44 1224-653246E: [email protected]
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The past 12 months have seen a dramaticfall in the oil price and a very slowrecovery. The uncertainty surrounding theshort term price has brought the industry’sunderlying problems into greater focus,starting with a significant reduction in thecapital expenditure budgets of oilcompanies both big and small.
It is estimated that $120billion of projectshave been cancelled or deferred. Althoughsome commentators believe such cuts ininvestment will have an impact onoversupply only in the short term, othersare more pessimistic, not in the leastbecause of the prospect of increasedsupply from Iran if sanctions are lifted.
In many ways, the Scottish oil industry hasbeen a victim of its own success. Fieldswhich were originally scheduled to bedecommissioned in the 1990s haveconfounded expectations and still produceoil today, but the ageing underlyinginfrastructure has meant the fixed costs ofsuch fields have increased dramatically.
Access to a well-developed supply chainhas encouraged continued investmentoffshore while a highly developedregulatory regime and non-interventionist
state have proved very attractive comparedwith many developing oil and gas basins;that investment peaked in 2012-2014 aslarge capital projects were undertaken,which in turn has driven cost inflation.
The high cost base and falling productionefficiency of the older assets began tosound warning bells in government and SirIan Wood was commissioned to undertakea review in the second half of 2013. Itsfindings were published in 2014, closelyfollowed by a Scottish Government ExpertCommission and a Fiscal Review by HMTreasury.
These studies highlighted that the NorthSea cost base had to be addressed:companies needed to collaborate to amuch greater degree; a new regulator withgreater resources and powers was neededto proactively oversee the sector; and thatthe fiscal regime needed to be simplifiedand tax rates lowered.
The industry has been greatly reassuredthat its contribution, particularly that ofthe predominantly Scotland-based supplychain, is valued and that the governmentis committed to maximising the economicbenefit of the significant reserves thatremain to be gained from the UKContinental Shelf (UKCS).
Against that backdrop, it is inevitablethere will be a significant shake-up in thecompanies investing in the UKCS. Manyof the supermajors are likely to continue tomove their focus on core assets and therewill be opportunities for the mid-tier and
smaller companies to take control ofassets, perhaps in some cases with thesupermajors remaining responsible fordecommissioning at the end of field life.There is evidence that the region isattracting attention from private equityfunds and state oil companies and therewill no doubt be deals announced in thesecond half of 2015.
Opportunity also abounds for the supplychain. The volume of demand in recentyears and a high oil price has reducedthe effectiveness of both the upstreamcompanies and the supply chain, andparts of the industry have seen a slumpin operational efficiency. There is a lotof scope for improved discipline in costcontrol and project execution, theintroduction of new technology,collaboration across the supply chainand new working methods. Companieswith clear focus and strong leadershipwill seize the opportunity and transformtheir businesses.
The Scottish oil and gas sector has beena huge success story for decades. Theintroduction of a new regulator, acommitment to a simpler lower ratetax system which will be competitiveinternationally, and the deployment of theskills, expertise, innovation and energyof the workforce will ensure that the oilindustry will continue to prosper and leavethe legacy of a supply chain rooted inScotland and operating in every cornerof the globe.
Working together
Scotland’s oil and gas sector has been an outstandingsuccess for many decades, but as the North Sea worksthrough its mature stage, it faces huge new challengesand major opportunities
Derek Leith, UK head of oil and gas taxation at EY
Derek Leith
There is a lot of scope for improved discipline in cost controland project execution, the introduction of new technology,collaboration across the supply chain and new workingmethods. Companies with clear focus and strong leadershipwill seize the opportunity and transform their businesses.
“EYTel: +44 1224-653246E: [email protected]
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In today’s global marketplace, one ofScotland’s most valuable exports is theskills and expertise of its oil and gasworkforce. The country’s long history ofexcellence in cutting edge research andinnovative engineering skills has helpedestablish Scotland as a key player on theinternational stage.
Fifty years ago, the North Sea becamethe focal point of the global oil and gasindustry. Back then, we looked to Americafor their skills and experience at gettinghydrocarbons out of the ground. Fastforward to today and the skills andknowledge in the North Sea have grownexponentially to the point where ourpeople, products and technology arehighly sought after both domesticallyand internationally.
It is this experience which has seenScotland establish itself as a global centreof excellence in offshore engineering,subsea technology and in the export ofoffshore goods and services, attractingboth majors, midsize and start-upcompanies to our shores from aroundthe globe.
Much of the industry’s success andindustriousness has been borne out ofits ambition and culture. Withentrepreneurship the engine that drives thesector, its success to date is a direct resultof the fostering of principles which allowbusiness to seize opportunities, breakbarriers and explore uncharted territories.
Never has this success been more evidentthan through OPITO’s own experiences.As the oil and gas industry skills body, weaim to deliver skills solutions both here inScotland but also across the UK and to theglobal energy sector.
Independent operators and foreigngovernments actively seek out our expertiseto help assist oil and gas provinces aroundthe world implement the high safety andtraining standards first honed anddeveloped here in the North Sea.
More than 250,000 people a year nowtrain to these standards across the globe,a terrific number of which we should berightly proud.
The North Sea industry has much to lookforward to. This is a sector, like so manyothers, that has endured peaks andtroughs over the years and while it may befacing a tough time in the current climate,it has weathered - and survived - suchdownturns in the past.
Our young people are the future of theindustry and we must continue toencourage and foster this talent whetherit’s in the workplace, learning throughmodern apprenticeship schemes, orthrough collaborations with Scotland’soutstanding learning institutions.
The responsibility is on us as an industry,to ensure that we keep the quality andworkmanship as alive and kicking as theNorth Sea region itself if we are toachieve our overall ambition to remainas one of the major global regions forenergy activity.
A wide sea of skills
Scotland’s oil and gas expertise was honed in the harshenvironment of the North Sea, and now it is exportingsolutions to the energy sector around the world
John McDonald, managing director of OPITO UK
John McDonald
The sector’s success to date is a direct result of the fosteringof principles which allow business to seize opportunities,break barriers and explore uncharted territories“
Building skills is like building rigs: one step at a time
www.opito.comOPITO
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In today’s global marketplace, one ofScotland’s most valuable exports is theskills and expertise of its oil and gasworkforce. The country’s long history ofexcellence in cutting edge research andinnovative engineering skills has helpedestablish Scotland as a key player on theinternational stage.
Fifty years ago, the North Sea becamethe focal point of the global oil and gasindustry. Back then, we looked to Americafor their skills and experience at gettinghydrocarbons out of the ground. Fastforward to today and the skills andknowledge in the North Sea have grownexponentially to the point where ourpeople, products and technology arehighly sought after both domesticallyand internationally.
It is this experience which has seenScotland establish itself as a global centreof excellence in offshore engineering,subsea technology and in the export ofoffshore goods and services, attractingboth majors, midsize and start-upcompanies to our shores from aroundthe globe.
Much of the industry’s success andindustriousness has been borne out ofits ambition and culture. Withentrepreneurship the engine that drives thesector, its success to date is a direct resultof the fostering of principles which allowbusiness to seize opportunities, breakbarriers and explore uncharted territories.
Never has this success been more evidentthan through OPITO’s own experiences.As the oil and gas industry skills body, weaim to deliver skills solutions both here inScotland but also across the UK and to theglobal energy sector.
Independent operators and foreigngovernments actively seek out our expertiseto help assist oil and gas provinces aroundthe world implement the high safety andtraining standards first honed anddeveloped here in the North Sea.
More than 250,000 people a year nowtrain to these standards across the globe,a terrific number of which we should berightly proud.
The North Sea industry has much to lookforward to. This is a sector, like so manyothers, that has endured peaks andtroughs over the years and while it may befacing a tough time in the current climate,it has weathered - and survived - suchdownturns in the past.
Our young people are the future of theindustry and we must continue toencourage and foster this talent whetherit’s in the workplace, learning throughmodern apprenticeship schemes, orthrough collaborations with Scotland’soutstanding learning institutions.
The responsibility is on us as an industry,to ensure that we keep the quality andworkmanship as alive and kicking as theNorth Sea region itself if we are toachieve our overall ambition to remainas one of the major global regions forenergy activity.
A wide sea of skills
Scotland’s oil and gas expertise was honed in the harshenvironment of the North Sea, and now it is exportingsolutions to the energy sector around the world
John McDonald, managing director of OPITO UK
John McDonald
The sector’s success to date is a direct result of the fosteringof principles which allow business to seize opportunities,break barriers and explore uncharted territories“
Building skills is like building rigs: one step at a time
www.opito.comOPITO
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It is crucial that we find new technologies inresponse to what the industry needs right now,but with a keen eye on the support required toenable future game-changers“
Complex projects benefit from a shared approach.
UK oil and gas production efficiency hasdropped from an average of 80% to60% over the last decade which, whencoupled with a low barrel price, makestechnologies that can extend the life ofassets and rejuvenate uptimeincreasingly vital.
There is growing recognition thatgreater collaboration in developingNorth Sea oil and gas technologydelivers benefits in sharing costs andspeeding up the time to get newinnovations trialled and into the field.
Scotland boasts a world-classtechnology development communitysupporting advances in oil and gasinnovation. Many successful oil and gasservice companies that now have globaloperations have originally been spunout from academia with 12 Scottishuniversities carrying out research andproviding oil and gas related courses.
Aberdeen-headquartered IndustryTechnology Facilitator (ITF) represents amembership of international oil and gasoperating and service companies tobring forward collaborative funding forresearch and development initiativesthat address shared challenges.
ITF has facilitated the launch of morethan 200 joint industry projects,securing funding for commercial andacademic organisations and has anactive programme in place to addresscurrent industry pressure points.
Dr Patrick O’Brien, CEO of ITF said:“With any innovation comes risk, butcollaboration should be a catalyst forcompanies to take a chance. It is in
everybody’s interest to maximiserecovery and deliver cost efficiencies,particularly during a challenging lowprice operating environment.
“It is important to carefully consider theUK’s priority themes and get the wordout, so that technology developers arenot ‘chasing rainbows’ but areorganising their development plans withwhat the operators want to see in actionand are much more likely to fund.”
ITF promotes local technologycollaboration tapped into a globalagenda. It sets key priority themes inwhich its membership wants to seeinnovations and works hard to driveforward proposals.
While there will always be competitiveareas of technology development inwhich organisations do not want to joinforces, there are common needs which iswhere joint industry projects play avaluable role, leveraging funding andaccelerating progress.
Members are currently particularlyinterested in finding new solutions to
challenges around drilling and costeffective well construction, subsurfaceimaging, subsea processing, andplugging and abandonment with anumber of live calls for proposals inthese areas.
ITF also holds an annual TechnologyShowcase bringing together thedeveloper community with itsmembership to debate and seek outtechnologies to address specificproblems.
Dr O’Brien believes that many newtechnology applications can beefficiently cross-fertilised from otherindustries such as military andaerospace
He said: “We are seeing interestingprojects cross over from other industriesfrom innovations around robotics andimaging to increasing asset availabilityand uptime. It is crucial that we find newtechnologies in response to what theindustry needs right now, but with akeen eye on the support required toenable future game-changers.”
Collaborate to innovateExtending the life of assets in the North Sea is a primaryaim and the energy development community is pullingtogether to find sustainable solutions
Dr Patrick O’Brien
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It is crucial that we find new technologies inresponse to what the industry needs right now,but with a keen eye on the support required toenable future game-changers“
Complex projects benefit from a shared approach.
UK oil and gas production efficiency hasdropped from an average of 80% to60% over the last decade which, whencoupled with a low barrel price, makestechnologies that can extend the life ofassets and rejuvenate uptimeincreasingly vital.
There is growing recognition thatgreater collaboration in developingNorth Sea oil and gas technologydelivers benefits in sharing costs andspeeding up the time to get newinnovations trialled and into the field.
Scotland boasts a world-classtechnology development communitysupporting advances in oil and gasinnovation. Many successful oil and gasservice companies that now have globaloperations have originally been spunout from academia with 12 Scottishuniversities carrying out research andproviding oil and gas related courses.
Aberdeen-headquartered IndustryTechnology Facilitator (ITF) represents amembership of international oil and gasoperating and service companies tobring forward collaborative funding forresearch and development initiativesthat address shared challenges.
ITF has facilitated the launch of morethan 200 joint industry projects,securing funding for commercial andacademic organisations and has anactive programme in place to addresscurrent industry pressure points.
Dr Patrick O’Brien, CEO of ITF said:“With any innovation comes risk, butcollaboration should be a catalyst forcompanies to take a chance. It is in
everybody’s interest to maximiserecovery and deliver cost efficiencies,particularly during a challenging lowprice operating environment.
“It is important to carefully consider theUK’s priority themes and get the wordout, so that technology developers arenot ‘chasing rainbows’ but areorganising their development plans withwhat the operators want to see in actionand are much more likely to fund.”
ITF promotes local technologycollaboration tapped into a globalagenda. It sets key priority themes inwhich its membership wants to seeinnovations and works hard to driveforward proposals.
While there will always be competitiveareas of technology development inwhich organisations do not want to joinforces, there are common needs which iswhere joint industry projects play avaluable role, leveraging funding andaccelerating progress.
Members are currently particularlyinterested in finding new solutions to
challenges around drilling and costeffective well construction, subsurfaceimaging, subsea processing, andplugging and abandonment with anumber of live calls for proposals inthese areas.
ITF also holds an annual TechnologyShowcase bringing together thedeveloper community with itsmembership to debate and seek outtechnologies to address specificproblems.
Dr O’Brien believes that many newtechnology applications can beefficiently cross-fertilised from otherindustries such as military andaerospace
He said: “We are seeing interestingprojects cross over from other industriesfrom innovations around robotics andimaging to increasing asset availabilityand uptime. It is crucial that we find newtechnologies in response to what theindustry needs right now, but with akeen eye on the support required toenable future game-changers.”
Collaborate to innovateExtending the life of assets in the North Sea is a primaryaim and the energy development community is pullingtogether to find sustainable solutions
Dr Patrick O’Brien
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LiFi, a term first coined by pureLiFico-founder and Chief Scientific OfficerProfessor Harald Haas, is a disruptivetechnology that delivers high speed,bidirectional and networked wirelesscommunications, similar to WiFi,except using light.
From its base in Edinburgh, pureLiFi hasrapidly attained global leadership in thedevelopment and commercialisation ofthis transformative technology.
Industry commentators see LiFi as thecatalyst for the inevitable merger of thelighting and wireless communicationsindustries, something pureLiFidemonstrated most recently at the 2015Mobile World Congress in Barcelonawith its latest generation Li-Flameproduct - the world’s first true LiFi system.
pureLiFi is working with partners acrossmany industries including defence,healthcare, lighting, IT infrastructure,Tier 1 telcos and device integrators,alongside research partners such asthe University of Edinburgh’s LiFi R&DCentre to deliver continued productdevelopment, commercialisation and,ultimately, to grow the LiFi market in theUK and worldwide.
The company’s solutions provide afundamentally new dimension forsecurity and information assurance,diversification and differentiation forlighting companies, and will facilitate
the continued exponential growth of themobile communications industry.
Fundamentally, the competitiveadvantages of LiFi over traditionalradio-based communications stem fromthe physics of the propagation medium.Light, by its very nature, is directional,does not penetrate opaque objects andis inherently safe, offering more secureand better localised wirelesscommunications.
Similarly to other disruptivetechnologies, LiFi will be commercialisedfirst in areas where it can leveragea competitive advantage beforeexpanding into the mass-market asthe technology matures.
These initial markets are areas wheretraditional wireless communicationspose a security risk or lack functionality.They include deployments in (cyber)security/defence, petrochemical plants,aerospace, shipping and more.
Following on from these niche areas,the LED revolution is causing radicalchanges in the lighting industry (similarto the photography industry when digitalphotography arrived) due to the long lifeof LED lights, which invalidates the old,replacement-based business models.
Technology is accelerating, and lights inthe future will become smart sensing andhigh speed communication devices that
are not replaced because they fail,but because of the new functions andapplications that the next generationenables, similar to smartphone releasestoday.
The first mobile phones served onlyone purpose: mobile telephony. Today,smartphones serve hundreds ofapplications. Similarly, light bulbs todayserve one purpose: lighting. In the nextfive years, the LED lightbulb will servecountless applications and be anintegral part of the emerging smartcities, homes and the Internet of Thingswhere Light-as-a-Service (LaaS) will bea dominating theme. LiFi will be“pulled” into the lighting industryby new business models.
Finally, the next generation of wirelesscommunications or 5G systems is likelyto rely on ever smaller cell sizesto provide the expected demand.Transforming a standard LED light fixtureto offer connectivity similar to a 5Gbase station is the next logical step dueto the very limited coverage area of atypical light fixture/luminaire. It providesthe basis for an almost unlimitedincrease in wireless capacity without theneed for investing in more spectrum.
LiFi is here and set to increasinglyshape our working and domestic livesin the future.
pureLiFi LtdEdinburgh Technology Transfer CentreAlrick BuildingMax Born CrescentEdinburgh EH9 3BF E: [email protected]: +44 131 472 4807Twitter: @purelifi
The lightbulb momentLiFi uses light to deliver wireless communicationsand Scottish company pureLiFI is about to flick theswitch on a transformative technology which willbring an almost unlimited increase in wireless
In the next five years, the LED lightbulb will serve countlessapplications and be an integral part of the emerging smartcities, homes and the Internet of Things“
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LiFi, a term first coined by pureLiFico-founder and Chief Scientific OfficerProfessor Harald Haas, is a disruptivetechnology that delivers high speed,bidirectional and networked wirelesscommunications, similar to WiFi,except using light.
From its base in Edinburgh, pureLiFi hasrapidly attained global leadership in thedevelopment and commercialisation ofthis transformative technology.
Industry commentators see LiFi as thecatalyst for the inevitable merger of thelighting and wireless communicationsindustries, something pureLiFidemonstrated most recently at the 2015Mobile World Congress in Barcelonawith its latest generation Li-Flameproduct - the world’s first true LiFi system.
pureLiFi is working with partners acrossmany industries including defence,healthcare, lighting, IT infrastructure,Tier 1 telcos and device integrators,alongside research partners such asthe University of Edinburgh’s LiFi R&DCentre to deliver continued productdevelopment, commercialisation and,ultimately, to grow the LiFi market in theUK and worldwide.
The company’s solutions provide afundamentally new dimension forsecurity and information assurance,diversification and differentiation forlighting companies, and will facilitate
the continued exponential growth of themobile communications industry.
Fundamentally, the competitiveadvantages of LiFi over traditionalradio-based communications stem fromthe physics of the propagation medium.Light, by its very nature, is directional,does not penetrate opaque objects andis inherently safe, offering more secureand better localised wirelesscommunications.
Similarly to other disruptivetechnologies, LiFi will be commercialisedfirst in areas where it can leveragea competitive advantage beforeexpanding into the mass-market asthe technology matures.
These initial markets are areas wheretraditional wireless communicationspose a security risk or lack functionality.They include deployments in (cyber)security/defence, petrochemical plants,aerospace, shipping and more.
Following on from these niche areas,the LED revolution is causing radicalchanges in the lighting industry (similarto the photography industry when digitalphotography arrived) due to the long lifeof LED lights, which invalidates the old,replacement-based business models.
Technology is accelerating, and lights inthe future will become smart sensing andhigh speed communication devices that
are not replaced because they fail,but because of the new functions andapplications that the next generationenables, similar to smartphone releasestoday.
The first mobile phones served onlyone purpose: mobile telephony. Today,smartphones serve hundreds ofapplications. Similarly, light bulbs todayserve one purpose: lighting. In the nextfive years, the LED lightbulb will servecountless applications and be anintegral part of the emerging smartcities, homes and the Internet of Thingswhere Light-as-a-Service (LaaS) will bea dominating theme. LiFi will be“pulled” into the lighting industryby new business models.
Finally, the next generation of wirelesscommunications or 5G systems is likelyto rely on ever smaller cell sizesto provide the expected demand.Transforming a standard LED light fixtureto offer connectivity similar to a 5Gbase station is the next logical step dueto the very limited coverage area of atypical light fixture/luminaire. It providesthe basis for an almost unlimitedincrease in wireless capacity without theneed for investing in more spectrum.
LiFi is here and set to increasinglyshape our working and domestic livesin the future.
pureLiFi LtdEdinburgh Technology Transfer CentreAlrick BuildingMax Born CrescentEdinburgh EH9 3BF E: [email protected]: +44 131 472 4807Twitter: @purelifi
The lightbulb momentLiFi uses light to deliver wireless communicationsand Scottish company pureLiFI is about to flick theswitch on a transformative technology which willbring an almost unlimited increase in wireless
In the next five years, the LED lightbulb will serve countlessapplications and be an integral part of the emerging smartcities, homes and the Internet of Things“
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Geraldine Wood, MD of Black & Lizars, an early adopter of Optos technology
Optos technology at work in the eye examination room.
Black & Lizars, one of Scotland’s largestindependent providers of eye andhearing care businesses, this yearcelebrates the 185th anniversary of itsfounding, when Mr Lizars opened hisdoors for business to the public inGlasgow’s Merchant City aged just 20.
“Both eye care and support for thosewho found hearing increasingly difficultwere certainly around in 1830, butthey were of course restricted becauseso many of the technologies we nowtake for granted had not beeninvented,” said the company’s MD,Geraldine Wood.
“Throughout its history, Black & Lizarshas been at the forefront of healthcareby investing in the latest technology.Today, 10 branches in our 24-strongbranch network operate some of themost advanced eye scanners availablein optics, including the Optomap ultra-wide retinal scanner.”
This revolutionary digital technology,invented and built in Scotland by Optos,captures 80% of the retina in one singlepanoramic image, compared to just15% from a standard digital retinalcamera that most other opticians use.
In addition to this wide screen image,the Optomap also shows how the retinafunctions with an auto-fluorescenceimage flagging up any areas of theretina that are not working properly,thereby empowering clinicians toidentify and monitor any health issuesat an early stage.
Douglas Anderson, 63, invented theworld’s first ultra-widefield retinalimaging system and founded Optos inDunfermline in 1992 to develop it.Nearly 7000 Optos devices have nowbeen installed, mostly in North Americaas well as in the UK and in markets suchas Australia and Japan.
Famously, Mr Anderson began workingon his device when his five-year-old sonhad a detached retina and lost the sightof an eye. The Eureka moment came
when he and his two colleagues used anellipsoidal mirror to create a pivotingwide angle laser scan at the patient’spupil - something mainstream sciencesaid couldn’t be done.
Mr Anderson pays tribute to companiessuch as Black & Lizars which supportedhis business in spirit even while thetechnology was being developed.
He said: “They were early adopters, thefirst chain of optometrists to use Optos.And they had the foresight to want todo proper eye care rather than just beretailers.
“Black & Lizars understood that there isno real alternative technology to ours. Itis the emerging gold standard and it isorders of magnitude better thanconventional equipment.
“It was a very important relationshipwith Black & Lizars because they are sorespected in the optical industry. I amglad that there are companies like themin Scotland with the vision and courageto help me achieve my mission.”
Black & Lizars17 Robert DriveGlasgowG51 3HE. T: 0141 445 8380. E: [email protected]
Eyes on the PrizeOptos, a Scottish invented and developed digital technology, gives Black & Lizars a leading edgein providing the most advanced eye care available
The Optomap shows how the retina functions,with an auto-fluorescence image flagging up anyareas of the retina that are not working properly“
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Geraldine Wood, MD of Black & Lizars, an early adopter of Optos technology
Optos technology at work in the eye examination room.
Black & Lizars, one of Scotland’s largestindependent providers of eye andhearing care businesses, this yearcelebrates the 185th anniversary of itsfounding, when Mr Lizars opened hisdoors for business to the public inGlasgow’s Merchant City aged just 20.
“Both eye care and support for thosewho found hearing increasingly difficultwere certainly around in 1830, butthey were of course restricted becauseso many of the technologies we nowtake for granted had not beeninvented,” said the company’s MD,Geraldine Wood.
“Throughout its history, Black & Lizarshas been at the forefront of healthcareby investing in the latest technology.Today, 10 branches in our 24-strongbranch network operate some of themost advanced eye scanners availablein optics, including the Optomap ultra-wide retinal scanner.”
This revolutionary digital technology,invented and built in Scotland by Optos,captures 80% of the retina in one singlepanoramic image, compared to just15% from a standard digital retinalcamera that most other opticians use.
In addition to this wide screen image,the Optomap also shows how the retinafunctions with an auto-fluorescenceimage flagging up any areas of theretina that are not working properly,thereby empowering clinicians toidentify and monitor any health issuesat an early stage.
Douglas Anderson, 63, invented theworld’s first ultra-widefield retinalimaging system and founded Optos inDunfermline in 1992 to develop it.Nearly 7000 Optos devices have nowbeen installed, mostly in North Americaas well as in the UK and in markets suchas Australia and Japan.
Famously, Mr Anderson began workingon his device when his five-year-old sonhad a detached retina and lost the sightof an eye. The Eureka moment came
when he and his two colleagues used anellipsoidal mirror to create a pivotingwide angle laser scan at the patient’spupil - something mainstream sciencesaid couldn’t be done.
Mr Anderson pays tribute to companiessuch as Black & Lizars which supportedhis business in spirit even while thetechnology was being developed.
He said: “They were early adopters, thefirst chain of optometrists to use Optos.And they had the foresight to want todo proper eye care rather than just beretailers.
“Black & Lizars understood that there isno real alternative technology to ours. Itis the emerging gold standard and it isorders of magnitude better thanconventional equipment.
“It was a very important relationshipwith Black & Lizars because they are sorespected in the optical industry. I amglad that there are companies like themin Scotland with the vision and courageto help me achieve my mission.”
Black & Lizars17 Robert DriveGlasgowG51 3HE. T: 0141 445 8380. E: [email protected]
Eyes on the PrizeOptos, a Scottish invented and developed digital technology, gives Black & Lizars a leading edgein providing the most advanced eye care available
The Optomap shows how the retina functions,with an auto-fluorescence image flagging up anyareas of the retina that are not working properly“
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Brightwork supplies up to 1000 workers a week to the Scotch whisky industry
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Brightwork Group 211 St Vincent Street, Glasgow G2 5QY T: 0141 272 8100. E: [email protected] 20 Stafford Street, Edinburgh EH3 7BD Tel: 0131 275 8000. E: [email protected]
A staple of Scotland’s economic success isthe whisky industry. And with millions ofpounds of precious capital committed toallowing the spirits to mature over lengthyperiods of time, whisky distillers need tohave the flexibility of hiring staff, asrequired, to provide the vital labour forbottling halls when orders have to befulfilled.
And that is where Brightwork, theGlasgow- and Edinburgh-basedrecruitment specialist, comes in: it providestemporary and permanent labour for themajority of Scotland’s spirits bottlers,placing up to 1,000 temporary workers aweek in the sector to help companies copewith international demand.
Derek May, chief executive of Brightwork,said: “Scotland’s drinks sector as a wholecontinues to be reliable and sustainable.”
Brightwork focuses on supplying highquality labour in the packaging,warehousing, distillation and spirit supplyside of the industry - including staff whoshow tourists round the distilleries. Itrepresents all the major players in thesector and covers a wide geographicalspread, including the northern and islanddistilleries.
The value of the drinks industry toScotland’s economy lies largely in itsstrong export capability: Scotch whisky hasenjoyed strong global growth over the lastdecade, with the total value of exports up74% since 2004 and Single Malt up159%. In 2014, however, as a result ofweaker international economic conditionsand political volatility in some markets,whisky sales were £3.95billion, a 7%decline on the previous year.
The drinks division was one of a numberof strong business areas which contributedto the Brightwork Group’s record£32.65million in sales in the year toDecember 2014. Gross profit jumpedby 9.8% to £4.02million.
As a result of a significant investment inheadcount, support staff, training andmarketing, however, pre-tax profit was
down 14.1% to £916,000 compared to£1.059million in 2013.
The company has increased its staffingfrom 13 in 2006 to more than 60 now,with eight full time staff dedicated to itsdrinks division.
Mr May said: “The temporary employmentmarket has always been more resilient androbust than the permanent, although wesee evidence of it picking up.
“Until now, Brightwork’s drinks divisionhas concentrated its resources on theScottish drinks industry and has built upvaluable network of contacts andrelationships with its multinationalcustomers.
“Our expansion strategy, however, mustnow take wider markets into account andlook at opportunities within Ireland andmainland Europe. Our customers workcomfortably across international bordersand there is no reason to suspect that wecannot do the same.
“We are perfectly happy to seek therelevant guidance on employment law andrelated issues in other countries, in order totake our proven package to the drinksindustry across international borders.”
People, the valuable assetThe variable staffing needs of vital industries such aswhisky are met by specialist recruitment agencies whichsource high-quality candidates to help companies meetinternational demand
Derek May
Our customers work comfortably acrossinternational borders and there is no reasonto suspect that we cannot do the same“
Brightwork supplies up to 1000 workers a week to the Scotch whisky industry
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A staple of Scotland’s economic success isthe whisky industry. And with millions ofpounds of precious capital committed toallowing the spirits to mature over lengthyperiods of time, whisky distillers need tohave the flexibility of hiring staff, asrequired, to provide the vital labour forbottling halls when orders have to befulfilled.
And that is where Brightwork, theGlasgow- and Edinburgh-basedrecruitment specialist, comes in: it providestemporary and permanent labour for themajority of Scotland’s spirits bottlers,placing up to 1,000 temporary workers aweek in the sector to help companies copewith international demand.
Derek May, chief executive of Brightwork,said: “Scotland’s drinks sector as a wholecontinues to be reliable and sustainable.”
Brightwork focuses on supplying highquality labour in the packaging,warehousing, distillation and spirit supplyside of the industry - including staff whoshow tourists round the distilleries. Itrepresents all the major players in thesector and covers a wide geographicalspread, including the northern and islanddistilleries.
The value of the drinks industry toScotland’s economy lies largely in itsstrong export capability: Scotch whisky hasenjoyed strong global growth over the lastdecade, with the total value of exports up74% since 2004 and Single Malt up159%. In 2014, however, as a result ofweaker international economic conditionsand political volatility in some markets,whisky sales were £3.95billion, a 7%decline on the previous year.
The drinks division was one of a numberof strong business areas which contributedto the Brightwork Group’s record£32.65million in sales in the year toDecember 2014. Gross profit jumpedby 9.8% to £4.02million.
As a result of a significant investment inheadcount, support staff, training andmarketing, however, pre-tax profit was
down 14.1% to £916,000 compared to£1.059million in 2013.
The company has increased its staffingfrom 13 in 2006 to more than 60 now,with eight full time staff dedicated to itsdrinks division.
Mr May said: “The temporary employmentmarket has always been more resilient androbust than the permanent, although wesee evidence of it picking up.
“Until now, Brightwork’s drinks divisionhas concentrated its resources on theScottish drinks industry and has built upvaluable network of contacts andrelationships with its multinationalcustomers.
“Our expansion strategy, however, mustnow take wider markets into account andlook at opportunities within Ireland andmainland Europe. Our customers workcomfortably across international bordersand there is no reason to suspect that wecannot do the same.
“We are perfectly happy to seek therelevant guidance on employment law andrelated issues in other countries, in order totake our proven package to the drinksindustry across international borders.”
People, the valuable assetThe variable staffing needs of vital industries such aswhisky are met by specialist recruitment agencies whichsource high-quality candidates to help companies meetinternational demand
Derek May
Our customers work comfortably acrossinternational borders and there is no reasonto suspect that we cannot do the same“
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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENTJump starting the economy
Research and development tax reliefs encourage companies to invest
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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENTJump starting the economy
Research and development tax reliefs encourage companies to invest
Ideas mean money: tax reliefs are one way to capitalise on them
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Around £2billion is available each year in R&Dtax credits but, in practice, only £1.4billion ofthis is secured by UK businesses “
Investment, properly targeted, can havebenefits to an economy which continuefor years once the schemes are in place.Take, for instance, the returns oninvestment over a longer periodrevealed in an Economist IntelligenceUnit report by the British Film Instituteon creative tax reliefs.
It showed that for every £1 of UKgovernment spending on film tax relief,£12.49 is returned to the economy. Forevery £1 given in high end TV tax relief,it is £8.31.
Such multipliers apply also to researchand development tax relief, the vitalincentive which encourages business toinvest in staying ahead of the game inan increasingly competitive globalenvironment.
According to Brian Williamson, MD ofEdinburgh-headquartered Jumpstart, acompany focused solely on presentingdetailed, accurate and compliant R&Dtax credit submissions to HMRC, theeconomic impact is between £3 and£11 per £1 of R&D tax credit,depending on who is reporting it.
Nevertheless, while around £2billion isavailable each year in R&D tax creditsonly £1.4billion of this is secured byUK businesses.
“Since 2008, we have specialised inspreading the word to businesses,initially in Scotland but increasinglythroughout the UK, that R&D tax creditscan play a major role in businessfunding,” he said.
In its relatively short history, Jumpstarthas grown its client base to more than500 companies across all regions of theUK and has an annual business pipelinein excess of £10million.
“Our Jumpstart team consists of scientistsand technologists, including chemists,biologists, engineers, physicists andsoftware engineers, who understandeach market area and can producerobust applications which have resultedin significant R&D claims for our clients,”he said.
Unlike the Big Four accountancy firmswhose R&D tax credits investigationsfocus principally on the numbers,Jumpstart’s analysts dive deep into theirclients’ technical and scientific processesto identify and justify eligible projects forR&D submission.
After guiding the process through HMRC,Jumpstart secures, almost without fail, atax benefit for its client in the form of apayable cash credit, a tax rebate, or anenhanced deduction that can be usedagainst future profits.
The list of Scottish and UK companieswhich have benefitted so far fromJumpstart’s expertise in helping themto secure substantial R&D tax creditsis extraordinary.
To name but one, the owners ofBrewdog, the remarkably successfulScottish beer producers, are fulsomeabout the help that Jumpstart hasprovided.
James Watt, of Brewdog, said: “BothBrewdog and Jumpstart have disruptedmarkets which previously have beendominated by long-established giants.The areas of our business which itstechnical analysts identified as beingeligible for R&D tax relief are areaswhere innovation is taking place acrossthe drinks sector.”
Jump starting the economyResearch and development is vital to a country’s continuingeconomic health and vigour, and government schemes toencourage it are fundamental to innovative businesses
Brian Williamson
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Around £2billion is available each year in R&Dtax credits but, in practice, only £1.4billion ofthis is secured by UK businesses “
Investment, properly targeted, can havebenefits to an economy which continuefor years once the schemes are in place.Take, for instance, the returns oninvestment over a longer periodrevealed in an Economist IntelligenceUnit report by the British Film Instituteon creative tax reliefs.
It showed that for every £1 of UKgovernment spending on film tax relief,£12.49 is returned to the economy. Forevery £1 given in high end TV tax relief,it is £8.31.
Such multipliers apply also to researchand development tax relief, the vitalincentive which encourages business toinvest in staying ahead of the game inan increasingly competitive globalenvironment.
According to Brian Williamson, MD ofEdinburgh-headquartered Jumpstart, acompany focused solely on presentingdetailed, accurate and compliant R&Dtax credit submissions to HMRC, theeconomic impact is between £3 and£11 per £1 of R&D tax credit,depending on who is reporting it.
Nevertheless, while around £2billion isavailable each year in R&D tax creditsonly £1.4billion of this is secured byUK businesses.
“Since 2008, we have specialised inspreading the word to businesses,initially in Scotland but increasinglythroughout the UK, that R&D tax creditscan play a major role in businessfunding,” he said.
In its relatively short history, Jumpstarthas grown its client base to more than500 companies across all regions of theUK and has an annual business pipelinein excess of £10million.
“Our Jumpstart team consists of scientistsand technologists, including chemists,biologists, engineers, physicists andsoftware engineers, who understandeach market area and can producerobust applications which have resultedin significant R&D claims for our clients,”he said.
Unlike the Big Four accountancy firmswhose R&D tax credits investigationsfocus principally on the numbers,Jumpstart’s analysts dive deep into theirclients’ technical and scientific processesto identify and justify eligible projects forR&D submission.
After guiding the process through HMRC,Jumpstart secures, almost without fail, atax benefit for its client in the form of apayable cash credit, a tax rebate, or anenhanced deduction that can be usedagainst future profits.
The list of Scottish and UK companieswhich have benefitted so far fromJumpstart’s expertise in helping themto secure substantial R&D tax creditsis extraordinary.
To name but one, the owners ofBrewdog, the remarkably successfulScottish beer producers, are fulsomeabout the help that Jumpstart hasprovided.
James Watt, of Brewdog, said: “BothBrewdog and Jumpstart have disruptedmarkets which previously have beendominated by long-established giants.The areas of our business which itstechnical analysts identified as beingeligible for R&D tax relief are areaswhere innovation is taking place acrossthe drinks sector.”
Jump starting the economyResearch and development is vital to a country’s continuingeconomic health and vigour, and government schemes toencourage it are fundamental to innovative businesses
Brian Williamson
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TRANSPORTEnjoying the high life
The world famous landing strip on the beach on the Island of Barra
Photo : David Greer
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TRANSPORTEnjoying the high life
The world famous landing strip on the beach on the Island of Barra
Photo : David Greer
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An EasyJet plane takes off at Inverness Airport
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Last year, Inverness - the company’s largest airport with almost630,000 passengers - enjoyed its best year since 2008. Thisyear it is gearing up for its busiest ever summer with almost60,000 extra seats on sale“
Scotland’s regional airports are on theup. In 2014, regional airport groupHIAL, which operates 11 airports acrossScotland, recorded its busiest year with1.4 million passengers, almost 52,000more than in 2013. And, withconfidence in the aviation sectorgrowing, the group has high hopesfor 2015.
With its unique mix of island, coastaland city airports, HIAL is perhaps themost diverse of Scotland’s airportcompanies. It plays an important roleconnecting some of Scotland’s mostremote locations, with a range of inter-island services that provide a vital socialand economic lifeline for islandcommunities.
In recent years, links to domestic hubssuch as London Gatwick, Manchesterand London Stansted have also beenstrengthened, giving passengers accessto a huge array of worldwideconnections.
In the absence of links betweenInverness and Heathrow, HIAL has alsoexpanded into Europe, with a successfuldaily service to the Dutch capitalAmsterdam, operated by Flybe inpartnership with KLM.
The number of European destinationsserved by HIAL is set to rise in 2015
as the company’s international networkexpands with new flights betweenBergen and Sumburgh, and newservices connecting Inverness withDublin and Zurich. New codeshareagreements with international carriersAer Lingus and Etihad make it easierthan ever to fly long haul from HIALairports.
Last year, Inverness - the company’slargest airport with almost 630,000passengers - enjoyed its best year since2008. This year it is gearing up for itsbusiest ever summer with almost 60,000extra seats on sale, the result ofsuccessful efforts to expand existingservices and attract new routes.
Like Scotland’s other airports, HIALmakes an important contribution toScotland’s economy, ensuring businessesacross Scotland can connect withmarkets around the world. The airportsalso support inbound tourism. The newZurich route, popular with high spendingSwiss visitors to Scotland, is expected toboost the Highland economy to the tuneof almost £1million a year.
HIAL’s airports are particularly importantgateways for the energy sector, withthousands of oil and gas workerstransferring through Wick John O’Groatsand Sumburgh every week.
Both airports are working hard to securefurther energy-related business. AtSumburgh, Scotland’s fastest growingairport in 2014, a multi-million poundterminal redevelopment is underway andalmost £600,000 is being spent at WickJohn O’Groats to enable the runway tohandle future growth.
With passenger numbers forecast torise, the company will invest almost£7.5million this financial year to improvecustomer service and operationalperformance across the group.
Inglis Lyon, Managing Director of HIAL,said: “The investment we are making willensure that our airports are better placedto accommodate future growth, deliver abetter customer experience, and operatemore efficiently.
“This investment illustrates the importantrole our airports play in connectingregional Scotland with the rest ofScotland, the UK and beyond. Withrecord numbers using our airports,we are confident that our airports willcontinue to make a strong contributionto Scotland’s economic growth.”
Enjoying the high lifeScotland’s regional airports are flying high commercially,but they also continue to play a vital social and economicrole in remote and island communities
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An EasyJet plane takes off at Inverness Airport
Photo : Scottish Provincial Press
Last year, Inverness - the company’s largest airport with almost630,000 passengers - enjoyed its best year since 2008. Thisyear it is gearing up for its busiest ever summer with almost60,000 extra seats on sale“
Scotland’s regional airports are on theup. In 2014, regional airport groupHIAL, which operates 11 airports acrossScotland, recorded its busiest year with1.4 million passengers, almost 52,000more than in 2013. And, withconfidence in the aviation sectorgrowing, the group has high hopesfor 2015.
With its unique mix of island, coastaland city airports, HIAL is perhaps themost diverse of Scotland’s airportcompanies. It plays an important roleconnecting some of Scotland’s mostremote locations, with a range of inter-island services that provide a vital socialand economic lifeline for islandcommunities.
In recent years, links to domestic hubssuch as London Gatwick, Manchesterand London Stansted have also beenstrengthened, giving passengers accessto a huge array of worldwideconnections.
In the absence of links betweenInverness and Heathrow, HIAL has alsoexpanded into Europe, with a successfuldaily service to the Dutch capitalAmsterdam, operated by Flybe inpartnership with KLM.
The number of European destinationsserved by HIAL is set to rise in 2015
as the company’s international networkexpands with new flights betweenBergen and Sumburgh, and newservices connecting Inverness withDublin and Zurich. New codeshareagreements with international carriersAer Lingus and Etihad make it easierthan ever to fly long haul from HIALairports.
Last year, Inverness - the company’slargest airport with almost 630,000passengers - enjoyed its best year since2008. This year it is gearing up for itsbusiest ever summer with almost 60,000extra seats on sale, the result ofsuccessful efforts to expand existingservices and attract new routes.
Like Scotland’s other airports, HIALmakes an important contribution toScotland’s economy, ensuring businessesacross Scotland can connect withmarkets around the world. The airportsalso support inbound tourism. The newZurich route, popular with high spendingSwiss visitors to Scotland, is expected toboost the Highland economy to the tuneof almost £1million a year.
HIAL’s airports are particularly importantgateways for the energy sector, withthousands of oil and gas workerstransferring through Wick John O’Groatsand Sumburgh every week.
Both airports are working hard to securefurther energy-related business. AtSumburgh, Scotland’s fastest growingairport in 2014, a multi-million poundterminal redevelopment is underway andalmost £600,000 is being spent at WickJohn O’Groats to enable the runway tohandle future growth.
With passenger numbers forecast torise, the company will invest almost£7.5million this financial year to improvecustomer service and operationalperformance across the group.
Inglis Lyon, Managing Director of HIAL,said: “The investment we are making willensure that our airports are better placedto accommodate future growth, deliver abetter customer experience, and operatemore efficiently.
“This investment illustrates the importantrole our airports play in connectingregional Scotland with the rest ofScotland, the UK and beyond. Withrecord numbers using our airports,we are confident that our airports willcontinue to make a strong contributionto Scotland’s economic growth.”
Enjoying the high lifeScotland’s regional airports are flying high commercially,but they also continue to play a vital social and economicrole in remote and island communities
Aberdeen’s fleet of hydrogen buses and vehicles
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Aberdeen is now home to Europe’s largest hydrogen fuel cellbus fleet, supported by the UK’s first fully integrated hydrogenproduction and bus refuelling station “ By being a leader in hydrogen
technology development anddeployment, Aberdeen can furtherenhance the region’s economiccompetitiveness through inwardinvestment, job creation and industrydiversification.
Hydrogen technologies can help theregion to maximise the capacity andvalue of renewable energy by storingelectricity generated from intermittentsources, such as wind, which can thenbe used as required. This is significantin the North-East, where wind isplentiful, but connection to the electricitygrid is often costly and not immediatelyavailable.
Through the strategic hydrogenprogramme H2 Aberdeen, a series oftargeted investments has been made tohelp Aberdeen secure a position as aleading deployment centre for hydrogentechnologies.
Aberdeen is now home to Europe’slargest hydrogen fuel cell bus (FCB)fleet, with 10 buses on the city’s roads,supported by the UK’s first fullyintegrated hydrogen production and busrefuelling station (HRS) and a dedicatedmaintenance facility near the city centre.The bus fleet operates with zero harmfulexhaust emissions.
The City Region’s Hydrogen Strategyoutlines the key actions required overthe next 10 years to ensure Aberdeenremains a world-class energy hub,leading a low carbon economy, at theforefront of hydrogen technology.
H2 Aberdeen key near-termpriorities
The H2 Aberdeen initiative aims toopen up greater potential forhydrogen technology in the long termand presents strong opportunities forbusinesses to diversify their activitiesin the energy sector.
The initiative aims to encourage thedevelopment of skills, know-how, andexpertise in the hydrogen and fuelcell markets, initially through thedeployment of H2 transport. The keynear-term priorities are to:
• build a second refuelling stationcapable of refuelling all hydrogenvehicle types in order to attractearly releases of passenger cars.This station will be accessible tothe public;
• work with local partners and carmanufacturers to deploy firstgeneration vehicles;
• support the Council fleet as anearly adopter for new vehicletypes;
• work with bus operators toensure a second major FCB busdeployment from 2018;
• and work with other regions inScotland to seed a Scottishrefuelling network linking to thework of the UK H2 Mobilityprogramme.
Why hydrogen?
The EU, UK and Scottish Governmentshave set ambitious local policies andtargets to reduce greenhouse gasemissions and increase the proportionof low carbon energy sources. Hydrogenwill play a key role in helping Scotlandto realise its targets.
Hydrogen can be produced from waterthrough a process called electrolysis. Thisinvolves using electricity to split the waterinto hydrogen and oxygen. By usingelectricity from renewable sources in thisprocess, the hydrogen can be producedwith very low carbon emissions.
Aberdeen is promoting hydrogentechnologies as a low carbon alternativeto fossil fuels and as an energy vector tofacilitate the deployment of renewableenergy sources in the area.
H2 Aberdeen – a hydrogen economyAberdeen City Council has a strategic aim to build on itsposition as a leading global energy city now and in thefuture, by attracting innovative renewable energy developersto the region. Hydrogen is an important opportunity
Aberdeen’s fleet of hydrogen buses and vehicles
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Aberdeen is now home to Europe’s largest hydrogen fuel cellbus fleet, supported by the UK’s first fully integrated hydrogenproduction and bus refuelling station “ By being a leader in hydrogen
technology development anddeployment, Aberdeen can furtherenhance the region’s economiccompetitiveness through inwardinvestment, job creation and industrydiversification.
Hydrogen technologies can help theregion to maximise the capacity andvalue of renewable energy by storingelectricity generated from intermittentsources, such as wind, which can thenbe used as required. This is significantin the North-East, where wind isplentiful, but connection to the electricitygrid is often costly and not immediatelyavailable.
Through the strategic hydrogenprogramme H2 Aberdeen, a series oftargeted investments has been made tohelp Aberdeen secure a position as aleading deployment centre for hydrogentechnologies.
Aberdeen is now home to Europe’slargest hydrogen fuel cell bus (FCB)fleet, with 10 buses on the city’s roads,supported by the UK’s first fullyintegrated hydrogen production and busrefuelling station (HRS) and a dedicatedmaintenance facility near the city centre.The bus fleet operates with zero harmfulexhaust emissions.
The City Region’s Hydrogen Strategyoutlines the key actions required overthe next 10 years to ensure Aberdeenremains a world-class energy hub,leading a low carbon economy, at theforefront of hydrogen technology.
H2 Aberdeen key near-termpriorities
The H2 Aberdeen initiative aims toopen up greater potential forhydrogen technology in the long termand presents strong opportunities forbusinesses to diversify their activitiesin the energy sector.
The initiative aims to encourage thedevelopment of skills, know-how, andexpertise in the hydrogen and fuelcell markets, initially through thedeployment of H2 transport. The keynear-term priorities are to:
• build a second refuelling stationcapable of refuelling all hydrogenvehicle types in order to attractearly releases of passenger cars.This station will be accessible tothe public;
• work with local partners and carmanufacturers to deploy firstgeneration vehicles;
• support the Council fleet as anearly adopter for new vehicletypes;
• work with bus operators toensure a second major FCB busdeployment from 2018;
• and work with other regions inScotland to seed a Scottishrefuelling network linking to thework of the UK H2 Mobilityprogramme.
Why hydrogen?
The EU, UK and Scottish Governmentshave set ambitious local policies andtargets to reduce greenhouse gasemissions and increase the proportionof low carbon energy sources. Hydrogenwill play a key role in helping Scotlandto realise its targets.
Hydrogen can be produced from waterthrough a process called electrolysis. Thisinvolves using electricity to split the waterinto hydrogen and oxygen. By usingelectricity from renewable sources in thisprocess, the hydrogen can be producedwith very low carbon emissions.
Aberdeen is promoting hydrogentechnologies as a low carbon alternativeto fossil fuels and as an energy vector tofacilitate the deployment of renewableenergy sources in the area.
H2 Aberdeen – a hydrogen economyAberdeen City Council has a strategic aim to build on itsposition as a leading global energy city now and in thefuture, by attracting innovative renewable energy developersto the region. Hydrogen is an important opportunity
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Students from all over the world benefit from Scotland’s legacy of invention
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Students from all over the world benefit from Scotland’s legacy of invention
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Scotland was firmly in the global spotlightin 2014 as hosts to the hugely successfulXX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.2015 is a time for Scotland’s universities tobuild on the opportunities presented by theGames as well as the universities’ ownsuccess in the research excellenceframework, the results of which werepublished in December 2014.
Scotland’s legacy as a nation of inventionwas one of the themes in the openingceremony of the Commonwealth Games.Today, Scotland’s diverse universitiesadvance that great legacy.
The 2014 research excellence framework(REF) found every one of Scotland’s 19higher education institutions to beproducing “world-leading” research.Scotland has strengthened its performancewith 77% of research judged to be “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” in2014, up from 52% in 2008.
For the first time, the REF made anassessment of the impact of universityresearch. 85.8% of Scottish research wasjudged to have “outstanding” or “veryconsiderable” impact.
The ability to transmit the internet througha light-bulb, a low-cost, portable eyeexamination kit capable of preventingblindness in the world’s poorest countries,and new health advice for those withdiabetes are among the many researchbreakthroughs and innovations from ourinstitutions.
University research and innovation hashelped drive the emergence and growth ofseveral industries in Scotland including lifesciences, digital media and the creativeindustries, informatics and renewables.Our research attracts inward investmentfrom research-led global companies.
Higher education is committed todelivering for Scotland’s economy and thecentral role we play is acknowledged inthe Scottish Government’s refreshedeconomic strategy and in its plan to makeScotland a world-leading innovation nation- Scotland Can Do.
Our talented student and graduatepopulation is our other key asset. Teachingquality is high and the demand frominternational students to study in Scotlandis growing. More than 84% wouldrecommend Scotland as a place to studyto their peers at home, more than the UKand global average.
Business satisfaction with the qualityand relevance of a Scottish degree is
evidenced by Scottish graduates beingthe most employable in the UK.
Scotland and its universities have alwaysbeen welcoming and outward-facing.Students from more than 180 countriesstudy here and we have vast alumni,teaching and research networks acrossthe globe.
We want to retain the world’s best andbrightest in Scotland so the cross-partysupport within the Scottish Parliament tore-introduce a post-study work route forinternational students is welcome news.
This has gathered momentum following theScottish independence referendum and we will continue to work with the Scottishand UK governments to create newopportunities for students, for universitiesand for Scotland.
There is much to be excited about as welook to the future. I encourage you toexplore the opportunities that Scotland’s19 universities have to offer.
Hats off to excellence
World-leading research and innovation have madeScotland’s universities the learning centres of choice forstudents from all round the world
Professor Pete Downes, Convener of UniversitiesScotland and Principal and Vice Chancellor ofthe University of Dundee
Professor Pete Downes
Higher education is committed to delivering forScotland’s economy and the central role we playis acknowledged in the Scottish Government’srefreshed economic strategy“
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Students relax at the University of Edinburgh
Scotland was firmly in the global spotlightin 2014 as hosts to the hugely successfulXX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.2015 is a time for Scotland’s universities tobuild on the opportunities presented by theGames as well as the universities’ ownsuccess in the research excellenceframework, the results of which werepublished in December 2014.
Scotland’s legacy as a nation of inventionwas one of the themes in the openingceremony of the Commonwealth Games.Today, Scotland’s diverse universitiesadvance that great legacy.
The 2014 research excellence framework(REF) found every one of Scotland’s 19higher education institutions to beproducing “world-leading” research.Scotland has strengthened its performancewith 77% of research judged to be “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” in2014, up from 52% in 2008.
For the first time, the REF made anassessment of the impact of universityresearch. 85.8% of Scottish research wasjudged to have “outstanding” or “veryconsiderable” impact.
The ability to transmit the internet througha light-bulb, a low-cost, portable eyeexamination kit capable of preventingblindness in the world’s poorest countries,and new health advice for those withdiabetes are among the many researchbreakthroughs and innovations from ourinstitutions.
University research and innovation hashelped drive the emergence and growth ofseveral industries in Scotland including lifesciences, digital media and the creativeindustries, informatics and renewables.Our research attracts inward investmentfrom research-led global companies.
Higher education is committed todelivering for Scotland’s economy and thecentral role we play is acknowledged inthe Scottish Government’s refreshedeconomic strategy and in its plan to makeScotland a world-leading innovation nation- Scotland Can Do.
Our talented student and graduatepopulation is our other key asset. Teachingquality is high and the demand frominternational students to study in Scotlandis growing. More than 84% wouldrecommend Scotland as a place to studyto their peers at home, more than the UKand global average.
Business satisfaction with the qualityand relevance of a Scottish degree is
evidenced by Scottish graduates beingthe most employable in the UK.
Scotland and its universities have alwaysbeen welcoming and outward-facing.Students from more than 180 countriesstudy here and we have vast alumni,teaching and research networks acrossthe globe.
We want to retain the world’s best andbrightest in Scotland so the cross-partysupport within the Scottish Parliament tore-introduce a post-study work route forinternational students is welcome news.
This has gathered momentum following theScottish independence referendum and we will continue to work with the Scottishand UK governments to create newopportunities for students, for universitiesand for Scotland.
There is much to be excited about as welook to the future. I encourage you toexplore the opportunities that Scotland’s19 universities have to offer.
Hats off to excellence
World-leading research and innovation have madeScotland’s universities the learning centres of choice forstudents from all round the world
Professor Pete Downes, Convener of UniversitiesScotland and Principal and Vice Chancellor ofthe University of Dundee
Professor Pete Downes
Higher education is committed to delivering forScotland’s economy and the central role we playis acknowledged in the Scottish Government’srefreshed economic strategy“
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TOURISM
The tranquillity and colourful charm of Tobermory harbour on the Isle of Mull
Taking Scotlandto the world
Photo : VisitScotland
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The tranquillity and colourful charm of Tobermory harbour on the Isle of Mull
Taking Scotlandto the world
Photo : VisitScotland
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Looking over Edinburgh from the Scott Monument in Princes Street
VisitScotlandTel: 0131 472 2222Email: [email protected]
For information on VisitScotland, Scotland’s national tourism organisation, visit:www.visitscotland.org
For all holiday information and bookings go to:www.visitscotland.com
For business tourism information go to: www.conventionscotland.com
Photo : VisitScotland
Tourism is more than a holiday - it createsjobs, sustains communities and provides acolourful shop window for business activityacross all sectors.
Its influence is being felt in every sector -from life sciences to laundry services.Without tourism, industries like food anddrink, retail and construction would beseverely impacted and the spotlight wouldnot be on Scotland after the amazingevents of last year.
There’s no doubt that tourism is leadingeconomic transformation across Scotland.Look at the incredible developments wehave seen, from the Hydro Arena inGlasgow and the stunning V&A inDundee, literally leading change in thosecities. Then there’s the Borders Railway,opening out a beautiful part of the country,and the Natural Retreats developments atJohn O’Groats and Cairngorm.
Look at the thousands of new airline seatsbringing visitors into the country and thepotential to bring visitors in from the FarEast and Australasia through the routesbeing developed, launched and expandedby Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihadairways.
Add to that the launch of United Airlinesfrom Chicago and a number of Europeanflights into Scotland and the world isopening out to Scotland as never before.Literally, we’re taking Scotland to theworld.
On top of that, tourism is creating jobs inevery corner of Scotland - great jobsdealing with visitors and developing skillsthat are highly valued throughout theworld. These are jobs where dedicationand hard work pays off, where meetinginteresting people is a daily experienceand the opportunities to see the world areright on your doorstep.
According to Deloitte, tourism is an£11.6billion industry and they estimatefaster growth than manufacturing,construction and retail. The tourism industryitself has set as its 2020 vision the
encouragement of tourism businessesto innovate, invest and inspire - andVisitScotland is working closely withthem to support that vision.
At VisitScotland, we believe that wedeliver economic success for Scotland byshowcasing the country on a global stageas a place not just to visit but also in whichto invest. With the tourism industry, wehave built a world-class brand based on amodern and traditional Scotland and havedeveloped inspirational campaigns basedon knowing our customers inside out.
The industry is doing a phenomenal joband we are continuing to work inpartnership with destination organisationsand other industry groups to ensure thatwe listen and act on their good ideas andfeedback. Quality is at an all-time high andvisitors identify the friendly welcome as oneof the main reasons they come to Scotland.
We are working to keep tourism at theheart of the economy - moving it away froma simple holiday experience and seeing thepotential this industry has to sell Scotlandto the world and benefit every corner ofthe country.
Remember, every tourism experiencehad the potential to become a businesstransaction, every new developmentbreathes new life into our urban andrural economies and every visitor helpsto create jobs.
Taking Scotland to the world
Tourism is one of Scotland’s most important industries,and its quality and ambition reflects how the countrysees its place in the world
Dr Mike Cantlay, OBEChairman, VisitScotland
Dr Mike Cantlay
Tourism is creatingjobs in every corner ofScotland - great jobswhere dedication andhard work pays offand where meetinginteresting people isa daily experience
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Looking over Edinburgh from the Scott Monument in Princes Street
VisitScotlandTel: 0131 472 2222Email: [email protected]
For information on VisitScotland, Scotland’s national tourism organisation, visit:www.visitscotland.org
For all holiday information and bookings go to:www.visitscotland.com
For business tourism information go to: www.conventionscotland.com
Photo : VisitScotland
Tourism is more than a holiday - it createsjobs, sustains communities and provides acolourful shop window for business activityacross all sectors.
Its influence is being felt in every sector -from life sciences to laundry services.Without tourism, industries like food anddrink, retail and construction would beseverely impacted and the spotlight wouldnot be on Scotland after the amazingevents of last year.
There’s no doubt that tourism is leadingeconomic transformation across Scotland.Look at the incredible developments wehave seen, from the Hydro Arena inGlasgow and the stunning V&A inDundee, literally leading change in thosecities. Then there’s the Borders Railway,opening out a beautiful part of the country,and the Natural Retreats developments atJohn O’Groats and Cairngorm.
Look at the thousands of new airline seatsbringing visitors into the country and thepotential to bring visitors in from the FarEast and Australasia through the routesbeing developed, launched and expandedby Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihadairways.
Add to that the launch of United Airlinesfrom Chicago and a number of Europeanflights into Scotland and the world isopening out to Scotland as never before.Literally, we’re taking Scotland to theworld.
On top of that, tourism is creating jobs inevery corner of Scotland - great jobsdealing with visitors and developing skillsthat are highly valued throughout theworld. These are jobs where dedicationand hard work pays off, where meetinginteresting people is a daily experienceand the opportunities to see the world areright on your doorstep.
According to Deloitte, tourism is an£11.6billion industry and they estimatefaster growth than manufacturing,construction and retail. The tourism industryitself has set as its 2020 vision the
encouragement of tourism businessesto innovate, invest and inspire - andVisitScotland is working closely withthem to support that vision.
At VisitScotland, we believe that wedeliver economic success for Scotland byshowcasing the country on a global stageas a place not just to visit but also in whichto invest. With the tourism industry, wehave built a world-class brand based on amodern and traditional Scotland and havedeveloped inspirational campaigns basedon knowing our customers inside out.
The industry is doing a phenomenal joband we are continuing to work inpartnership with destination organisationsand other industry groups to ensure thatwe listen and act on their good ideas andfeedback. Quality is at an all-time high andvisitors identify the friendly welcome as oneof the main reasons they come to Scotland.
We are working to keep tourism at theheart of the economy - moving it away froma simple holiday experience and seeing thepotential this industry has to sell Scotlandto the world and benefit every corner ofthe country.
Remember, every tourism experiencehad the potential to become a businesstransaction, every new developmentbreathes new life into our urban andrural economies and every visitor helpsto create jobs.
Taking Scotland to the world
Tourism is one of Scotland’s most important industries,and its quality and ambition reflects how the countrysees its place in the world
Dr Mike Cantlay, OBEChairman, VisitScotland
Dr Mike Cantlay
Tourism is creatingjobs in every corner ofScotland - great jobswhere dedication andhard work pays offand where meetinginteresting people isa daily experience
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High life: the Cairngorm mountain railway delights visitors in both summer and winter
Photo : VisitScotland
VisitScotland and the country’s tourismindustry have made Scotland a leadingtourism destination, attracting almost 15million visitors from all over the world,generating just over £9billion inovernight and day visitor expenditure.
We have been welcoming visitors formore than 200 years and Scotland isseen by many as the birthplace ofmodern tourism; a welcomingdestination with a rich culture andheritage, and scenery and landscapesecond to none.
Steeped in tradition, with icons whichare the envy of many of our competitors,the Scotland tourism brand is recognisedthe world over. Scotland also boasts amodern, vibrant culture and we areseeing ongoing investment in newfacilities and infrastructure.
Indeed, it is this mix of the historic andmodern that sets Scotland apart andmakes it such a unique and excitingdestination. From our dynamic cities toour remotest islands, Scotland hassomething for everyone and the Scottishtourism industry is striving to ensure thatit not only meets but exceeds visitorexpectations.
Discover Scotland and you’ll find thecountry is a mix of stunning landscapes,wildlife and wonderful local produce,combined with a thriving arts and
culture scene, topped off with acaptivating history and home to someof the world’s greatest inventors andpioneers.
Our vision is of a world class tourismexperience, showcasing Scotland as amodern, dynamic nation with a globalreach; a creative nation with a richheritage and an inspiring global citizen.
Scotland continues to extend thewarmest of welcomes to visitors fromacross the globe - in a year in whichthe country is once again the perfectstage for sporting and cultural eventsand in which we celebrate Scotland’sYear of Food and Drink.
Tourism at the Heart ofEconomic Success
The reach of the tourism sector goesbeyond the traditional accommodationand visitor attraction businesses and thevalue of the wider visitor economy isestimated to be £11.6billion.
Tourism is more than a holidayexperience - it creates jobs, strengthenscommunities, creates new businessopportunities and provides a platformfrom which to promote the country. InScotland, the importance of tourism tothe wider economy is widely recognisedand is leading economic transformation.
From the V&A Museum of Design
Dundee, which is transforming not onlythe waterfront but the whole city, to theHydro Arena in Glasgow which has ledto investment in new hotels, tourism isthe driving force for providing the jobsof today and tomorrow.
The sector supports 292,000 jobs rightnow and it is estimated that this couldrise to 349,000 by 2025. The linkbetween visitor spend and employmentdemonstrates just how important tourismis to Scotland’s economy: for every£50,000 spent by visitors, a new job iscreated.
These jobs are created and supportedacross every business sector in Scotland.For example, tourism contributes£700million to ancillary transportservices and contributes £700million tothe food and drink industry.
A strong visitor economy not onlysupports the immediate economy, it alsohelps to position Scotland on the worldstage. Every tourism experience has thepotential to become a businesstransaction and the link between tourismand business can be seen no moreclearly than when it comes to events andconferences.
Events and conferences don’t justprovide entertainment - they represent amulti-million pound opportunity to boostjobs and generate inward investment.
An inspiring, world-leadingvisitor destination
Building on the success of 2014, VisitScotlandcontinues to work with partners to keep Scotlandat the forefront of global tourism
The mix of the historic and modern sets Scotland apart and makesit such a unique and exciting destination. From our dynamic citiesto our remotest islands, Scotland has something for everyone“
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High life: the Cairngorm mountain railway delights visitors in both summer and winter
Photo : VisitScotland
VisitScotland and the country’s tourismindustry have made Scotland a leadingtourism destination, attracting almost 15million visitors from all over the world,generating just over £9billion inovernight and day visitor expenditure.
We have been welcoming visitors formore than 200 years and Scotland isseen by many as the birthplace ofmodern tourism; a welcomingdestination with a rich culture andheritage, and scenery and landscapesecond to none.
Steeped in tradition, with icons whichare the envy of many of our competitors,the Scotland tourism brand is recognisedthe world over. Scotland also boasts amodern, vibrant culture and we areseeing ongoing investment in newfacilities and infrastructure.
Indeed, it is this mix of the historic andmodern that sets Scotland apart andmakes it such a unique and excitingdestination. From our dynamic cities toour remotest islands, Scotland hassomething for everyone and the Scottishtourism industry is striving to ensure thatit not only meets but exceeds visitorexpectations.
Discover Scotland and you’ll find thecountry is a mix of stunning landscapes,wildlife and wonderful local produce,combined with a thriving arts and
culture scene, topped off with acaptivating history and home to someof the world’s greatest inventors andpioneers.
Our vision is of a world class tourismexperience, showcasing Scotland as amodern, dynamic nation with a globalreach; a creative nation with a richheritage and an inspiring global citizen.
Scotland continues to extend thewarmest of welcomes to visitors fromacross the globe - in a year in whichthe country is once again the perfectstage for sporting and cultural eventsand in which we celebrate Scotland’sYear of Food and Drink.
Tourism at the Heart ofEconomic Success
The reach of the tourism sector goesbeyond the traditional accommodationand visitor attraction businesses and thevalue of the wider visitor economy isestimated to be £11.6billion.
Tourism is more than a holidayexperience - it creates jobs, strengthenscommunities, creates new businessopportunities and provides a platformfrom which to promote the country. InScotland, the importance of tourism tothe wider economy is widely recognisedand is leading economic transformation.
From the V&A Museum of Design
Dundee, which is transforming not onlythe waterfront but the whole city, to theHydro Arena in Glasgow which has ledto investment in new hotels, tourism isthe driving force for providing the jobsof today and tomorrow.
The sector supports 292,000 jobs rightnow and it is estimated that this couldrise to 349,000 by 2025. The linkbetween visitor spend and employmentdemonstrates just how important tourismis to Scotland’s economy: for every£50,000 spent by visitors, a new job iscreated.
These jobs are created and supportedacross every business sector in Scotland.For example, tourism contributes£700million to ancillary transportservices and contributes £700million tothe food and drink industry.
A strong visitor economy not onlysupports the immediate economy, it alsohelps to position Scotland on the worldstage. Every tourism experience has thepotential to become a businesstransaction and the link between tourismand business can be seen no moreclearly than when it comes to events andconferences.
Events and conferences don’t justprovide entertainment - they represent amulti-million pound opportunity to boostjobs and generate inward investment.
An inspiring, world-leadingvisitor destination
Building on the success of 2014, VisitScotlandcontinues to work with partners to keep Scotlandat the forefront of global tourism
The mix of the historic and modern sets Scotland apart and makesit such a unique and exciting destination. From our dynamic citiesto our remotest islands, Scotland has something for everyone“
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Photo : VisitScotland
Attractions such as whisky distilling bring visitors to Scotland from all over the world
VisitScotland, through its Conference BidFund, is working with the cities to buildon this reputation helping to securemajor business conferences for 2015.The opportunities to bring about newbusiness as a result of investment inbusiness tourism are huge.
Life sciences represent 70% of the bidsto VisitScotland’s Conference Bid Fundand attracting major conferences of thisnature enhances Scotland’s profile andcredentials as a location for inwardinvestment. Close working with ScottishDevelopment International ensures thatlinks are made which can in turn lead tonew business deals.
Leading the world in quality,sustainability and service
High quality service and facilities arecrucial to making Scotland a must-visit,must-return destination and Scotland isrecognised as a world leader in thisfield. VisitScotland’s Quality Assurancescheme is a benchmark for qualityacross the tourism industry and operatesacross accommodation, visitorattractions and food sectors.
The scheme is valued by consumers andbusinesses alike. Research shows that95% of visitors believe the grade given
meets their expectation, while 94% ofquality assured businesses madeinvestments in the last two years, themajority of which were influenced bythe quality assurance scheme. Overall,among all participating businesses, totaladditional annual investment attributableto the schemes is £71.2million.
The benefits of quality assurance are notjust for visitors. The confidence thatcomes from quality assurance keepsbusinesses on top of their game andultimately the increased opportunities itcreates puts cash in the till.
The increase in annual revenue in theScottish tourism sector, resulting frominvestment in quality assurance, isestimated at least £38million and theincreased GVA generated directlysupports 900 jobs.
Importantly, the quality assurancescheme plays a vitally important rolein enhancing Scotland’s reputationinternationally. Countries from acrossthe world have turned to Scotland foradvice on quality assurance and areadopting the Scottish scheme. Theseinclude Norway, Sweden, NorthernIreland and Namibia, with Malta,Iceland, Estonia and Canada all inactive discussions.
In recognition of growing consumerinterest in the environment, a separatesustainability assessment has beenintroduced to the quality assurancescheme, providing advice to businesseswhich will, in turn, give them confidenceto undertake more sustainable practices.
Visitors increasingly expect businesses toadopt sustainable practices as the norm- 84% say that sustainability is very orquite important when making holidaychoices.
The accessible tourism marketencompasses a range of visitors:disabled people; seniors; people withtemporary disabilities; and parents withyoung children. Tourism expenditure inthis sector has grown by 33% in thepast five years and businesses inScotland are seizing the opportunitythis sector represents. Along with otherEuropean destinations, Scotland isleading the way to mainstreamaccessibility into the tourism industry.
Tourism is one of Scotland’s greateconomic success stories and theindustry is in excellent shape to seizethe opportunities of 2015 and beyond.It is a sector ready for further investment,promising good returns for those withthe vision to be part of the success.
The confidence that comes from quality assurance keepsbusinesses on top of their game and ultimately theincreased opportunities it creates puts cash in the till“
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Photo : VisitScotland
Attractions such as whisky distilling bring visitors to Scotland from all over the world
VisitScotland, through its Conference BidFund, is working with the cities to buildon this reputation helping to securemajor business conferences for 2015.The opportunities to bring about newbusiness as a result of investment inbusiness tourism are huge.
Life sciences represent 70% of the bidsto VisitScotland’s Conference Bid Fundand attracting major conferences of thisnature enhances Scotland’s profile andcredentials as a location for inwardinvestment. Close working with ScottishDevelopment International ensures thatlinks are made which can in turn lead tonew business deals.
Leading the world in quality,sustainability and service
High quality service and facilities arecrucial to making Scotland a must-visit,must-return destination and Scotland isrecognised as a world leader in thisfield. VisitScotland’s Quality Assurancescheme is a benchmark for qualityacross the tourism industry and operatesacross accommodation, visitorattractions and food sectors.
The scheme is valued by consumers andbusinesses alike. Research shows that95% of visitors believe the grade given
meets their expectation, while 94% ofquality assured businesses madeinvestments in the last two years, themajority of which were influenced bythe quality assurance scheme. Overall,among all participating businesses, totaladditional annual investment attributableto the schemes is £71.2million.
The benefits of quality assurance are notjust for visitors. The confidence thatcomes from quality assurance keepsbusinesses on top of their game andultimately the increased opportunities itcreates puts cash in the till.
The increase in annual revenue in theScottish tourism sector, resulting frominvestment in quality assurance, isestimated at least £38million and theincreased GVA generated directlysupports 900 jobs.
Importantly, the quality assurancescheme plays a vitally important rolein enhancing Scotland’s reputationinternationally. Countries from acrossthe world have turned to Scotland foradvice on quality assurance and areadopting the Scottish scheme. Theseinclude Norway, Sweden, NorthernIreland and Namibia, with Malta,Iceland, Estonia and Canada all inactive discussions.
In recognition of growing consumerinterest in the environment, a separatesustainability assessment has beenintroduced to the quality assurancescheme, providing advice to businesseswhich will, in turn, give them confidenceto undertake more sustainable practices.
Visitors increasingly expect businesses toadopt sustainable practices as the norm- 84% say that sustainability is very orquite important when making holidaychoices.
The accessible tourism marketencompasses a range of visitors:disabled people; seniors; people withtemporary disabilities; and parents withyoung children. Tourism expenditure inthis sector has grown by 33% in thepast five years and businesses inScotland are seizing the opportunitythis sector represents. Along with otherEuropean destinations, Scotland isleading the way to mainstreamaccessibility into the tourism industry.
Tourism is one of Scotland’s greateconomic success stories and theindustry is in excellent shape to seizethe opportunities of 2015 and beyond.It is a sector ready for further investment,promising good returns for those withthe vision to be part of the success.
The confidence that comes from quality assurance keepsbusinesses on top of their game and ultimately theincreased opportunities it creates puts cash in the till“
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Hot stuff: Arbroath Smokies prepared in the traditional way
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Hot stuff: Arbroath Smokies prepared in the traditional way
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Harvest of the sea: the famous Scottish brown crab
On these pages a year ago, I lookedahead to what I believed would be aunique year of opportunity to showcaseour food and drink sector. 2014 didindeed turn out to be just that. However,rather than being just a one-year wonder,I believe the global events that came toScotland’s shores on 2014 - and, yes, theinternational attention generation by thereferendum - have all created positivemomentum.
I suppose throughout last year there wasa nagging sense that we’d wake up onJanuary 1, 2015, and ask: “What now?”But, having ensured that our world classfood and drink played a central role in theCommonwealth Games and Ryder Cup,we have collectively embraced the 2015initiative to build on it: a Year of Food& Drink.
The tourism-themed years - of which foodand drink is the first of the next phase -have been a very smart move. Theyprovide a focus and can allow industry toco-ordinate its own marketing effortsaround a common structure.
By its nature, even by declaring this as theYear of Food & Drink, 2015 was alwaysgoing to be a different animal to 2014.Less focused on flagship events, but much
more about making a quality, Scottish foodand drink experience an integral part ofScotland’s day to day tourism offer.
Our tourism and food and drink industriesare the nation’s biggest employers andthey are interdependent. 20% of visitorspend is on food and drink. So raising ourgame here and joining these two industriesup has been critical, and the leadershipbodies of both Scotland Food & Drinkand the Scottish Tourism Alliance workhand in hand.
For the food and drink industry, the keyto success remains the development of arange of markets. The market right on ourdoorstep is critical; that’s where the tourismlink can be crucial. But so too are both theUK-wide retail and catering markets andthe overseas export opportunities.
The UK market is undergoing what feelslike a once in a generation change.Our shopping habits are fundamentallychanging. We’re become a country ofconvenience shoppers, with the fortnightlyshop in a hypermarket becoming muchless common.
We’re less likely to be loyal to one retailer,happy to switch about and providing theroom for previously smaller players tomove into the market. And that is nota statement purely about the so-calleddiscounters. Aldi and Lidl are thriving forsure, offering less choice but no lessquality and embracing local products.
However, Waitrose is now the UK’s thirdfastest growing retailer. The opportunityfor our food and drink producers remains
good; we have identified a further£1billion in manufacturing sales in theUK as a realistic goal over the next threeto four years. However, innovation inproducts and brands will be critical toadapt to such fast change in our biggestmarket.
Just as the domestic market remains key,so too the overseas push is fundamental toour future. There is now a global team oftrade specialists, dedicated to food anddrink, in key markets around the world.In a sign of the new ways of working thatthe Scotland Food & Drink partnership haspioneered, those posts, working throughScottish Development International, arefunded with both industry and governmentcontributions.
It is that sense of collaboration that Ibelieve is putting Scotland on the map,not only in terms of the awareness of thediverse and rich larder, but also in theawareness of how we have workedcollectively. It is not surprising to seesimilar initiatives now underway in bothWales and Northern Ireland.
Collaboration is now far-reaching withcompanies in the same sector increasinglyworking together, different sectors areworking jointly and industry andgovernment have found a way to identify,and unite around, a common strategy. It’snot all plain sailing; it never will be, andmost things meaningful never are. But wecan look ahead to next few years withreal optimism.
We’re all in this together
A meaningful collaboration between trade specialists inboth industry and Government is putting Scotland on themap as one of the world’s choicest and tastiest larders
James Withers, Chief ExecutiveScotland Food & Drink
James Withers
Tourism-themed years provide a focus and can allowindustry to co-ordinate its own marketing efforts arounda common structure.“
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Harvest of the sea: the famous Scottish brown crab
On these pages a year ago, I lookedahead to what I believed would be aunique year of opportunity to showcaseour food and drink sector. 2014 didindeed turn out to be just that. However,rather than being just a one-year wonder,I believe the global events that came toScotland’s shores on 2014 - and, yes, theinternational attention generation by thereferendum - have all created positivemomentum.
I suppose throughout last year there wasa nagging sense that we’d wake up onJanuary 1, 2015, and ask: “What now?”But, having ensured that our world classfood and drink played a central role in theCommonwealth Games and Ryder Cup,we have collectively embraced the 2015initiative to build on it: a Year of Food& Drink.
The tourism-themed years - of which foodand drink is the first of the next phase -have been a very smart move. Theyprovide a focus and can allow industry toco-ordinate its own marketing effortsaround a common structure.
By its nature, even by declaring this as theYear of Food & Drink, 2015 was alwaysgoing to be a different animal to 2014.Less focused on flagship events, but much
more about making a quality, Scottish foodand drink experience an integral part ofScotland’s day to day tourism offer.
Our tourism and food and drink industriesare the nation’s biggest employers andthey are interdependent. 20% of visitorspend is on food and drink. So raising ourgame here and joining these two industriesup has been critical, and the leadershipbodies of both Scotland Food & Drinkand the Scottish Tourism Alliance workhand in hand.
For the food and drink industry, the keyto success remains the development of arange of markets. The market right on ourdoorstep is critical; that’s where the tourismlink can be crucial. But so too are both theUK-wide retail and catering markets andthe overseas export opportunities.
The UK market is undergoing what feelslike a once in a generation change.Our shopping habits are fundamentallychanging. We’re become a country ofconvenience shoppers, with the fortnightlyshop in a hypermarket becoming muchless common.
We’re less likely to be loyal to one retailer,happy to switch about and providing theroom for previously smaller players tomove into the market. And that is nota statement purely about the so-calleddiscounters. Aldi and Lidl are thriving forsure, offering less choice but no lessquality and embracing local products.
However, Waitrose is now the UK’s thirdfastest growing retailer. The opportunityfor our food and drink producers remains
good; we have identified a further£1billion in manufacturing sales in theUK as a realistic goal over the next threeto four years. However, innovation inproducts and brands will be critical toadapt to such fast change in our biggestmarket.
Just as the domestic market remains key,so too the overseas push is fundamental toour future. There is now a global team oftrade specialists, dedicated to food anddrink, in key markets around the world.In a sign of the new ways of working thatthe Scotland Food & Drink partnership haspioneered, those posts, working throughScottish Development International, arefunded with both industry and governmentcontributions.
It is that sense of collaboration that Ibelieve is putting Scotland on the map,not only in terms of the awareness of thediverse and rich larder, but also in theawareness of how we have workedcollectively. It is not surprising to seesimilar initiatives now underway in bothWales and Northern Ireland.
Collaboration is now far-reaching withcompanies in the same sector increasinglyworking together, different sectors areworking jointly and industry andgovernment have found a way to identify,and unite around, a common strategy. It’snot all plain sailing; it never will be, andmost things meaningful never are. But wecan look ahead to next few years withreal optimism.
We’re all in this together
A meaningful collaboration between trade specialists inboth industry and Government is putting Scotland on themap as one of the world’s choicest and tastiest larders
James Withers, Chief ExecutiveScotland Food & Drink
James Withers
Tourism-themed years provide a focus and can allowindustry to co-ordinate its own marketing efforts arounda common structure.“
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For legal and strategic advice, please contact:Anderson StrathernEmail: [email protected]: +44 (0)131 625 7278www.andersonstrathern.co.uk
The clean waters of Scotland’s seas and lochs bring a rich harvest
Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns,reminds us that we are to be thankful whenwe have our health and can share goodfood and drink. His Selkirk Grace - “Wehae meat an’ we can eat, so let the Lordbe thankit” - is recited whenever andwherever Scots meet.
It is particularly a part of Burns Suppers,where we celebrate the Bard’s unique skillsas a wordsmith and enjoy the tradition ofhaggis, neeps and tatties washed downby a dram or two of whisky. Like BonniePrince Charlie’s secret recipe forDrambuie, the precise contents of thehaggis remain a mystery.
In Scotland, we do “hae meat.” Scotland’sfields, mountains, rivers and seas are richsources of internationally recognisedquality produce. The country’s food anddrink sector is an outstanding success storywith turnover and profits continuing to rise.
Scotland is home to an abundance offantastic food and drink brands,established family businesses and greatrestaurants serving creative, locallysourced dishes. The breadth of culinarystyles reflects Scotland’s own hospitality inwelcoming people from across the globe.
Anderson Strathern’s people have a strongaffection and connection with the sector.My first ever job was as a grouse beaterin the Lammermuir Hills, for which I wasrewarded with 50p, a Scotch pie and acan of Coke! My journey to work eachday takes me past arable land from whichScottish barley is harvested, soft fruitproducers, fishermen catching lobster, acraft brewery, a whisky distillery, a ginmaker and livestock farms.
Smaller producers collaborate with oneanother and with larger players to shareinnovations, increase customer choiceand streamline routes to market. Wealthis being generated and shared throughsales and exports, and the nurturing ofnew, good quality jobs.
This helps communities flourish andcontributes to sustainable tourism. Theseopportunities assist in addressing thechallenges we face through inequalitygaps in health and attainment. Sandwichshops and pop-up market-gardens arecreating employment for those withchaotic lifestyles.
The food and drink sector is supported bya highly developed supply chain whichincludes agriculture, fisheries, aquaculture,an efficient distribution network, foodretailers, hospitality, education and trainingas well as excellent connectivity tointernational markets.
Our central and local governments haveworked in partnership to develop asupportive framework for privateenterprise. Industry bodies like ScotlandFood and Drink are delivering on a clearstrategy focused on people, produce andplace. These factors have created anenvironment which is welcoming forpeople who want to invest in Scotlandor import our products.
In Scotland, it is easy to set up or investin a business. Affordable finance isavailable. The planning process isdesigned to be user-friendly and to supportsustainable economic growth. There is apool of talented people. We are proudof our regulatory arrangements whichinclude food standards, health, safetyand licensing.
These protect our innovative brands andprocesses and guarantee provenance andquality. Professional firms like our ownhave played our role in really knowingthe sector, delivering an outstandingservice and powerfully collaborating withour clients to achieve their business andpersonal goals.
As Burns encourages in the Selkirk Grace,we do think about others who are lessfortunate, and, when “we hae meat”,we do give thanks.
We hae meat
Scotland has a larder of top quality, fresh produce whichis the envy of the world and producers large and small,backed by supportive professional services firms, aremaking their mark in domestic and international markets
Robert Carr, chair at Scottish law firmAnderson Strathern
Robert Carr
My journey to work each day takes me pastarable land from which Scottish barley isharvested, soft fruit producers, fishermencatching lobster, a craft brewery, a whiskydistillery, a gin maker and livestock farms
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The clean waters of Scotland’s seas and lochs bring a rich harvest
Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns,reminds us that we are to be thankful whenwe have our health and can share goodfood and drink. His Selkirk Grace - “Wehae meat an’ we can eat, so let the Lordbe thankit” - is recited whenever andwherever Scots meet.
It is particularly a part of Burns Suppers,where we celebrate the Bard’s unique skillsas a wordsmith and enjoy the tradition ofhaggis, neeps and tatties washed downby a dram or two of whisky. Like BonniePrince Charlie’s secret recipe forDrambuie, the precise contents of thehaggis remain a mystery.
In Scotland, we do “hae meat.” Scotland’sfields, mountains, rivers and seas are richsources of internationally recognisedquality produce. The country’s food anddrink sector is an outstanding success storywith turnover and profits continuing to rise.
Scotland is home to an abundance offantastic food and drink brands,established family businesses and greatrestaurants serving creative, locallysourced dishes. The breadth of culinarystyles reflects Scotland’s own hospitality inwelcoming people from across the globe.
Anderson Strathern’s people have a strongaffection and connection with the sector.My first ever job was as a grouse beaterin the Lammermuir Hills, for which I wasrewarded with 50p, a Scotch pie and acan of Coke! My journey to work eachday takes me past arable land from whichScottish barley is harvested, soft fruitproducers, fishermen catching lobster, acraft brewery, a whisky distillery, a ginmaker and livestock farms.
Smaller producers collaborate with oneanother and with larger players to shareinnovations, increase customer choiceand streamline routes to market. Wealthis being generated and shared throughsales and exports, and the nurturing ofnew, good quality jobs.
This helps communities flourish andcontributes to sustainable tourism. Theseopportunities assist in addressing thechallenges we face through inequalitygaps in health and attainment. Sandwichshops and pop-up market-gardens arecreating employment for those withchaotic lifestyles.
The food and drink sector is supported bya highly developed supply chain whichincludes agriculture, fisheries, aquaculture,an efficient distribution network, foodretailers, hospitality, education and trainingas well as excellent connectivity tointernational markets.
Our central and local governments haveworked in partnership to develop asupportive framework for privateenterprise. Industry bodies like ScotlandFood and Drink are delivering on a clearstrategy focused on people, produce andplace. These factors have created anenvironment which is welcoming forpeople who want to invest in Scotlandor import our products.
In Scotland, it is easy to set up or investin a business. Affordable finance isavailable. The planning process isdesigned to be user-friendly and to supportsustainable economic growth. There is apool of talented people. We are proudof our regulatory arrangements whichinclude food standards, health, safetyand licensing.
These protect our innovative brands andprocesses and guarantee provenance andquality. Professional firms like our ownhave played our role in really knowingthe sector, delivering an outstandingservice and powerfully collaborating withour clients to achieve their business andpersonal goals.
As Burns encourages in the Selkirk Grace,we do think about others who are lessfortunate, and, when “we hae meat”,we do give thanks.
We hae meat
Scotland has a larder of top quality, fresh produce whichis the envy of the world and producers large and small,backed by supportive professional services firms, aremaking their mark in domestic and international markets
Robert Carr, chair at Scottish law firmAnderson Strathern
Robert Carr
My journey to work each day takes me pastarable land from which Scottish barley isharvested, soft fruit producers, fishermencatching lobster, a craft brewery, a whiskydistillery, a gin maker and livestock farms
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Luxury by the river: the imposing exterior of the Crowne Plaza Glasgow
For the eventsthat really matter
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Luxury by the river: the imposing exterior of the Crowne Plaza Glasgow
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Arriving in style at the Crowne Plaza Glasgow
Crowne Plaza GlasgowTel: 0141 306 9988www.crowneplaza.com/cpglasgow
The multiple award-winning CrownePlaza Glasgow Hotel boasts one of themost enviable positions in hospitalitycircles, with its own pontoon on thebanks of the River Clyde. The closeproximity to the SSE Hydro and directconnection through its internal walkwayto the SECC ensures the hotel attractsfunctions, meetings and events of thehighest profile and calibre.
Keeping the hotel at the top of itsgame is a constant programme ofre-investment in its facilities, and alsointernal training, to provide the bestpossible service so that customerschoose to come back. This is reflectedin the loyal repeat custom the hotel sees,and of which it is so fiercely proud.
The hotel has unrivalled meeting spaceand function suites that are matchedwith unsurpassed levels of customerservice, quality of facilities, in-houseAV support and the highest standardof catering served even to events withlarge numbers.
With the ability to host from two to 800delegates, the range of flexible facilitiesin a dedicated wing of the hotel make ita first choice for many loyal businessesand new bookers.
Perhaps most notably, the Crowne Plazawas chosen as Headquarters MediaHotel for the Commonwealth Games,as well as being the venue of choice formany political party conferences. It alsohad the pleasure of working with theBBC, hosting the production staff, crewand presenters of the BBC SportsPersonality of the Year Awards, with thehotel providing them a large numberof rooms, plus all catering requirementsand 24 hour service for all their needs.
The feedback was overwhelminglypositive, with the hotel being praised onhow well it dealt with a large number ofguests, helping to make sure that one ofthe BBC’s flagship events was a hugesuccess.
The hotel also boasts the MarinerRestaurant, completely transformedand refurbished to create a diningexperience that is definitely worth avisit. Reflecting the restaurant positionon the riverside of the River Clyde inGlasgow, the ambience inside blendsstyle and quality that is enhanced bya warm and welcoming atmosphere.
It is one of the best places to eat nearthe SECC, led by an esteemed HeadChef who is highly regarded in the
industry, offering an eclectic andinteresting menu, from a deliciousseafood platter to the more traditional8oz sirloin steak, all are served withgreat attention to detail and of course,made only using the best and freshestlocal produce.
The same head chef leads a brigadecapable of ensuring these exactingstandards are also offered to eachand every delegate or guest attendingan event, regardless of size.
The hotel has proved it can go fromstrength to strength hosting big events,meeting the needs for all business withits facilities, location and space, coupledwith the emphasis the hotel places onprotecting the environment through theirGreen Business accreditations, theCrowne Plaza also ticks another boxfor bookers representing businesses withstrong Corporate Social Responsibilityguidelines.
The close proximity to the SECC and theSSE Hydro also ensures the hotel is thenumber one choice for pre- and postdining events of all sizes. With all theCrowne Plaza Glasgow has to offer interms of location, facilities and service,you won’t find a better destination.
For the events that really matterConferences have a vital international dimension andScottish venues such as the Crowne Plaza Glasgow cancompete with the world in catering to events of all sizes
The Crowne Plaza was chosen as Headquarters Media Hotel forthe Commonwealth Games, as well as being the venue of choicefor many political party conferences “
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Arriving in style at the Crowne Plaza Glasgow
Crowne Plaza GlasgowTel: 0141 306 9988www.crowneplaza.com/cpglasgow
The multiple award-winning CrownePlaza Glasgow Hotel boasts one of themost enviable positions in hospitalitycircles, with its own pontoon on thebanks of the River Clyde. The closeproximity to the SSE Hydro and directconnection through its internal walkwayto the SECC ensures the hotel attractsfunctions, meetings and events of thehighest profile and calibre.
Keeping the hotel at the top of itsgame is a constant programme ofre-investment in its facilities, and alsointernal training, to provide the bestpossible service so that customerschoose to come back. This is reflectedin the loyal repeat custom the hotel sees,and of which it is so fiercely proud.
The hotel has unrivalled meeting spaceand function suites that are matchedwith unsurpassed levels of customerservice, quality of facilities, in-houseAV support and the highest standardof catering served even to events withlarge numbers.
With the ability to host from two to 800delegates, the range of flexible facilitiesin a dedicated wing of the hotel make ita first choice for many loyal businessesand new bookers.
Perhaps most notably, the Crowne Plazawas chosen as Headquarters MediaHotel for the Commonwealth Games,as well as being the venue of choice formany political party conferences. It alsohad the pleasure of working with theBBC, hosting the production staff, crewand presenters of the BBC SportsPersonality of the Year Awards, with thehotel providing them a large numberof rooms, plus all catering requirementsand 24 hour service for all their needs.
The feedback was overwhelminglypositive, with the hotel being praised onhow well it dealt with a large number ofguests, helping to make sure that one ofthe BBC’s flagship events was a hugesuccess.
The hotel also boasts the MarinerRestaurant, completely transformedand refurbished to create a diningexperience that is definitely worth avisit. Reflecting the restaurant positionon the riverside of the River Clyde inGlasgow, the ambience inside blendsstyle and quality that is enhanced bya warm and welcoming atmosphere.
It is one of the best places to eat nearthe SECC, led by an esteemed HeadChef who is highly regarded in the
industry, offering an eclectic andinteresting menu, from a deliciousseafood platter to the more traditional8oz sirloin steak, all are served withgreat attention to detail and of course,made only using the best and freshestlocal produce.
The same head chef leads a brigadecapable of ensuring these exactingstandards are also offered to eachand every delegate or guest attendingan event, regardless of size.
The hotel has proved it can go fromstrength to strength hosting big events,meeting the needs for all business withits facilities, location and space, coupledwith the emphasis the hotel places onprotecting the environment through theirGreen Business accreditations, theCrowne Plaza also ticks another boxfor bookers representing businesses withstrong Corporate Social Responsibilityguidelines.
The close proximity to the SECC and theSSE Hydro also ensures the hotel is thenumber one choice for pre- and postdining events of all sizes. With all theCrowne Plaza Glasgow has to offer interms of location, facilities and service,you won’t find a better destination.
For the events that really matterConferences have a vital international dimension andScottish venues such as the Crowne Plaza Glasgow cancompete with the world in catering to events of all sizes
The Crowne Plaza was chosen as Headquarters Media Hotel forthe Commonwealth Games, as well as being the venue of choicefor many political party conferences “
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The Right HonNicola SturgeonMSP First Minister
Joe FitzPatrickMSP Minister forParliamentary Business
Keith Brown MSP Cabinet Secretary forInfrastructure,Investment and Cities
Margaret Burgess MSP Minister for Housingand Welfare
Alex NeilMSP Social Justice,Communities andPensioners’ Rights
Shona RobisonMSP Cabinet Secretaryfor Health, Wellbeingand Sport
Michael MathesonMSP Cabinet Secretaryfor Justice
John SwinneyMSP Deputy First Ministerand Cabinet Secretaryfor Finance,Constitution andEconomy
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Fergus EwingMSP Minister for Business,Energy and Tourism
Derek MackayMSP Minister for Transportand Islands
Aileen CampbellMSP Minister for Childrenand Young People
Alasdair AllanMSP Minister for Learning,Science and Scotland’sLanguages
Angela ConstanceMSP Cabinet Secretaryfor Education andLifelong Learning
RoseannaCunninghamMSPCabinet Secretary forFair Work, Skills andTraining
Richard LochheadMSP Cabinet Secretary forRural Affairs, Food andthe Environment
Paul Wheelhouse MSP Minister for CommunitySafety and Legal Affairs
Fiona Hyslop MSP Cabinet Secretary forCulture, Europe andExternal Affairs
Humza Yousaf MSP Minister forEurope andInternationalDevelopment
Frank MulhollandLord Advocate
Lesley ThomsonSolicitor General
Annabelle Ewing MSPMinister for Youth andWomen’s Employment
Marco Biagi MSP Minister for LocalGovernment andCommunityEmpowerment
Maureen Watt MSP Minister forPublic Health
Jamie Hepburn MSP Minister for Sport,Health Improvementand Mental Health
Aileen McLeod MSP Minister forEnvironment, ClimateChange and LandReform
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The Right HonNicola SturgeonMSP First Minister
Joe FitzPatrickMSP Minister forParliamentary Business
Keith Brown MSP Cabinet Secretary forInfrastructure,Investment and Cities
Margaret Burgess MSP Minister for Housingand Welfare
Alex NeilMSP Social Justice,Communities andPensioners’ Rights
Shona RobisonMSP Cabinet Secretaryfor Health, Wellbeingand Sport
Michael MathesonMSP Cabinet Secretaryfor Justice
John SwinneyMSP Deputy First Ministerand Cabinet Secretaryfor Finance,Constitution andEconomy
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Fergus EwingMSP Minister for Business,Energy and Tourism
Derek MackayMSP Minister for Transportand Islands
Aileen CampbellMSP Minister for Childrenand Young People
Alasdair AllanMSP Minister for Learning,Science and Scotland’sLanguages
Angela ConstanceMSP Cabinet Secretaryfor Education andLifelong Learning
RoseannaCunninghamMSPCabinet Secretary forFair Work, Skills andTraining
Richard LochheadMSP Cabinet Secretary forRural Affairs, Food andthe Environment
Paul Wheelhouse MSP Minister for CommunitySafety and Legal Affairs
Fiona Hyslop MSP Cabinet Secretary forCulture, Europe andExternal Affairs
Humza Yousaf MSP Minister forEurope andInternationalDevelopment
Frank MulhollandLord Advocate
Lesley ThomsonSolicitor General
Annabelle Ewing MSPMinister for Youth andWomen’s Employment
Marco Biagi MSP Minister for LocalGovernment andCommunityEmpowerment
Maureen Watt MSP Minister forPublic Health
Jamie Hepburn MSP Minister for Sport,Health Improvementand Mental Health
Aileen McLeod MSP Minister forEnvironment, ClimateChange and LandReform
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The Scottish Parliament MSPs – Current Members
George AdamPaisleyScottish National Party
Clare AdamsonCentral ScotlandScottish National Party
Alasdair AllanNa h-Eileanan an IarScottish National Party
Christian AllardNorth East ScotlandScottish National Party
Jackie BaillieDumbartonScottish Labour
Claire BakerMid Scotland and FifeScottish Labour
Richard BakerNorth East ScotlandScottish Labour
Jayne BaxterMid Scotland and FifeScottish Labour
Claudia BeamishSouth ScotlandScottish Labour
Colin BeattieMidlothian North and MusselburghScottish National Party
Marco BiagiEdinburgh Central.Scottish National Party
Neil BibbyWest ScotlandScottish Labour
Sarah BoyackLothianScottish Labour
Chic BrodieSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Gavin BrownLothianScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Keith BrownClackmannanshire and DunblaneScottish National Party
Cameron BuchananLothianScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Margaret BurgessCunninghame SouthScottish National Party
Aileen CampbellClydesdaleScottish National Party
Roderick CampbellNorth East FifeScottish National Party
Jackson CarlawWest ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Malcolm ChisholmEdinburgh Northern and LeithScottish Labour
Willie CoffeyKilmarnock and Irvine ValleyScottish National Party
Angela ConstanceAlmond ValleyScottish National Party
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Bruce CrawfordStirlingScottish National Party
Roseanna CunninghamPerthshire South and Kinross-shireScottish National Party
Ruth DavidsonGlasgowScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Graeme DeyAngus SouthScottish National Party
Nigel DonAngus North and MearnsScottish National Party
Bob DorisGlasgowScottish National Party
James DornanGlasgow CathcartScottish National Party
Kezia DugdaleLothianScottish Labour
Jim EadieEdinburgh SouthernScottish National Party
Annabelle EwingMid Scotland and FifeScottish National Party
Fergus EwingInverness and NairnScottish National Party
Linda FabianiEast KilbrideScottish National Party
Mary FeeWest ScotlandScottish Labour
Patricia FergusonGlasgow Maryhill and SpringburnScottish Labour
Alex FergussonGalloway and West DumfriesScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Neil FindlayLothianScottish Labour
John FinnieHighlands and IslandsIndependent
Joe FitzPatrick Dundee City WestScottish National Party
Murdo FraserMid Scotland and FifeScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Kenneth GibsonCunninghame NorthScottish National Party
Rob GibsonCaithness, Sutherland and RossScottish National Party
Annabel GoldieWest ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Christine GrahameMidlothian South, Tweeddaleand LauderdaleScottish National Party
Rhoda GrantHighlands and IslandsScottish Labour
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The Scottish Parliament MSPs – Current Members
George AdamPaisleyScottish National Party
Clare AdamsonCentral ScotlandScottish National Party
Alasdair AllanNa h-Eileanan an IarScottish National Party
Christian AllardNorth East ScotlandScottish National Party
Jackie BaillieDumbartonScottish Labour
Claire BakerMid Scotland and FifeScottish Labour
Richard BakerNorth East ScotlandScottish Labour
Jayne BaxterMid Scotland and FifeScottish Labour
Claudia BeamishSouth ScotlandScottish Labour
Colin BeattieMidlothian North and MusselburghScottish National Party
Marco BiagiEdinburgh Central.Scottish National Party
Neil BibbyWest ScotlandScottish Labour
Sarah BoyackLothianScottish Labour
Chic BrodieSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Gavin BrownLothianScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Keith BrownClackmannanshire and DunblaneScottish National Party
Cameron BuchananLothianScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Margaret BurgessCunninghame SouthScottish National Party
Aileen CampbellClydesdaleScottish National Party
Roderick CampbellNorth East FifeScottish National Party
Jackson CarlawWest ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Malcolm ChisholmEdinburgh Northern and LeithScottish Labour
Willie CoffeyKilmarnock and Irvine ValleyScottish National Party
Angela ConstanceAlmond ValleyScottish National Party
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Bruce CrawfordStirlingScottish National Party
Roseanna CunninghamPerthshire South and Kinross-shireScottish National Party
Ruth DavidsonGlasgowScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Graeme DeyAngus SouthScottish National Party
Nigel DonAngus North and MearnsScottish National Party
Bob DorisGlasgowScottish National Party
James DornanGlasgow CathcartScottish National Party
Kezia DugdaleLothianScottish Labour
Jim EadieEdinburgh SouthernScottish National Party
Annabelle EwingMid Scotland and FifeScottish National Party
Fergus EwingInverness and NairnScottish National Party
Linda FabianiEast KilbrideScottish National Party
Mary FeeWest ScotlandScottish Labour
Patricia FergusonGlasgow Maryhill and SpringburnScottish Labour
Alex FergussonGalloway and West DumfriesScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Neil FindlayLothianScottish Labour
John FinnieHighlands and IslandsIndependent
Joe FitzPatrick Dundee City WestScottish National Party
Murdo FraserMid Scotland and FifeScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Kenneth GibsonCunninghame NorthScottish National Party
Rob GibsonCaithness, Sutherland and RossScottish National Party
Annabel GoldieWest ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Christine GrahameMidlothian South, Tweeddaleand LauderdaleScottish National Party
Rhoda GrantHighlands and IslandsScottish Labour
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Margaret MitchellCentral ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Elaine MurrayDumfriesshireScottish Labour
Alex NeilAirdrie and ShottsScottish National Party
Gil PatersonClydebank and MilngavieScottish National Party
Graeme PearsonSouth ScotlandScottish Labour
John PentlandMotherwell and WishawScottish Labour
Willie RennieMid Scotland and FifeScottish Liberal Democrats
Dennis RobertsonAberdeenshire WestScottish National Party
Shona RobisonDundee City EastScottish National Party
Alex Rowley CowdenbeathScottish Labour
Michael RussellArgyll and ButeScottish National Party
Alex SalmondAberdeenshire EastScottish National Party
Mary ScanlonHighlands and IslandsScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
John ScottAyrScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Tavish ScottShetland IslandsScottish Liberal Democrats
Richard SimpsonMid Scotland and FifeScottish Labour
Drew SmithGlasgowScottish Labour
Elaine SmithCoatbridge and ChrystonScottish Labour
Liz SmithMid Scotland and FifeScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Stewart StevensonBanffshire and Buchan CoastScottish National Party
David StewartHighlands and IslandsScottish Labour
Kevin StewartAberdeen CentralScottish National Party
Nicola SturgeonGlasgow SouthsideScottish National Party
John SwinneyPerthshire NorthScottish National Party
Dave ThompsonSkye, Lochaber and BadenochScottish National Party
David TorranceKirkcaldyScottish National Party
Jean UrquhartHighlands and IslandsIndependent
Maureen WattAberdeen South and North KincardineScottish National Party
Paul WheelhouseSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Sandra WhiteGlasgow KelvinScottish National Party
John WilsonCentral ScotlandIndependent
Humza YousafGlasgowScottish National Party
Iain GrayEast LothianScottish Labour
Mark GriffinCentral ScotlandScottish Labour
Patrick HarvieGlasgowScottish Green Party
Hugh HenryRenfrewshire SouthScottish Labour
Jamie HepburnCumbernauld and KilsythScottish National Party
Cara HiltonDunfermlineScottish Labour
Jim HumeSouth ScotlandScottish Liberal Democrats
Fiona HyslopLinlithgowScottish National Party
Adam IngramCarrick, Cumnock and Doon ValleyScottish National Party
Alex JohnstoneNorth East ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Alison JohnstoneLothianScottish Green Party
Colin KeirEdinburgh WesternScottish National Party
James KellyRutherglenScottish Labour
Bill KiddGlasgow AnnieslandScottish National Party
Johann Lamont Glasgow PollokScottish Labour
John LamontEttrick, Roxburgh and BerwickshireScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Richard LochheadMorayScottish National Party
Richard LyleCentral ScotlandScottish National Party
Kenny MacAskillEdinburgh EasternScottish National Party
Angus MacDonaldFalkirk EastScottish National Party
Gordon MacDonaldEdinburgh PentlandsScottish National Party
Lewis MacdonaldNorth East ScotlandScottish Labour
Ken MacintoshEastwoodScottish Labour
Derek MackayRenfrewshire North and WestScottish National Party
Mike MacKenzieHighlands and IslandsScottish National Party
Hanzala MalikGlasgowScottish Labour
Jenny MarraNorth East ScotlandScottish Labour
Paul MartinGlasgow ProvanScottish Labour
Tricia MarwickMid Fife and GlenrothesNo Party Affiliation
John MasonGlasgow ShettlestonScottish National Party
Michael MathesonFalkirk WestScottish National Party
Stewart MaxwellWest ScotlandScottish National Party
Joan McAlpineSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Liam McArthurOrkney IslandsScottish Liberal Democrats
Margaret McCullochCentral ScotlandScottish Labour
Mark McDonaldAberdeen DonsideScottish National Party
Margaret McDougallWest ScotlandScottish Labour
Jamie McGrigorHighlands and IslandsScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Alison McInnesNorth East ScotlandScottish Liberal Democrats
Christina McKelvieHamilton, Larkhall and StonehouseScottish National Party
Aileen McLeodSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Fiona McLeodStrathkelvin and BearsdenScottish National Party
Michael McMahonUddingston and BellshillScottish Labour
Siobhan McMahonCentral ScotlandScottish Labour
Stuart McMillanWest Scotland.Scottish National Party
Duncan McNeilGreenock and InverclydeScottish Labour
Anne McTaggartGlasgowScottish Labour
Nanette MilneNorth East ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
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Margaret MitchellCentral ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Elaine MurrayDumfriesshireScottish Labour
Alex NeilAirdrie and ShottsScottish National Party
Gil PatersonClydebank and MilngavieScottish National Party
Graeme PearsonSouth ScotlandScottish Labour
John PentlandMotherwell and WishawScottish Labour
Willie RennieMid Scotland and FifeScottish Liberal Democrats
Dennis RobertsonAberdeenshire WestScottish National Party
Shona RobisonDundee City EastScottish National Party
Alex Rowley CowdenbeathScottish Labour
Michael RussellArgyll and ButeScottish National Party
Alex SalmondAberdeenshire EastScottish National Party
Mary ScanlonHighlands and IslandsScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
John ScottAyrScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Tavish ScottShetland IslandsScottish Liberal Democrats
Richard SimpsonMid Scotland and FifeScottish Labour
Drew SmithGlasgowScottish Labour
Elaine SmithCoatbridge and ChrystonScottish Labour
Liz SmithMid Scotland and FifeScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Stewart StevensonBanffshire and Buchan CoastScottish National Party
David StewartHighlands and IslandsScottish Labour
Kevin StewartAberdeen CentralScottish National Party
Nicola SturgeonGlasgow SouthsideScottish National Party
John SwinneyPerthshire NorthScottish National Party
Dave ThompsonSkye, Lochaber and BadenochScottish National Party
David TorranceKirkcaldyScottish National Party
Jean UrquhartHighlands and IslandsIndependent
Maureen WattAberdeen South and North KincardineScottish National Party
Paul WheelhouseSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Sandra WhiteGlasgow KelvinScottish National Party
John WilsonCentral ScotlandIndependent
Humza YousafGlasgowScottish National Party
Iain GrayEast LothianScottish Labour
Mark GriffinCentral ScotlandScottish Labour
Patrick HarvieGlasgowScottish Green Party
Hugh HenryRenfrewshire SouthScottish Labour
Jamie HepburnCumbernauld and KilsythScottish National Party
Cara HiltonDunfermlineScottish Labour
Jim HumeSouth ScotlandScottish Liberal Democrats
Fiona HyslopLinlithgowScottish National Party
Adam IngramCarrick, Cumnock and Doon ValleyScottish National Party
Alex JohnstoneNorth East ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Alison JohnstoneLothianScottish Green Party
Colin KeirEdinburgh WesternScottish National Party
James KellyRutherglenScottish Labour
Bill KiddGlasgow AnnieslandScottish National Party
Johann Lamont Glasgow PollokScottish Labour
John LamontEttrick, Roxburgh and BerwickshireScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Richard LochheadMorayScottish National Party
Richard LyleCentral ScotlandScottish National Party
Kenny MacAskillEdinburgh EasternScottish National Party
Angus MacDonaldFalkirk EastScottish National Party
Gordon MacDonaldEdinburgh PentlandsScottish National Party
Lewis MacdonaldNorth East ScotlandScottish Labour
Ken MacintoshEastwoodScottish Labour
Derek MackayRenfrewshire North and WestScottish National Party
Mike MacKenzieHighlands and IslandsScottish National Party
Hanzala MalikGlasgowScottish Labour
Jenny MarraNorth East ScotlandScottish Labour
Paul MartinGlasgow ProvanScottish Labour
Tricia MarwickMid Fife and GlenrothesNo Party Affiliation
John MasonGlasgow ShettlestonScottish National Party
Michael MathesonFalkirk WestScottish National Party
Stewart MaxwellWest ScotlandScottish National Party
Joan McAlpineSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Liam McArthurOrkney IslandsScottish Liberal Democrats
Margaret McCullochCentral ScotlandScottish Labour
Mark McDonaldAberdeen DonsideScottish National Party
Margaret McDougallWest ScotlandScottish Labour
Jamie McGrigorHighlands and IslandsScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Alison McInnesNorth East ScotlandScottish Liberal Democrats
Christina McKelvieHamilton, Larkhall and StonehouseScottish National Party
Aileen McLeodSouth ScotlandScottish National Party
Fiona McLeodStrathkelvin and BearsdenScottish National Party
Michael McMahonUddingston and BellshillScottish Labour
Siobhan McMahonCentral ScotlandScottish Labour
Stuart McMillanWest Scotland.Scottish National Party
Duncan McNeilGreenock and InverclydeScottish Labour
Anne McTaggartGlasgowScottish Labour
Nanette MilneNorth East ScotlandScottish Conservative and Unionist Party
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Angela ScottChief Executive
David MartinChief Executive
Fiona LeesChief Executive
Gerry CornesChief Executive
Jim Savege Chief Executive
Richard StiffChief Executive
Sally LoudonChief Executive
Elaine McPhersonChief Executive
Angela LeitchChief Executive
Lorraine McMillanChief Executive
Andrew KerrChief Executive
Steve Grimmond Chief Executive
AnnemarieO’DonnellChief Executive
Steve BarronChief Executive
John W MundellChief Executive
Kenneth LawrieChief Executive
Roddy Burns Chief Executive
Elma MurrayChief Executive
Gavin Stevenson Chief Executive
Mary Pitcaithly Chief Executive
North Ayrshire CouncilCunninghame HouseIrvineKA12 8EETel: 0845 603 0590www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
North LanarkshireCouncilCivic CentrePO Box 14MotherwellML1 1TWTel: 01698 403 200www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk
Orkney Islands CouncilSchool PlaceKirkwallOrkneyKW15 1NYTel: 01856 873 535www.orkney.gov.uk
Perth and KinrossCouncil2 High StreetPerthPH1 5PHTel: 01738 475 000www.pkc.gov.uk
Renfrewshire CouncilCouncil HQNorth BuildingCotton StreetPaisley PA1 1TRTel: 0141 842 5000www.renfrewshire.gov.uk
Scottish Borders CouncilCouncil HeadquartersNewtown St. BoswellsMelroseTD6 0SATel: 01835 824000www.scotborders.gov.uk
Shetland IslandsCouncilTown HallUpper HillheadLerwickShetlandZE1 0HBTel: 01595 693 535www.shetland.gov.uk
South Ayrshire CouncilCounty BuildingsWellington SquareAyrKA7 1DRTel: 03001 230 900www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk
South LanarkshireCouncilCouncil OfficesAlmada StreetHamiltonML3 0AATel: 03031 231 015www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Stirling CouncilViewforthStirlingFK8 2ETTel: 0845 277 7000www.stirling.gov.uk
West DunbartonshireCouncilGarshake RoadDumbartonG82 3PUTel: 01389 737 000www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk
West Lothian CouncilWest Lothian Civic Centre Howden South Road LivingstonWest LothianEH54 6FFTel: 01506 775000www.westlothian.gov.uk
Gavin WhitefieldChief Executive
Alistair BuchanChief Executive
Bernadette MaloneChief Executive
Sandra BlackChief Executive
Tracey Logan Chief Executive
Mark BodenChief Executive
Malcolm Burr Chief Executive
Eileen HowatChief Executive
Lindsay FreelandChief Executive
Stewart CarruthChief Executive
Joyce White Chief Executive
Graham HopeChief Executive
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Aberdeen City CouncilTown HouseBroad StreetAberdeenAB10 1FYTel: 0845 608 0910www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
Aberdeenshire CouncilWoodhill HouseWestburn RoadAberdeenAberdeenshireAB16 5GBTel: 0845 608 1207www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Angus CouncilAngus HouseOrchardbank Business ParkForfarAngusDD8 1AXTel: 08452 777 778www.angus.gov.uk
Argyll and ButeCouncilKilmoryLochgilpheadPA31 8RTTel: 01546 602 127www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
City of Edinburgh CouncilWaverley Court4 East Market Street,EdinburghEH8 8BGTel: 0131 200 2323www.edinburgh.gov.uk
ClackmannanshireCouncilGreenfieldAlloaClackmannanshireFK10 2ADTel: 01259 450 000www.clacks.gov.uk
Comhairle nanEilean SiarSandwick RoadStornowayIsle of LewisHS1 2BWTel: 01851 709293www.cne-siar.gov.uk
Dumfries andGalloway CouncilCouncil OfficesEnglish StreetDumfriesDG1 2DDTel: 0303 333 3000www.dumgal.gov.uk
Dundee City CouncilCity Chambers21 City Square DundeeDD1 3BYTel: 01382 433558 www.dundeecity.gov.uk
East Ayrshire CouncilCouncil HeadquartersLondon RoadKilmarnockKA3 7BUTel: 01563 576000www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
East DunbartonshireCouncilSouthbank Marina12 Strathkelvin PlaceKirkintillochG66 1TJTel: 0300 123 4510www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
East Lothian CouncilJohn Muir HouseHaddingtonEast LothianEH41 3HATel: 01620 827 827www.eastlothian.gov.uk
East RenfrewshireCouncilCouncil OfficesEastwood ParkRouken Glen RoadGiffnockG46 6UGTel: 0141 577 3001www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk
Falkirk CouncilMunicipal BuildingsFalkirkFK1 5RSTel: 01324 506 070www.falkirk.gov.uk
Fife CouncilFife HouseNorth StreetGlenrothesFifeKY7 5LTTel: 08451 550 000www.fife.gov.uk
Glasgow City CouncilCity ChambersGeorge SquareGlasgowG2 1DUTel: 0141 287 2000www.glasgow.gov.uk
Highland CouncilGlenurquhart RoadInvernessIV3 5NXTel: 01349 886 606www.highland.gov.uk
Inverclyde CouncilMunicipal BuildingsGreenockPA15 1LYTel: 01475 717 171www.inverclyde.gov.uk
Midlothian CouncilMidlothian HouseBuccleuch StreetDalkeithEH22 1DJTel: 0131 270 7500www.midlothian.gov.uk
Moray CouncilCouncil OfficesHigh StreetElginMorayIV30 1BXTel: 01343 543 451www.moray.gov.uk
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WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Angela ScottChief Executive
David MartinChief Executive
Fiona LeesChief Executive
Gerry CornesChief Executive
Jim Savege Chief Executive
Richard StiffChief Executive
Sally LoudonChief Executive
Elaine McPhersonChief Executive
Angela LeitchChief Executive
Lorraine McMillanChief Executive
Andrew KerrChief Executive
Steve Grimmond Chief Executive
AnnemarieO’DonnellChief Executive
Steve BarronChief Executive
John W MundellChief Executive
Kenneth LawrieChief Executive
Roddy Burns Chief Executive
Elma MurrayChief Executive
Gavin Stevenson Chief Executive
Mary Pitcaithly Chief Executive
North Ayrshire CouncilCunninghame HouseIrvineKA12 8EETel: 0845 603 0590www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
North LanarkshireCouncilCivic CentrePO Box 14MotherwellML1 1TWTel: 01698 403 200www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk
Orkney Islands CouncilSchool PlaceKirkwallOrkneyKW15 1NYTel: 01856 873 535www.orkney.gov.uk
Perth and KinrossCouncil2 High StreetPerthPH1 5PHTel: 01738 475 000www.pkc.gov.uk
Renfrewshire CouncilCouncil HQNorth BuildingCotton StreetPaisley PA1 1TRTel: 0141 842 5000www.renfrewshire.gov.uk
Scottish Borders CouncilCouncil HeadquartersNewtown St. BoswellsMelroseTD6 0SATel: 01835 824000www.scotborders.gov.uk
Shetland IslandsCouncilTown HallUpper HillheadLerwickShetlandZE1 0HBTel: 01595 693 535www.shetland.gov.uk
South Ayrshire CouncilCounty BuildingsWellington SquareAyrKA7 1DRTel: 03001 230 900www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk
South LanarkshireCouncilCouncil OfficesAlmada StreetHamiltonML3 0AATel: 03031 231 015www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Stirling CouncilViewforthStirlingFK8 2ETTel: 0845 277 7000www.stirling.gov.uk
West DunbartonshireCouncilGarshake RoadDumbartonG82 3PUTel: 01389 737 000www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk
West Lothian CouncilWest Lothian Civic Centre Howden South Road LivingstonWest LothianEH54 6FFTel: 01506 775000www.westlothian.gov.uk
Gavin WhitefieldChief Executive
Alistair BuchanChief Executive
Bernadette MaloneChief Executive
Sandra BlackChief Executive
Tracey Logan Chief Executive
Mark BodenChief Executive
Malcolm Burr Chief Executive
Eileen HowatChief Executive
Lindsay FreelandChief Executive
Stewart CarruthChief Executive
Joyce White Chief Executive
Graham HopeChief Executive
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Viewforth House189 Nicol StreetKirkcaldyFifeKY1 1PFTel: 01592 267849www.hwca.com
Henderson LoggieThe Vision Building20 GreenmarketDundeeDD1 4QBTel: 01382 200055
34 Melville StreetEdinburghEH3 7HA Tel: 0131 226 0200
48 Queen’s RoadAberdeenAB15 4YETel: 01224 322100
Gordon Chambers90 Mitchell StreetGlasgowG1 3NQTel: 0141 221 6807www.hlca.co.uk
Johnston CarmichaelBishop’s Court29 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01224 212222
7-11 Melville StreetEdinburghEH3 7PETel: 0131 220 2203
227 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2NDTel: 0141 222 5800www.jcca.co.uk
KPMG37 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1JBTel: 01224 591000
Saltire Court 20 Castle Terrace Edinburgh EH1 2EGTel: 0131 222 2000
191 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LJTel: 0141 226 5511www.kpmg.com
Meston Reid & Co12 Carden PlaceAberdeenAB10 1URTel: 01224 625554www.mestonreid.com
Miller McIntyre & GellatlyChapelshade House78-84 Bell StreetDundeeDD1 1RQ 01382 322004www.mmgca.co.uk
PWC32 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01224 210100
Atria One144 Morrison StreetEdinburghEH3 8EXTel: 0131 226 4488
141 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 7EQTel: 0141 355 4000www.pwc.co.uk
Saffery ChampnessEdinburgh Quay 133 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9BA Tel: 0131 221 2777
Kintail HouseBeechwood ParkInvernessIV2 3BWTel: 01463 246300www.saffery.com
Baker TillyFirst Floor, Quay 2139 FountainbridgeEdinburghScotlandEH3 9QGTel: 0131 659 8300
Breckenridge House274 Sauchiehall StreetGlasgowG2 3EHTel: 0141 307 5000
Unit 3, Gateway Business ParkBeancross RoadGrangemouthFK3 8WXTel: 01324 475700
Algo Business CentreGlenearn RoadPerthPH2 0NJTel: 01738 450478
St Olaf’s HallChurch RoadLerwickShetlandTel: 01595 743520www.bakertilly.co.uk
BDO UK4 Atlantic Quay70 York StreetGlasgowG2 8JXTel: 0141 248 3761
City Point65 Haymarket TerraceEdinburghEH12 5HDTel: 0131 347 0347www.bdo.co.uk
Campbell Dallas10 Carden PlaceAberdeenAB10 1UQTel: 01224 623 111
Campbell Dallas LLPTitanium 1 King’s Inch Place Renfrew PA4 8WFTel: 0141 886 6644
4 Atholl CrescentPerthPH1 5NGTel: 01738 441888
15 Gladstone PlaceStirlingFK8 2NXTel: 01786 460 030 www.campbelldallas.co.uk
Condies10 Abbey Park PlaceDunfermlineKY12 7NZTel: 01383 721421
Forth House28 Rutland SquareEdinburghEH1 2BWTel: 0131 603 7628www.condie.co.uk
DeloitteLomond House9 George SquareGlasgow G2 1QQUnited KingdomTel: 0141 204 2800
Union Plaza1 Union WyndAberdeen AB10 1SLTel: 01224 625888
Saltire Court20 Castle TerraceEdinburgh EH1 2DBTel: 0131 221 0002www2.deloitte.com
Dickson Middleton20 Barnton StreetStirlingFK8 1NATel: 01786 474718www.dicksonmiddleton.co.uk
EQ14 City QuayDundeeDD1 3JATel: 01382 312100
64 West High StreetForfarDD8 1BJTel: 01307 474274www.eqaccountants.co.uk
EYBlenheim HouseFountainhall RoadAberdeenAB15 4DTTel: 01224 653 000
10 George StreetEdinburghEH2 2DZTel: 0131 777 2000
G1 5 George Square Glasgow G2 1DYTel: 0141 226 9000
Barony HouseStoneyfield Business ParkInvernessIV2 7PATel: 01463 667 000www.ey.com
Grant Thornton7 Exchange CrescentEdinburghEH3 8ANTel: 0131 229 9181
95 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 7JZTel: 0141 223 0000www.grant-thornton.co.uk
Haines Watts3 Quality StreetEdinburghEH4 5BPTel: 0131 625 5151
1st Floor24 Blythswood SquareGlasgowG2 4BGTel: 0141 227 4700
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW ACCOUNTANTS
Scott-MoncrieffExchange Place 3Semple StreetEdinburghEH3 8BLTel: 0131 473 3500
25 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 6NLTel: 0141 567 4500www.scott-moncrieff.com
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Viewforth House189 Nicol StreetKirkcaldyFifeKY1 1PFTel: 01592 267849www.hwca.com
Henderson LoggieThe Vision Building20 GreenmarketDundeeDD1 4QBTel: 01382 200055
34 Melville StreetEdinburghEH3 7HA Tel: 0131 226 0200
48 Queen’s RoadAberdeenAB15 4YETel: 01224 322100
Gordon Chambers90 Mitchell StreetGlasgowG1 3NQTel: 0141 221 6807www.hlca.co.uk
Johnston CarmichaelBishop’s Court29 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01224 212222
7-11 Melville StreetEdinburghEH3 7PETel: 0131 220 2203
227 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2NDTel: 0141 222 5800www.jcca.co.uk
KPMG37 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1JBTel: 01224 591000
Saltire Court 20 Castle Terrace Edinburgh EH1 2EGTel: 0131 222 2000
191 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LJTel: 0141 226 5511www.kpmg.com
Meston Reid & Co12 Carden PlaceAberdeenAB10 1URTel: 01224 625554www.mestonreid.com
Miller McIntyre & GellatlyChapelshade House78-84 Bell StreetDundeeDD1 1RQ 01382 322004www.mmgca.co.uk
PWC32 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01224 210100
Atria One144 Morrison StreetEdinburghEH3 8EXTel: 0131 226 4488
141 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 7EQTel: 0141 355 4000www.pwc.co.uk
Saffery ChampnessEdinburgh Quay 133 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9BA Tel: 0131 221 2777
Kintail HouseBeechwood ParkInvernessIV2 3BWTel: 01463 246300www.saffery.com
Baker TillyFirst Floor, Quay 2139 FountainbridgeEdinburghScotlandEH3 9QGTel: 0131 659 8300
Breckenridge House274 Sauchiehall StreetGlasgowG2 3EHTel: 0141 307 5000
Unit 3, Gateway Business ParkBeancross RoadGrangemouthFK3 8WXTel: 01324 475700
Algo Business CentreGlenearn RoadPerthPH2 0NJTel: 01738 450478
St Olaf’s HallChurch RoadLerwickShetlandTel: 01595 743520www.bakertilly.co.uk
BDO UK4 Atlantic Quay70 York StreetGlasgowG2 8JXTel: 0141 248 3761
City Point65 Haymarket TerraceEdinburghEH12 5HDTel: 0131 347 0347www.bdo.co.uk
Campbell Dallas10 Carden PlaceAberdeenAB10 1UQTel: 01224 623 111
Campbell Dallas LLPTitanium 1 King’s Inch Place Renfrew PA4 8WFTel: 0141 886 6644
4 Atholl CrescentPerthPH1 5NGTel: 01738 441888
15 Gladstone PlaceStirlingFK8 2NXTel: 01786 460 030 www.campbelldallas.co.uk
Condies10 Abbey Park PlaceDunfermlineKY12 7NZTel: 01383 721421
Forth House28 Rutland SquareEdinburghEH1 2BWTel: 0131 603 7628www.condie.co.uk
DeloitteLomond House9 George SquareGlasgow G2 1QQUnited KingdomTel: 0141 204 2800
Union Plaza1 Union WyndAberdeen AB10 1SLTel: 01224 625888
Saltire Court20 Castle TerraceEdinburgh EH1 2DBTel: 0131 221 0002www2.deloitte.com
Dickson Middleton20 Barnton StreetStirlingFK8 1NATel: 01786 474718www.dicksonmiddleton.co.uk
EQ14 City QuayDundeeDD1 3JATel: 01382 312100
64 West High StreetForfarDD8 1BJTel: 01307 474274www.eqaccountants.co.uk
EYBlenheim HouseFountainhall RoadAberdeenAB15 4DTTel: 01224 653 000
10 George StreetEdinburghEH2 2DZTel: 0131 777 2000
G1 5 George Square Glasgow G2 1DYTel: 0141 226 9000
Barony HouseStoneyfield Business ParkInvernessIV2 7PATel: 01463 667 000www.ey.com
Grant Thornton7 Exchange CrescentEdinburghEH3 8ANTel: 0131 229 9181
95 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 7JZTel: 0141 223 0000www.grant-thornton.co.uk
Haines Watts3 Quality StreetEdinburghEH4 5BPTel: 0131 625 5151
1st Floor24 Blythswood SquareGlasgowG2 4BGTel: 0141 227 4700
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW ACCOUNTANTS
Scott-MoncrieffExchange Place 3Semple StreetEdinburghEH3 8BLTel: 0131 473 3500
25 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 6NLTel: 0141 567 4500www.scott-moncrieff.com
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Maclay Murray & Spens66 Queens RoadAberdeenAB15 4YETel: 0330 222 0050
Quartermile One15 Lauriston PlaceEdinburghEH3 9EPTel: 0330 222 0050
1 George SquareGlasgowG2 1ALTel: 0330 222 0050www.mms.co.uk
MacRobertsExcel House30 Semple StreetEdinburghEH3 8BLTel: 0131 229 5046
Capella, 60 York StreetGlasgowG2 8JXTel: 0141 303 1100www.macroberts.com
McClure Naismith3 Ponton StreetEdinburghEH3 9QQTel: 0131 228 4994
292 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5TQTel: 0141 204 2700www.mcclurenaismith.com
Morton FraserQuartermile Two2 Lister SquareEdinburghEH3 9GLTel: 0131 247 1000
145 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5JFTel: 0141 274 1100 www.morton-fraser.com
Raeburn Christie Clark & Wallace12-16 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1PSTel: 01224 332400www.raeburns.co.uk
Shepherd+Wedderburn1 Exchange CrescentConference SquareEdinburghEH3 8ULTel: 0131 228 9900
191 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LBTel: 0141 566 9900www.shepwedd.co.uk
Stronachs34 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1FWTel: 01224 845845
Camas HousePavilion 3Fairways Business ParkInvernessIV2 6AATel: 01463 713225 www.stronachs.com
Thorntons WSWhitehall House33 Yeaman ShoreDundee DD1 4BJ Tel: 01382 229111
17-21 George StreetPerth PH1 5JYTel: 01738 621212www.thorntons-law.co.uk
Wright, Johnson &Mackenzie LLPThe Capital Building12/13 St Andrews SquareEdinburghEH2 4DFTel: 0131 524 1500
302 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5RZTel: 0141 248 3434
Kintail HouseBeechwood ParkInvernessIV2 3BWTel: 01463 250011www.wjm.co.uk
Anderson Strathern1 Rutland CourtEdinburghEH3 8EYTel: 0131 270 7700
George House50 George StreetGlasgowG2 1EHTel: 0141 242 6060
14 Court StreetHaddingtonEH41 3JATel: 01620 822127www.andersonstrathern.co.uk
ACH ShoosmithsSaltire Court20 Castle TerraceEH1 2ENTel: 03700 868000 www.shoosmiths.co.uk
Boyd Solicitors & Estate Agent21-22 Queensferry RoadEdinburghEH2 4RDTel: 0131 226 7464
2 West Regent StreetGlasgowG2 1RWTel: 0141 433 6169www.boydsolicitors.com
Brodies LLP15 Atholl CrescentEdinburghEH3 8HATel: 0131 228 3777
2 Blythswood SquareGlasgow G2 4ADTel: 0141 248 4672 www.brodies.com
Burness PaullUnion Plaza1 Union WyndAberdeenAB10 1SLTel: 01224 621621
50 Lothian RoadFestival SquareEdinburghEH3 9WJTel: 0131 473 6000
120 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 7JLTel: 0141 248 4933www.burnesspaull.com
CMS Scotland(formerly Dundas & Wilson)Saltire Court20 Castle TerraceEdinburghEH1 2ENTel: 0131 228 8000
191 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LDTel: 0141 222 2200www.cms-cmck.com
Dickson Minto WS16 Charlotte SquareEdinburghEH2 4DFTel: 0131 225 4455www.dicksonminto.com
DLA PiperRutland SquareEdinburghEH1 2AATel: 0870 011 1111
249 West George StreetGlasgowG2 4RBTel: 0870 011 1111www.dlapiper.com
DWF No. 2 Lochrin Square96 FountainbridgeEdinburgh EH3 9QATel: 0131 226 5541
Dalmore House310 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5QRTel: 0141 228 8000www.dwf.co.uk
Harper Macleod45 Gordon StreetGlasgowG1 3PETel: 0141 221 8888www.harpermacleod.co.uk
Iain Smith & Co9 Market SquareStonehavenAB39 2BTTel: 01569 767778
18 Queens RoadAberdeenAB15 4ZTTel: 01224 626250www.iainsmith.com
Ledingham ChalmersJohnstone House52-54 Rose StreetAberdeenAB10 1HATel: 01224 408408
3rd Floor68-70 George StreetEdinburghEH2 2LRTel: 0131 200 1000www.ledinghamchalmers.com
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Maclay Murray & Spens66 Queens RoadAberdeenAB15 4YETel: 0330 222 0050
Quartermile One15 Lauriston PlaceEdinburghEH3 9EPTel: 0330 222 0050
1 George SquareGlasgowG2 1ALTel: 0330 222 0050www.mms.co.uk
MacRobertsExcel House30 Semple StreetEdinburghEH3 8BLTel: 0131 229 5046
Capella, 60 York StreetGlasgowG2 8JXTel: 0141 303 1100www.macroberts.com
McClure Naismith3 Ponton StreetEdinburghEH3 9QQTel: 0131 228 4994
292 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5TQTel: 0141 204 2700www.mcclurenaismith.com
Morton FraserQuartermile Two2 Lister SquareEdinburghEH3 9GLTel: 0131 247 1000
145 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5JFTel: 0141 274 1100 www.morton-fraser.com
Raeburn Christie Clark & Wallace12-16 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1PSTel: 01224 332400www.raeburns.co.uk
Shepherd+Wedderburn1 Exchange CrescentConference SquareEdinburghEH3 8ULTel: 0131 228 9900
191 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LBTel: 0141 566 9900www.shepwedd.co.uk
Stronachs34 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1FWTel: 01224 845845
Camas HousePavilion 3Fairways Business ParkInvernessIV2 6AATel: 01463 713225 www.stronachs.com
Thorntons WSWhitehall House33 Yeaman ShoreDundee DD1 4BJ Tel: 01382 229111
17-21 George StreetPerth PH1 5JYTel: 01738 621212www.thorntons-law.co.uk
Wright, Johnson &Mackenzie LLPThe Capital Building12/13 St Andrews SquareEdinburghEH2 4DFTel: 0131 524 1500
302 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5RZTel: 0141 248 3434
Kintail HouseBeechwood ParkInvernessIV2 3BWTel: 01463 250011www.wjm.co.uk
Anderson Strathern1 Rutland CourtEdinburghEH3 8EYTel: 0131 270 7700
George House50 George StreetGlasgowG2 1EHTel: 0141 242 6060
14 Court StreetHaddingtonEH41 3JATel: 01620 822127www.andersonstrathern.co.uk
ACH ShoosmithsSaltire Court20 Castle TerraceEH1 2ENTel: 03700 868000 www.shoosmiths.co.uk
Boyd Solicitors & Estate Agent21-22 Queensferry RoadEdinburghEH2 4RDTel: 0131 226 7464
2 West Regent StreetGlasgowG2 1RWTel: 0141 433 6169www.boydsolicitors.com
Brodies LLP15 Atholl CrescentEdinburghEH3 8HATel: 0131 228 3777
2 Blythswood SquareGlasgow G2 4ADTel: 0141 248 4672 www.brodies.com
Burness PaullUnion Plaza1 Union WyndAberdeenAB10 1SLTel: 01224 621621
50 Lothian RoadFestival SquareEdinburghEH3 9WJTel: 0131 473 6000
120 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 7JLTel: 0141 248 4933www.burnesspaull.com
CMS Scotland(formerly Dundas & Wilson)Saltire Court20 Castle TerraceEdinburghEH1 2ENTel: 0131 228 8000
191 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LDTel: 0141 222 2200www.cms-cmck.com
Dickson Minto WS16 Charlotte SquareEdinburghEH2 4DFTel: 0131 225 4455www.dicksonminto.com
DLA PiperRutland SquareEdinburghEH1 2AATel: 0870 011 1111
249 West George StreetGlasgowG2 4RBTel: 0870 011 1111www.dlapiper.com
DWF No. 2 Lochrin Square96 FountainbridgeEdinburgh EH3 9QATel: 0131 226 5541
Dalmore House310 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5QRTel: 0141 228 8000www.dwf.co.uk
Harper Macleod45 Gordon StreetGlasgowG1 3PETel: 0141 221 8888www.harpermacleod.co.uk
Iain Smith & Co9 Market SquareStonehavenAB39 2BTTel: 01569 767778
18 Queens RoadAberdeenAB15 4ZTTel: 01224 626250www.iainsmith.com
Ledingham ChalmersJohnstone House52-54 Rose StreetAberdeenAB10 1HATel: 01224 408408
3rd Floor68-70 George StreetEdinburghEH2 2LRTel: 0131 200 1000www.ledinghamchalmers.com
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Paterson Architects6 Darnaway StreetEdinburghEH3 6BGTel: 0131 220 1088www.patersonarchitects.com
Reiach and Hall Architects6 Darnaway StreetEdinburghEH3 6BGTel: 0131 225 8444www.reiachandhall.co.uk
Richard Murphy ArchitectsThe Breakfast Mission15 Old Fishmarket CloseEdinburghEH1 1RWTel: 0131 220 6125www.richardmurphyarchitects.com
RMJM10 Bells BraeEdinburghEH4 3BJTel: 0131 225 2532
106 Hope StreetGlasgowG2 6PHTel: 0141 275 3410www.rmjm.com
3DReid36 North Castle StreetEdinburghEH2 3BNTel: 0345 271 6300
45 West Nile StreetGlasgowG1 2PTTel: 0345 271 6350www.3dreid.com
Arcade Architects32 Royal CircusEdinburghEH3 6SSTel: 0131 202 5511www.arcadearchitects.com
Austin-Smith: Lord296 St Vincent Street Glasgow G2 5RUTel: 0141 223 8500 www.austinsmithlord.com
BDP15 Exchange PlaceGlasgowG1 3ANTel: 0141 227 7900www.bdp.com
Do Architecture139 Stockwell StreetGlasgowG1 4LRTel:0141 553 1103www.do-architecture.co.uk
Elder & Cannon Architects40 Berkeley StreetGlasgowG3 7DWTel: 0141 204 1833www.elder-cannon.co.uk
Gareth Hoskins ArchitectsStudio 401 South Block 60/64 Osborne Street Glasgow G1 5QHTel: 0141 553 5800www.garethhoskinsarchitects.co.uk
Graeme Massie – Architects1 Broughton MarketEdinburghEH3 6NUTel: 0131 556 9911www.graememassie.com
Groves-Raines ArchitectsLamb’s House11 Waters CloseEdinburghEH6 6RBTel: 0131 467 7777www.grovesrainesarchitects.com
Holmes Miller89 Minerva StreetGlasgowG3 8LETel: 0141 204 2080www.holmesmiler.com
JM Architects64 Queen StreetEdinburghEH2 4NATel: 0131 464 6100
50 Bell StreetGlasgowG1 1LQTel: 0141 333 3920www.jmarchitects.net
LDN Architects57 - 59 Bread StreetEdinburgh EH3 9AHTel:0131 222 2900www.ldn.co.uk
Malcolm Fraser ArchitectsNorth Bridge Studios28 North BridgeEdinburghEH1 1QGTel: 0131 225 2585www.malcolmfraser.co.uk
Michael Laird Architects5 Forres StreetEdinburghEH3 6DETel: 0131 226 6991www.michaellaird.co.uk
Oberlanders Architects16 Melville Street Edinburgh EH3 7NST 0131 225 9070www.oberlanders.co.uk
Oliver Chapman Architects36 St Mary’s StreetEdinburghEH1 1SXT: 0131 477 4513www.oliverchapmanarchitects.com
Page\Park Architects20 James Morrison StreetGlasgowG1 5PE0141 553 5440www.pagepark.co.uk
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW ARCHITECTS
Young and Gault Architects28 Speirs WharfGlasgowG4 9TGTel: 0141 332 2225www.youngandgault.co.uk
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Paterson Architects6 Darnaway StreetEdinburghEH3 6BGTel: 0131 220 1088www.patersonarchitects.com
Reiach and Hall Architects6 Darnaway StreetEdinburghEH3 6BGTel: 0131 225 8444www.reiachandhall.co.uk
Richard Murphy ArchitectsThe Breakfast Mission15 Old Fishmarket CloseEdinburghEH1 1RWTel: 0131 220 6125www.richardmurphyarchitects.com
RMJM10 Bells BraeEdinburghEH4 3BJTel: 0131 225 2532
106 Hope StreetGlasgowG2 6PHTel: 0141 275 3410www.rmjm.com
3DReid36 North Castle StreetEdinburghEH2 3BNTel: 0345 271 6300
45 West Nile StreetGlasgowG1 2PTTel: 0345 271 6350www.3dreid.com
Arcade Architects32 Royal CircusEdinburghEH3 6SSTel: 0131 202 5511www.arcadearchitects.com
Austin-Smith: Lord296 St Vincent Street Glasgow G2 5RUTel: 0141 223 8500 www.austinsmithlord.com
BDP15 Exchange PlaceGlasgowG1 3ANTel: 0141 227 7900www.bdp.com
Do Architecture139 Stockwell StreetGlasgowG1 4LRTel:0141 553 1103www.do-architecture.co.uk
Elder & Cannon Architects40 Berkeley StreetGlasgowG3 7DWTel: 0141 204 1833www.elder-cannon.co.uk
Gareth Hoskins ArchitectsStudio 401 South Block 60/64 Osborne Street Glasgow G1 5QHTel: 0141 553 5800www.garethhoskinsarchitects.co.uk
Graeme Massie – Architects1 Broughton MarketEdinburghEH3 6NUTel: 0131 556 9911www.graememassie.com
Groves-Raines ArchitectsLamb’s House11 Waters CloseEdinburghEH6 6RBTel: 0131 467 7777www.grovesrainesarchitects.com
Holmes Miller89 Minerva StreetGlasgowG3 8LETel: 0141 204 2080www.holmesmiler.com
JM Architects64 Queen StreetEdinburghEH2 4NATel: 0131 464 6100
50 Bell StreetGlasgowG1 1LQTel: 0141 333 3920www.jmarchitects.net
LDN Architects57 - 59 Bread StreetEdinburgh EH3 9AHTel:0131 222 2900www.ldn.co.uk
Malcolm Fraser ArchitectsNorth Bridge Studios28 North BridgeEdinburghEH1 1QGTel: 0131 225 2585www.malcolmfraser.co.uk
Michael Laird Architects5 Forres StreetEdinburghEH3 6DETel: 0131 226 6991www.michaellaird.co.uk
Oberlanders Architects16 Melville Street Edinburgh EH3 7NST 0131 225 9070www.oberlanders.co.uk
Oliver Chapman Architects36 St Mary’s StreetEdinburghEH1 1SXT: 0131 477 4513www.oliverchapmanarchitects.com
Page\Park Architects20 James Morrison StreetGlasgowG1 5PE0141 553 5440www.pagepark.co.uk
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW ARCHITECTS
Young and Gault Architects28 Speirs WharfGlasgowG4 9TGTel: 0141 332 2225www.youngandgault.co.uk
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Ryden25 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01224 588866
46 North Castle StreetEdinburghEH2 3BNTel: 0131 225 6612
130 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5HFTel: 0141 204 3838www.ryden.co.uk
Speirs Gumley194 Bath StreetGlasgowG2 4LETel: 0141 332 9225www.speirsgumley.com
Allied Surveyors Scotland PLCHerbert House 24 Herbert Street Glasgow G20 6NBTel: 0141 330 9950www.alliedsurveyorsscotland.com
CRGP Ltd26 Herbert StreetGlasgowG20 6NBTel: 0141 337 2255 www.crgp.co.uk
Culverwell68-70 George StreetEdinburghEH2 2LTTel: 0131 226 6611
46 Gordon StreetGlasgowG1 3PUTel: 0141 248 6611www.culverwell.co.uk
DM Hall17 Corstorphine Road EdinburghEH12 6DDTel: 0131 477 6000
14 Newton PlaceGlasgowG3 7PYTel: 0141 332 8615www.dmhall.co.uk
Doig & SmithThe Malthouse2 Canning StreetEdinburghEH3 8EGTel: 0131 656 5820
Kintyre House205 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LWTel: 0141 241 4600www.doigandsmith.co.uk
Deloitte Real EstateSaltire Court 20 Castle Terrace Edinburgh EH1 2DB Tel: 0131 221 0002
Lomond House 9 George Square Glasgow G2 1QQ Tel: 0141 204 2800www2.deloitte.com
F G Burnett33 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01244 572661
Queens House19 St Vincent Place GlasgowG1 2DTTel: 0141 285 7980www.fgburnett.co.uk
Fitzsimons4A (Basement) Park Circus PlaceGlasgowG3 6ANTel: 0141 332 4200www.fitzsimons.co.uk
SavillsWemyss House8 Wemyss PlaceEdinburghEH3 6DHTel: 0131 247 3700
163 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2JJTel: 0141 248 7342www.savills.co.uk
Gerald Eve140 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2HGTel. 0141 221 6397www.geraldeve.com
GVA GrimleyQuayside House127 FountainbridgeEdinburghEH3 9QGTel: 0131 255 8000
206 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5SGTel: 0141 300 8000www.gva.co.uk
HardiesLondon House20-22 East London StreetEdinburghEH7 4BQTel: 0131 557 9300www.hardies.co.uk
JLL7 Exchange CrescentConference SquareEdinburghEH3 8LLTel: 0131 225 8344
150 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5NDTel: 0141 248 6040www.jll.co.uk
Lambert Smith Hampton93 George StreetEdinburghEH2 3ESTel: 0131 226 0333
227 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2NDTel: 0141 226 6777www.lsh.co.uk
Montagu EvansExchange Tower19 Canning StreetEdinburghEH3 8EGTel: 0131 229 3800
302 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5RUTel: 0141 204 2090www.montagu-evans.co.uk
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW SURVEYORS
Thomas and Adamson10 Wemyss PlaceEdinburghEH3 6DLTel: 0131 225 4072
5 Woodside TerraceGlasgowG3 7UYTel: 0141 332 3754www.thomasandadamson.com
Turner & TownsendOsborne House1 Osborne TerraceEdinburghEH12 5HGTel: 0131 347 3400
33 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 6NLTel: 0141 221 5358www.turnerandtownsend.com
Whitelaw Baikie Figes81 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5TFTel: 0141 221 6161www.wbf.co.uk
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Ryden25 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01224 588866
46 North Castle StreetEdinburghEH2 3BNTel: 0131 225 6612
130 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5HFTel: 0141 204 3838www.ryden.co.uk
Speirs Gumley194 Bath StreetGlasgowG2 4LETel: 0141 332 9225www.speirsgumley.com
Allied Surveyors Scotland PLCHerbert House 24 Herbert Street Glasgow G20 6NBTel: 0141 330 9950www.alliedsurveyorsscotland.com
CRGP Ltd26 Herbert StreetGlasgowG20 6NBTel: 0141 337 2255 www.crgp.co.uk
Culverwell68-70 George StreetEdinburghEH2 2LTTel: 0131 226 6611
46 Gordon StreetGlasgowG1 3PUTel: 0141 248 6611www.culverwell.co.uk
DM Hall17 Corstorphine Road EdinburghEH12 6DDTel: 0131 477 6000
14 Newton PlaceGlasgowG3 7PYTel: 0141 332 8615www.dmhall.co.uk
Doig & SmithThe Malthouse2 Canning StreetEdinburghEH3 8EGTel: 0131 656 5820
Kintyre House205 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2LWTel: 0141 241 4600www.doigandsmith.co.uk
Deloitte Real EstateSaltire Court 20 Castle Terrace Edinburgh EH1 2DB Tel: 0131 221 0002
Lomond House 9 George Square Glasgow G2 1QQ Tel: 0141 204 2800www2.deloitte.com
F G Burnett33 Albyn PlaceAberdeenAB10 1YLTel: 01244 572661
Queens House19 St Vincent Place GlasgowG1 2DTTel: 0141 285 7980www.fgburnett.co.uk
Fitzsimons4A (Basement) Park Circus PlaceGlasgowG3 6ANTel: 0141 332 4200www.fitzsimons.co.uk
SavillsWemyss House8 Wemyss PlaceEdinburghEH3 6DHTel: 0131 247 3700
163 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2JJTel: 0141 248 7342www.savills.co.uk
Gerald Eve140 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2HGTel. 0141 221 6397www.geraldeve.com
GVA GrimleyQuayside House127 FountainbridgeEdinburghEH3 9QGTel: 0131 255 8000
206 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5SGTel: 0141 300 8000www.gva.co.uk
HardiesLondon House20-22 East London StreetEdinburghEH7 4BQTel: 0131 557 9300www.hardies.co.uk
JLL7 Exchange CrescentConference SquareEdinburghEH3 8LLTel: 0131 225 8344
150 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5NDTel: 0141 248 6040www.jll.co.uk
Lambert Smith Hampton93 George StreetEdinburghEH2 3ESTel: 0131 226 0333
227 West George StreetGlasgowG2 2NDTel: 0141 226 6777www.lsh.co.uk
Montagu EvansExchange Tower19 Canning StreetEdinburghEH3 8EGTel: 0131 229 3800
302 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5RUTel: 0141 204 2090www.montagu-evans.co.uk
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW SURVEYORS
Thomas and Adamson10 Wemyss PlaceEdinburghEH3 6DLTel: 0131 225 4072
5 Woodside TerraceGlasgowG3 7UYTel: 0141 332 3754www.thomasandadamson.com
Turner & TownsendOsborne House1 Osborne TerraceEdinburghEH12 5HGTel: 0131 347 3400
33 Bothwell StreetGlasgowG2 6NLTel: 0141 221 5358www.turnerandtownsend.com
Whitelaw Baikie Figes81 St Vincent StreetGlasgowG2 5TFTel: 0141 221 6161www.wbf.co.uk
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BANKS
Adam & Company25 St Andrew SquareEdinburgh EH2 1AFT: 0131 225 8484www.adambank.com
Bank of England177 West George StreetGlasgow G2 2LBT: 0141 221 7972www.bankofengland.co.uk
Barclays CorporateAurora Building, 1st Floor120 Bothwell StreetGlasgow G2 7JTT: 0141 352 3000www.wealthbarclays.com
The Co-operative BankCorporate Banking Centre206 St Vincent StreetGlasgow G2 5SGT: 0141 221 4958www.co-operativebank.co.uk/corporate
Clydesdale Bank30 St Vincent PlaceGlasgow G1 2HLT: 0844 736 2616www.cbonline.co.uk
Morgan StanleyThe Cenrium Building55 Douglas StreetGlasgow G2 7NPT: 0141 245 8000www.morganstanley.com
J.P. MorganWorldwide Securities Services3 Lochside ViewEdinburgh ParkEdinburgh EH12 9DHT: 0131 270 4300www.jpmorgan.com
Lloyds Banking GroupPO Box No. 5The MoundEdinburghEH1 1YZT: 0131 243 7102www.lloydsbankinggroup.com
UBS Wealth ManagementWeymss House6-8 Weymss PlaceEdinburgh EH3 6DHT: 0131 247 2923www.ubs.com/uk
RBS GroupPO Box 1000GogarburnEdinburgh EH12 1HQT: 0131 556 8555www.rbs.com
MERCHANT BANKS
Noble Grossart Ltd48 Queen StreetEdinburgh EH2 3NRT: 0131 226 7011www.noblegrossart.co.uk
INSURANCE
Aviva Insurance UK LtdPitheavlisPerthPH2 0HNT: 0800 015 5755www.aviva.com
PrudentialPrudential UKCraigforthStirling FK9 4UET: 020 7004 9621www.pru.co.uk
Standard LifeStandard Life House30 Lothian RoadEdinburgh EH1 2DHT: 0131 225 2552www.standardlife.com
FUND MANAGERS
Aberdeen Asset Management 10 Queens TerraceAberdeen AB10 1 YGT: 01224 631999www.aberdeen-asset.com
Artemis Investment Management42 Melville StreetEdinburgh EH3 7HAT: 0131 225 7300www.artemis.co.uk
Baillie Gifford & CoCalton Square1 Greenside RowEdinburgh EH1 3ANT: 0131 275 2000www.bailliegifford.com
Barclays Wealth Aurora 5th Floor120 Bothwell StreetGlasgow G2 7JTT: 0141 352 3000www.wealth.barclays.com
BlackRock40 Torpichen StreetEdinburgh EH3 8JBT: 0131 472 7200www.blackrock.co.uk
Brewin DolphinSixth Floor, Atria One144 Morrison StreetEdinburgh EH3 8EXT: 0131 225 2566www.brewin.co.uk
Cornelian Asset Managers30 Charlotte SquareEdinburgh EH2 4ETT: 0131 243 4130www.cornelianam.com
F&C Asset Management80 George StreetEdinburgh EH2 3BUT: 0131 718 1000www.fandc.com
Deutsche Bank WealthManagement25 Melville StreetEdinburgh EH3 7PETel: 0131 243 1000
130 St Vincent StreetGlasgow G2 5SETel: 0141 227 2400www.wealth.deutscheawm.com/uk
Martin Currie InvestmentManagementSaltire Court20 Castle TerraceEdinburgh EH1 2EST: 0131 229 5252www.martincurrie.com
Newton2 Festival SquareEdinburgh EH3 9SUT: 0131 228 4477www.newton.co.uk/pim
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WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW FINANCIAL SERVICES Bank of Scotland HQ on tThe Mound, Edinburgh
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BANKS
Adam & Company25 St Andrew SquareEdinburgh EH2 1AFT: 0131 225 8484www.adambank.com
Bank of England177 West George StreetGlasgow G2 2LBT: 0141 221 7972www.bankofengland.co.uk
Barclays CorporateAurora Building, 1st Floor120 Bothwell StreetGlasgow G2 7JTT: 0141 352 3000www.wealthbarclays.com
The Co-operative BankCorporate Banking Centre206 St Vincent StreetGlasgow G2 5SGT: 0141 221 4958www.co-operativebank.co.uk/corporate
Clydesdale Bank30 St Vincent PlaceGlasgow G1 2HLT: 0844 736 2616www.cbonline.co.uk
Morgan StanleyThe Cenrium Building55 Douglas StreetGlasgow G2 7NPT: 0141 245 8000www.morganstanley.com
J.P. MorganWorldwide Securities Services3 Lochside ViewEdinburgh ParkEdinburgh EH12 9DHT: 0131 270 4300www.jpmorgan.com
Lloyds Banking GroupPO Box No. 5The MoundEdinburghEH1 1YZT: 0131 243 7102www.lloydsbankinggroup.com
UBS Wealth ManagementWeymss House6-8 Weymss PlaceEdinburgh EH3 6DHT: 0131 247 2923www.ubs.com/uk
RBS GroupPO Box 1000GogarburnEdinburgh EH12 1HQT: 0131 556 8555www.rbs.com
MERCHANT BANKS
Noble Grossart Ltd48 Queen StreetEdinburgh EH2 3NRT: 0131 226 7011www.noblegrossart.co.uk
INSURANCE
Aviva Insurance UK LtdPitheavlisPerthPH2 0HNT: 0800 015 5755www.aviva.com
PrudentialPrudential UKCraigforthStirling FK9 4UET: 020 7004 9621www.pru.co.uk
Standard LifeStandard Life House30 Lothian RoadEdinburgh EH1 2DHT: 0131 225 2552www.standardlife.com
FUND MANAGERS
Aberdeen Asset Management 10 Queens TerraceAberdeen AB10 1 YGT: 01224 631999www.aberdeen-asset.com
Artemis Investment Management42 Melville StreetEdinburgh EH3 7HAT: 0131 225 7300www.artemis.co.uk
Baillie Gifford & CoCalton Square1 Greenside RowEdinburgh EH1 3ANT: 0131 275 2000www.bailliegifford.com
Barclays Wealth Aurora 5th Floor120 Bothwell StreetGlasgow G2 7JTT: 0141 352 3000www.wealth.barclays.com
BlackRock40 Torpichen StreetEdinburgh EH3 8JBT: 0131 472 7200www.blackrock.co.uk
Brewin DolphinSixth Floor, Atria One144 Morrison StreetEdinburgh EH3 8EXT: 0131 225 2566www.brewin.co.uk
Cornelian Asset Managers30 Charlotte SquareEdinburgh EH2 4ETT: 0131 243 4130www.cornelianam.com
F&C Asset Management80 George StreetEdinburgh EH2 3BUT: 0131 718 1000www.fandc.com
Deutsche Bank WealthManagement25 Melville StreetEdinburgh EH3 7PETel: 0131 243 1000
130 St Vincent StreetGlasgow G2 5SETel: 0141 227 2400www.wealth.deutscheawm.com/uk
Martin Currie InvestmentManagementSaltire Court20 Castle TerraceEdinburgh EH1 2EST: 0131 229 5252www.martincurrie.com
Newton2 Festival SquareEdinburgh EH3 9SUT: 0131 228 4477www.newton.co.uk/pim
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WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW FINANCIAL SERVICES Bank of Scotland HQ on tThe Mound, Edinburgh
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Prestwick Airport Opened: 1938.Owned by: Scottish Government. Chiefexecutive: Ian Cochrane.Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365days a year.Statistics: Scotland’s only rail-connectedairport, with some 30% of passengersarriving by “AirTrain”. Home to major lowcost carriers Ryanair.Facilities: Two major runways 2,987m and1,989m. Glasgow Prestwick has thelongest commercial runway and paralleltaxiway north of Manchester. Terminalcapacity of 3 million passengers,expandable to more than 10 millionpassengers.Investment and economic contribution:Recent replacement of airport wide accesscontrol system; resurfacing areas of theairfield pavements; replacement of sectionsof the airfield ground lighting; replacementof the terminal main passenger lift;installation of a new state of the art largeaperture x-ray machine for securityscreening of air freight. Grown freighttonnage by 38% compared with theprevious year.Destinations:Alicante, Barcelona, Corfu, Faro,Fuerteventura, Ibiza, Lanzarote, LasPalmas, Malta, Malaga, Murcia, PalmaMallorca, Pisa, Rome (Ciampino), TenerifeSouth.Tel: 0871 223 0700www.glasgowprestwick.com
Highlands and Islands Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd is apublic corporation wholly owned by theScottish Ministers. The company operatesand manages 11 airports at Barra,Benbecula, Campbeltown, Dundee, Islay,Inverness, Kirkwall, Stornoway, Sumburgh,Tiree and Wick. HIAL Head Office.Tel: 01667 462445.www.hial.co.uk
London City AirportTel: 020 7646 0088www.londoncityairport.com
London Gatwick AirportTel: 0844 892 0322www.gatwickairport.com
London Heathrow AirportTel: 0844 335 1801www.heathrowairport.com
London Luton AirportTel: 01582 405100www.london-luton.co.uk
London Stansted AirportTel: 0844 335 1803www.stanstedairport.com
FOR RAIL TRAVEL IN SCOTLAND
ScotrailTel: 0344 811 0141www.scotrail.co.uk
Virgin TrainsTel: 0871 977 4222www.virgintrains.co.uk
Trainline Tel: 0871 244 1545www.thetrainline.com
Approximate fastest journey timesby train
Glasgow - Aberdeen 2h 35mGlasgow - Inverness 3h 22mGlasgow - Dundee 1h 22mGlasgow - Edinburgh 0h 55mGlasgow - London 4h 43m
Edinburgh - Aberdeen 2h 20mEdinburgh - Inverness 3h 29mEdinburgh - Dundee 1h 12mEdinburgh - Glasgow 0h 55mEdinburgh - London 4h 25m
Aberdeen - Inverness 2h 17mAberdeen - Dundee1h 12mAberdeen - London 7h 1m
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Aberdeen AirportOpened: July 1934.Owned and Operated byAGS Airports Limited.Managing Director: Carol Benzie.Operating hours: 24 hours,365 days a year.Passengers per year: 3.5 million in 2013.Facilities: Number of runways - 1 fixed-wing, plus 3 helicopter runways; Runwaylength - 1,953m; Number of terminals - 1passenger terminal, 1 offshore fixed-wingterminal plus 3 helicopter terminals.Investment and economic contribution: Inthe past 10 years - £52 million; In the next10 years - £57 million; Employment -around 250 people employed byAberdeen International Airport but morethan 2,500 jobs supported. Recentdevelopments include the 124m extensionto the main runway, a new coveredinternational walkway, a £5m parkingdeck and a resurfacing project. The nextmajor project is the £13 million terminalredevelopment, set to be complete by2017.Destinations:Amsterdam, Belfast City, Bergen,Birmingham, Bourgas (Bulgaria), Bristol,Cardiff, Copenhagen, Corfu, Dalaman,Dublin, Durham, East Midlands, Enfidha,Esbjerg, Exeter, Faro, Frankfurt, Gdansk,Geneva, Gran Canaria (Summer 2016),Humberside, Ibiza, Jersey, Kirkwall,Kristiansund, Lapland (December 2015),Leeds Bradford, London City, LondonGatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton,Malaga, Manchester, Naples, Newcastle,Norwich, Oslo, Palma, Paris, Reus,Scatsta, Southampton, Stavanger,Stornoway, Sumburgh, Tenerife, Verona,Wick.Tel: 0844 481 6666www.aberdeenairport.com
Edinburgh International AirportOpened: 1977.Owned and operated by: GIP. ChiefExecutive: Gordon Dewar.Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365days a year.Statistics: Passengers per year - 10.2million in 2014 (+4% on 2013); averageof 25,100 passengers per day; more than40 airlines serving 100 world-widedestinations; total 104,000 aircraftmovements per year; average of 285flights per day.Facilities: Number of runways - 2; mainrunway - 2,560m; crosswind runway -1,976m; Number of terminals: 1.Investment and economic contribution: Inlast 10 years - more than £260 million; innext 10 years - more than £240 million;employs 2,500 (400 are EdinburghAirport Limited employees); cargo -10,250 tonnes per year; recentinvestments include a new £25 millionlandside terminal extension and securityhall and £19 million south east pierextension; £125 million five-yearinvestment programme to includeadditional retail in landside terminal anddeparture lounge, improved check-in andimmigration facilities.Destinations:Abu Dhabi, Alicante, Amsterdam, Antalya,Athens, Barcelona, Basel, Belfast,Bergerac, Berlin, Beziers, Birmingham,Bodrum, Bologna, Bordeaux, Bourgas,Bratislava, Bremen, Bristol, Brussels,Budapest, Cancun, Cardiff, Chambery,Chicago, Cologne, Copenhagen, Corfu,Cork, Dalaman, Doha, Dublin, Dubrovnik,Dusseldorf, East Midlands, Enfidha, Exeter,Faro, Faroe Is., Frankfurt, Fuerteventura,Funchal, Gdansk, Geneva, Gothenburg,Gran Canaria, Grenoble, Hamburg,Heraklion, Ibiza, Innsbruck, Istanbul,Jersey, Kaunas, Kirkwall, Krakow, LaRochelle, Lanzarote, Lisbon, London City,London Gatwick, London Heathrow,London Luton, London Stansted, Lyon,Madrid, Malaga, Malta, Manchester,Marseille, Menorca, Milan (Malpensa),Munich, Murcia, Naples, New York (JFK),New York (Newark), Newquay, Nice,Norwich, Orlando, Oslo, Palma, Paphos,Paris (CDG), Pisa, Poitiers, Prague, Pula,Reus, Reykjavik, Rome (Ciampino),Salzburg, Santander, Sharm El Sheikh,Southampton, Split, Stockholm, Stornoway,Sumburgh, Tenerife, Toronto, Venice,Verona, Wick, Zurich.Tel: 0844 448 8833www.edinburghairport.com
Glasgow International AirportOpened: 1966.Owned by: AGS Airports Limited.Managing Director: Amanda McMillan.Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365days a year.Statistics: With some 30 airlines servingapproximately 110 destinationsworldwide, Glasgow is Scotland’sprincipal long-haul airport as well asScotland’s largest charter hub; airtransport movements per year - 80,000;Passengers per year - 7.7 million; aircargo per year - 15,759 tonnes.Facilities: Runways - main, 2658m;Terminals - two, a main terminal plus asmaller T2 facility.Economic contribution: Glasgow Airport isan asset of strategic national importance,providing employment for more than7,300 people across Scotland andgenerating nearly £200 million annuallyfor the economy, more than any otherairport in Scotland. Destinations: Amsterdam, Algarve,Antalya, Bangkok, Barcelona, Barbados,Barra, Beijing, Belfast City, BelfastInternational, Benbecula, BerlinSchoenefeld, Birmingham, Bodrum,Bordeaux, Bourgas, Bournemouth,Brisbane, Bristol, Bydgoszcz, Calgary,Cancun, Carcassone, Cardiff, Cayo Coco,Chambery, Corfu, Cork, Croatia,Dalaman, Cyprus, Delhi, Derry, Donegal,Dubai, Dublin, Dusseldorf, East Midlands,Exeter, Faro, Fuerteventura, Funchal,Gdansk, Geneva, Gran Canaria, Halifax,Heraklion, Holguin, Hong Kong, Ibiza,Islay, Isle of Man, Jersey, Johannesburg,Katowice, Kittila, Kirkwall, Kos, KualaLumpur, Lanzarote, Los Angeles, LasVegas, Leeds Bradford, London City,London Gatwick, London Heathrow,London Luton, London Stansted, Malta,Madiera, Madrid, Majorca, Manchester,Marrakech, Menorca, Melbourne, Miami,Munich, Murcia, Naples, New York(Newark), Orlando (Sanford), Palma,Paphos, Paris (CDG), Philadelphia,Poznan, Prague, Reykjavik, Rhodes, Riga,Rome, Salzburg, San Francisco, Sharm ElSheikh, Singapore, Sofia, Southampton,Split, Stornoway, Sumburgh, Sydney,Tenerife (South), Toronto (Pearson), Tunisia,Turin,Vancouver, Varadero, Venice,Verona, Warsaw, Wroclaw, Zakynthos.Tel: 0844 481 5555www.glasgowairport.com
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Prestwick Airport Opened: 1938.Owned by: Scottish Government. Chiefexecutive: Ian Cochrane.Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365days a year.Statistics: Scotland’s only rail-connectedairport, with some 30% of passengersarriving by “AirTrain”. Home to major lowcost carriers Ryanair.Facilities: Two major runways 2,987m and1,989m. Glasgow Prestwick has thelongest commercial runway and paralleltaxiway north of Manchester. Terminalcapacity of 3 million passengers,expandable to more than 10 millionpassengers.Investment and economic contribution:Recent replacement of airport wide accesscontrol system; resurfacing areas of theairfield pavements; replacement of sectionsof the airfield ground lighting; replacementof the terminal main passenger lift;installation of a new state of the art largeaperture x-ray machine for securityscreening of air freight. Grown freighttonnage by 38% compared with theprevious year.Destinations:Alicante, Barcelona, Corfu, Faro,Fuerteventura, Ibiza, Lanzarote, LasPalmas, Malta, Malaga, Murcia, PalmaMallorca, Pisa, Rome (Ciampino), TenerifeSouth.Tel: 0871 223 0700www.glasgowprestwick.com
Highlands and Islands Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd is apublic corporation wholly owned by theScottish Ministers. The company operatesand manages 11 airports at Barra,Benbecula, Campbeltown, Dundee, Islay,Inverness, Kirkwall, Stornoway, Sumburgh,Tiree and Wick. HIAL Head Office.Tel: 01667 462445.www.hial.co.uk
London City AirportTel: 020 7646 0088www.londoncityairport.com
London Gatwick AirportTel: 0844 892 0322www.gatwickairport.com
London Heathrow AirportTel: 0844 335 1801www.heathrowairport.com
London Luton AirportTel: 01582 405100www.london-luton.co.uk
London Stansted AirportTel: 0844 335 1803www.stanstedairport.com
FOR RAIL TRAVEL IN SCOTLAND
ScotrailTel: 0344 811 0141www.scotrail.co.uk
Virgin TrainsTel: 0871 977 4222www.virgintrains.co.uk
Trainline Tel: 0871 244 1545www.thetrainline.com
Approximate fastest journey timesby train
Glasgow - Aberdeen 2h 35mGlasgow - Inverness 3h 22mGlasgow - Dundee 1h 22mGlasgow - Edinburgh 0h 55mGlasgow - London 4h 43m
Edinburgh - Aberdeen 2h 20mEdinburgh - Inverness 3h 29mEdinburgh - Dundee 1h 12mEdinburgh - Glasgow 0h 55mEdinburgh - London 4h 25m
Aberdeen - Inverness 2h 17mAberdeen - Dundee1h 12mAberdeen - London 7h 1m
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Aberdeen AirportOpened: July 1934.Owned and Operated byAGS Airports Limited.Managing Director: Carol Benzie.Operating hours: 24 hours,365 days a year.Passengers per year: 3.5 million in 2013.Facilities: Number of runways - 1 fixed-wing, plus 3 helicopter runways; Runwaylength - 1,953m; Number of terminals - 1passenger terminal, 1 offshore fixed-wingterminal plus 3 helicopter terminals.Investment and economic contribution: Inthe past 10 years - £52 million; In the next10 years - £57 million; Employment -around 250 people employed byAberdeen International Airport but morethan 2,500 jobs supported. Recentdevelopments include the 124m extensionto the main runway, a new coveredinternational walkway, a £5m parkingdeck and a resurfacing project. The nextmajor project is the £13 million terminalredevelopment, set to be complete by2017.Destinations:Amsterdam, Belfast City, Bergen,Birmingham, Bourgas (Bulgaria), Bristol,Cardiff, Copenhagen, Corfu, Dalaman,Dublin, Durham, East Midlands, Enfidha,Esbjerg, Exeter, Faro, Frankfurt, Gdansk,Geneva, Gran Canaria (Summer 2016),Humberside, Ibiza, Jersey, Kirkwall,Kristiansund, Lapland (December 2015),Leeds Bradford, London City, LondonGatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton,Malaga, Manchester, Naples, Newcastle,Norwich, Oslo, Palma, Paris, Reus,Scatsta, Southampton, Stavanger,Stornoway, Sumburgh, Tenerife, Verona,Wick.Tel: 0844 481 6666www.aberdeenairport.com
Edinburgh International AirportOpened: 1977.Owned and operated by: GIP. ChiefExecutive: Gordon Dewar.Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365days a year.Statistics: Passengers per year - 10.2million in 2014 (+4% on 2013); averageof 25,100 passengers per day; more than40 airlines serving 100 world-widedestinations; total 104,000 aircraftmovements per year; average of 285flights per day.Facilities: Number of runways - 2; mainrunway - 2,560m; crosswind runway -1,976m; Number of terminals: 1.Investment and economic contribution: Inlast 10 years - more than £260 million; innext 10 years - more than £240 million;employs 2,500 (400 are EdinburghAirport Limited employees); cargo -10,250 tonnes per year; recentinvestments include a new £25 millionlandside terminal extension and securityhall and £19 million south east pierextension; £125 million five-yearinvestment programme to includeadditional retail in landside terminal anddeparture lounge, improved check-in andimmigration facilities.Destinations:Abu Dhabi, Alicante, Amsterdam, Antalya,Athens, Barcelona, Basel, Belfast,Bergerac, Berlin, Beziers, Birmingham,Bodrum, Bologna, Bordeaux, Bourgas,Bratislava, Bremen, Bristol, Brussels,Budapest, Cancun, Cardiff, Chambery,Chicago, Cologne, Copenhagen, Corfu,Cork, Dalaman, Doha, Dublin, Dubrovnik,Dusseldorf, East Midlands, Enfidha, Exeter,Faro, Faroe Is., Frankfurt, Fuerteventura,Funchal, Gdansk, Geneva, Gothenburg,Gran Canaria, Grenoble, Hamburg,Heraklion, Ibiza, Innsbruck, Istanbul,Jersey, Kaunas, Kirkwall, Krakow, LaRochelle, Lanzarote, Lisbon, London City,London Gatwick, London Heathrow,London Luton, London Stansted, Lyon,Madrid, Malaga, Malta, Manchester,Marseille, Menorca, Milan (Malpensa),Munich, Murcia, Naples, New York (JFK),New York (Newark), Newquay, Nice,Norwich, Orlando, Oslo, Palma, Paphos,Paris (CDG), Pisa, Poitiers, Prague, Pula,Reus, Reykjavik, Rome (Ciampino),Salzburg, Santander, Sharm El Sheikh,Southampton, Split, Stockholm, Stornoway,Sumburgh, Tenerife, Toronto, Venice,Verona, Wick, Zurich.Tel: 0844 448 8833www.edinburghairport.com
Glasgow International AirportOpened: 1966.Owned by: AGS Airports Limited.Managing Director: Amanda McMillan.Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365days a year.Statistics: With some 30 airlines servingapproximately 110 destinationsworldwide, Glasgow is Scotland’sprincipal long-haul airport as well asScotland’s largest charter hub; airtransport movements per year - 80,000;Passengers per year - 7.7 million; aircargo per year - 15,759 tonnes.Facilities: Runways - main, 2658m;Terminals - two, a main terminal plus asmaller T2 facility.Economic contribution: Glasgow Airport isan asset of strategic national importance,providing employment for more than7,300 people across Scotland andgenerating nearly £200 million annuallyfor the economy, more than any otherairport in Scotland. Destinations: Amsterdam, Algarve,Antalya, Bangkok, Barcelona, Barbados,Barra, Beijing, Belfast City, BelfastInternational, Benbecula, BerlinSchoenefeld, Birmingham, Bodrum,Bordeaux, Bourgas, Bournemouth,Brisbane, Bristol, Bydgoszcz, Calgary,Cancun, Carcassone, Cardiff, Cayo Coco,Chambery, Corfu, Cork, Croatia,Dalaman, Cyprus, Delhi, Derry, Donegal,Dubai, Dublin, Dusseldorf, East Midlands,Exeter, Faro, Fuerteventura, Funchal,Gdansk, Geneva, Gran Canaria, Halifax,Heraklion, Holguin, Hong Kong, Ibiza,Islay, Isle of Man, Jersey, Johannesburg,Katowice, Kittila, Kirkwall, Kos, KualaLumpur, Lanzarote, Los Angeles, LasVegas, Leeds Bradford, London City,London Gatwick, London Heathrow,London Luton, London Stansted, Malta,Madiera, Madrid, Majorca, Manchester,Marrakech, Menorca, Melbourne, Miami,Munich, Murcia, Naples, New York(Newark), Orlando (Sanford), Palma,Paphos, Paris (CDG), Philadelphia,Poznan, Prague, Reykjavik, Rhodes, Riga,Rome, Salzburg, San Francisco, Sharm ElSheikh, Singapore, Sofia, Southampton,Split, Stornoway, Sumburgh, Sydney,Tenerife (South), Toronto (Pearson), Tunisia,Turin,Vancouver, Varadero, Venice,Verona, Warsaw, Wroclaw, Zakynthos.Tel: 0844 481 5555www.glasgowairport.com
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The University of AberdeenKing’s College Aberdeen AB24 3FXPhone: 01224 272000www.abdn.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Sir Ian Diamond
The University of Aberdeen has anoutstanding history of pioneering discoverieswhich have changed thinking and practice inmedicine, science, arts and humanities overfive centuries. We are an ambitious, research-driven university with a global outlook, anda multicultural academic and studentcommunity on our vibrant campuses at King’sand Foresterhill. We are committed toengaging with business and have a strongtrack record of working effectively withindustry to translate excellence in researchinto business applications.
Abertay UniversityBell StreetDundee DD1 1HGPhone: 01382 308000www.abertay.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice-Chancellor:Professor Nigel Seaton
Abertay University was founded to workwith industry more than 125 years ago,and now has a track record second to nonein supporting businesses, especially SMEsbut also large multinationals. Our businesspartnerships span a wide range of sectorsincluding food and drink, computer games,the digital and creative industries, digitalsecurity and forensic science, environmentaland sustainability management, energy,enterprise creation, marketing, healthcare,sport and exercise.
The University of DundeePerth RoadDundee DD1 4HNPhone: 01382 383000www.dundee.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Pete Downes
The University of Dundee is ranked in the top1% of world universities and consistently top-ranked for student experience in the UK andinternationally (Times Higher Education2010-15, International Student Barometer2014). Through its world-leading researchin life sciences (UK No 1 Research ExcellenceFramework 2014), art and design, naturalresources policy and engineering theUniversity aims to transform lives andto shape the future by solving importantreal-world problems.
The University of EdinburghOld College South BridgeEdinburgh EH8 9YLPhone: 0131 650 1000www.ed.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Sir Timothy O’Shea
Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburghis truly international; one of the top 20 globaluniversities and 4th in the UK for ResearchExcellence. Innovative and collaborative: wesupport the creation of circa 36 newbusinesses each year, are home to theARCHER supercomputer, FloWave OceanEnergy Research Facility & Li-Fi Research &Development Centre, and address the keyGlobal Challenges in Health, Justice,Development and Environment & Society.
Edinburgh Napier UniversitySighthill CampusSighthill CourtEdinburgh, EH11 4BNPhone: 0131 455 3555www.napier.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Andrea Nolan
Edinburgh Napier is an innovative universityinspired by and deeply connected to theworld around it. We create and supportpersonalised learning and researchopportunities that nurture talent, createknowledge and shape communities aroundthe world. We have a reputation for thediversity of our student community, theemployability of our graduates, ourinternational reach, and our engagement withbusiness through our research and enterprise.We are excited by our potential and areambitious for each other and for our students.
University of GlasgowUniversity AvenueGlasgow G12 8QQPhone: 0141 330 2000www.gla.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Anton Muscatelli FRSE AcSS
The University of Glasgow has been changingthe world for over 500 years. A top 10 UKearner in research, our world classinterdisciplinary expertise encompasses almostevery field of human endeavour, tacklingeverything from societal issues such as health,global security and international developmentto cutting edge technological innovationincluding quantum technologies,nanotechnology and the development ofsmarter cities, creating real world impact forindustry, society and the environment.
Glasgow Caledonian University70 Cowcaddens RoadGlasgow G4 0BAPhone: 0141 331 3000www.gcu.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Pamela Gillies CBE
GCU has campuses in Glasgow, London andNew York and is a University for the CommonGood. It is dedicated to widening access with35% of students coming from disadvantagedbackgrounds. In REF 2014, it was recognisedas the top modern University for researchpower in Scotland, supported by its centres ofexcellence in research, including the YunusCentre for Social Business and Health, and itsClimate Justice Centre.
The Glasgow School of Art167 Renfrew StreetGlasgowG3 6RQPhone: 0141 353 4500www.gsa.ac.ukDirector: Professor Tom Inns
Founded in 1845, the GSA is internationallyrecognised as one of Europe’s leadinguniversity-level institutions for the visualcreative disciplines - fine art, design,architecture and digital technology. Ourstudio-based approach to research andteaching brings disciplines together toexplore problems in new ways to find newinnovative solutions. The studio creates theenvironment for inter–disciplinarity, peerlearning, critical inquiry, experimentation andprototyping, helping to addressing many ofthe grand challenges confronting society andcontemporary business.
Heriot Watt UniversityRiccartonEdinburgh EH14 1ASPhone: 0131 449 5111www.hw.ac.ukActing Principal: Professor Julian Jones
Heriot-Watt University with its campuses inScotland, Dubai and Malaysia hasinternational distinction in research andteaching, notably in science, engineering,mathematics, management, languages anddesign, and especially in interdisciplinarysubjects including manufacturing, photonics,energy, geoscience, financial mathematics,translating and interpreting. With anexcellent track record of working withindustry, over 94% of Heriot-Watt graduatesare in full-time employment or further studywithin 6 months of graduation.
Queen Margaret University,EdinburghQueen Margaret University DriveMusselburgh EH21 6UUPhone: 0131 474 0000www.qmu.ac.uk Principal and Vice-Chancellor:Professor Petra Wend
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh iscommitted to teaching, research andknowledge exchange which is immediatelyrelevant to the needs of society. Our researchis focused on the strategic areas of: Media &Film, Applied Communication & Culture;Speech & Communication; Applied SocialSciences; Nutrition & Metabolism in Health &Disease; Rehabilitation Sciences;International Health & Development; andPerson Centred Care. With an enviablegraduate employment rate, we havesignificant experience of operating trans-national educational partnerships, focusingon hospitality & tourism management,business management and health caredisciplines.
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW UNIVERSITIES
Robert Gordon UniversitySchoolhill,Aberdeen AB10 1FRPhone: 01224 262000www.rgu.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Ferdinand Von Prondzynski
RGU delivers over 300 courses to 16,500students and over the last few years has hadthe best record for graduate-level employmentof all UK universities. The university aims toundertake research which provides solutionsto real-life problems with key research areas,including oil and gas, remote healthcare, bigdata, architecture, accounting and finance,business and management, library andinformation management, and art anddesign.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DBPhone: 0141 332 4101www.rcs.ac.ukPrincipal: Professor Jeffrey Sharkey
The conservatoire experience is more than aneducation. It is total immersion in discoveringwho you are, whichever path you choose tofollow. Students enjoy an extraordinary blendof intensive tuition, professional partnerships,performances and the creative space to co-create across disciplines on their journeytowards realising their own individual artisticvoice. RCS is a crucible for creativity inperformance and production, where we arecreating the future for performance.
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)Rural Research, Education and ConsultingKing’s BuildingsWest Mains RoadEdinburgh EH9 3JGTel: 0131 535 4000www.sac.sruc.ukPrincipal: Acting Chief ExecutiveJanet Swadling
SRUC is a widely respected higher educationinstitute dedicated to producing specialistresearch, delivering high quality educationand providing comprehensive consultancyservices in the rural sector within the UK andbeyond. An organisation unique in Scotlandand one of the largest organisations of itskind in Europe; we aim to lead the way ininnovation and sustainable development inthe agriculture and rural sectors at local,national and international levels.
University of St AndrewsSt AndrewsFife KY16 9AJPhone: 01334 476161www.st-andrews.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Louise Richardson
Founded in 1413, St Andrews is Scotland’sleading university, its oldest seat of learningand the third-oldest in the English-speakingworld. St Andrews is a thriving intellectual
community built around the highest quality ofresearch and teaching in a beautiful part ofthe UK. One of Europe’s most researchintensive universities, over 80% of StAndrews’ research activity is world leadingor internationally excellent and its teachingquality consistently ranks amongst the highestin Britain.
The University of StirlingStirling FK9 4LAPhone: 01786 473171www.stir.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Gerry McCormac
The University of Stirling is a world-classUniversity – ranked as one of the world’s Top50 universities under 50 years old* – with aresearch reputation for innovation andexcellence. Our exciting and ground-breaking research, spanning health andwellbeing, the environment and people,culture and society, enterprise and theeconomy, and sport, impacts on the lives ofpeople and places worldwide. Ourqualifications are a passport to employment.*The Times Higher Education 100 Under 50rankings
University of StrathclydeGraham Hills Building 16 Richmond StreetGlasgow G1 1XQPhone: 0141 552 4400www.strath.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Sir Jim McDonald
For over 200 years, the University ofStrathclyde has been meeting the needs ofemployers, industry, students and widersociety through research, teaching andenterprise. Its faculties have an enviable trackrecord of working with partners to makeinnovation applicable for the benefit ofsociety. Following the 2014 ResearchExcellence Framework, Strathclyde is now inthe top 20 research intensive universities inthe UK.
University of the West of ScotlandPaisley CampusPaisley PA1 2BEScotlandwww.uws.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Craig Mahoney
UWS is an ambitious and modern universityincorporating industrial, business andprofessional links with effective teaching,innovative research, powerful knowledgeexchange partnerships and consultancy. Withfour campuses, situated across areas ofoutstanding natural beauty, students’ learningis set against the vibrant backdrop andinnate traditions of Scottish culture. With animpressive widening access record, growinginternational presence and a commitment todeveloping learning techniques, UWS is a21st century university.
University of the Highlandsand IslandsExecutive OfficeNess WalkInverness IV3 5SQPhone: 01463 279 000www.uhi.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice-Chancellor:Professor Clive Mulholland
The University of the Highlands and Islandsis the only university based in the Highlandsand Islands. It provides access to study andresearch opportunities through a partnershipof 13 colleges and research institutions.Research is carried out by its specialistcentres and academic departments.Expertise includes: environmental science;marine science; renewables; diabetes;cardiovascular science; Celtic and Nordicstudies; archaeology; rural childhood anddevelopment; tourism and heritage; andhistory.
The Open University in Scotland10 Drumsheugh GardensEdinburgh EH3 7QJPhone: 0131 226 3851www.open.ac.uk/scotland Director: Dr James Miller
The Open University is the world’s largestMBA provider to be triple accredited(AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS), providingflexible, high quality management andprofessional development underpinned bythe latest research and enriched by a globalnetwork of partnerships. The OU worksclosely with companies to identify skills,knowledge and behavioural changesneeded to optimise their businessperformance. 80% of the UK’s FTSE 100companies have sponsored staff on OUcourses.
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The University of AberdeenKing’s College Aberdeen AB24 3FXPhone: 01224 272000www.abdn.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Sir Ian Diamond
The University of Aberdeen has anoutstanding history of pioneering discoverieswhich have changed thinking and practice inmedicine, science, arts and humanities overfive centuries. We are an ambitious, research-driven university with a global outlook, anda multicultural academic and studentcommunity on our vibrant campuses at King’sand Foresterhill. We are committed toengaging with business and have a strongtrack record of working effectively withindustry to translate excellence in researchinto business applications.
Abertay UniversityBell StreetDundee DD1 1HGPhone: 01382 308000www.abertay.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice-Chancellor:Professor Nigel Seaton
Abertay University was founded to workwith industry more than 125 years ago,and now has a track record second to nonein supporting businesses, especially SMEsbut also large multinationals. Our businesspartnerships span a wide range of sectorsincluding food and drink, computer games,the digital and creative industries, digitalsecurity and forensic science, environmentaland sustainability management, energy,enterprise creation, marketing, healthcare,sport and exercise.
The University of DundeePerth RoadDundee DD1 4HNPhone: 01382 383000www.dundee.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Pete Downes
The University of Dundee is ranked in the top1% of world universities and consistently top-ranked for student experience in the UK andinternationally (Times Higher Education2010-15, International Student Barometer2014). Through its world-leading researchin life sciences (UK No 1 Research ExcellenceFramework 2014), art and design, naturalresources policy and engineering theUniversity aims to transform lives andto shape the future by solving importantreal-world problems.
The University of EdinburghOld College South BridgeEdinburgh EH8 9YLPhone: 0131 650 1000www.ed.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Sir Timothy O’Shea
Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburghis truly international; one of the top 20 globaluniversities and 4th in the UK for ResearchExcellence. Innovative and collaborative: wesupport the creation of circa 36 newbusinesses each year, are home to theARCHER supercomputer, FloWave OceanEnergy Research Facility & Li-Fi Research &Development Centre, and address the keyGlobal Challenges in Health, Justice,Development and Environment & Society.
Edinburgh Napier UniversitySighthill CampusSighthill CourtEdinburgh, EH11 4BNPhone: 0131 455 3555www.napier.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Andrea Nolan
Edinburgh Napier is an innovative universityinspired by and deeply connected to theworld around it. We create and supportpersonalised learning and researchopportunities that nurture talent, createknowledge and shape communities aroundthe world. We have a reputation for thediversity of our student community, theemployability of our graduates, ourinternational reach, and our engagement withbusiness through our research and enterprise.We are excited by our potential and areambitious for each other and for our students.
University of GlasgowUniversity AvenueGlasgow G12 8QQPhone: 0141 330 2000www.gla.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Anton Muscatelli FRSE AcSS
The University of Glasgow has been changingthe world for over 500 years. A top 10 UKearner in research, our world classinterdisciplinary expertise encompasses almostevery field of human endeavour, tacklingeverything from societal issues such as health,global security and international developmentto cutting edge technological innovationincluding quantum technologies,nanotechnology and the development ofsmarter cities, creating real world impact forindustry, society and the environment.
Glasgow Caledonian University70 Cowcaddens RoadGlasgow G4 0BAPhone: 0141 331 3000www.gcu.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Pamela Gillies CBE
GCU has campuses in Glasgow, London andNew York and is a University for the CommonGood. It is dedicated to widening access with35% of students coming from disadvantagedbackgrounds. In REF 2014, it was recognisedas the top modern University for researchpower in Scotland, supported by its centres ofexcellence in research, including the YunusCentre for Social Business and Health, and itsClimate Justice Centre.
The Glasgow School of Art167 Renfrew StreetGlasgowG3 6RQPhone: 0141 353 4500www.gsa.ac.ukDirector: Professor Tom Inns
Founded in 1845, the GSA is internationallyrecognised as one of Europe’s leadinguniversity-level institutions for the visualcreative disciplines - fine art, design,architecture and digital technology. Ourstudio-based approach to research andteaching brings disciplines together toexplore problems in new ways to find newinnovative solutions. The studio creates theenvironment for inter–disciplinarity, peerlearning, critical inquiry, experimentation andprototyping, helping to addressing many ofthe grand challenges confronting society andcontemporary business.
Heriot Watt UniversityRiccartonEdinburgh EH14 1ASPhone: 0131 449 5111www.hw.ac.ukActing Principal: Professor Julian Jones
Heriot-Watt University with its campuses inScotland, Dubai and Malaysia hasinternational distinction in research andteaching, notably in science, engineering,mathematics, management, languages anddesign, and especially in interdisciplinarysubjects including manufacturing, photonics,energy, geoscience, financial mathematics,translating and interpreting. With anexcellent track record of working withindustry, over 94% of Heriot-Watt graduatesare in full-time employment or further studywithin 6 months of graduation.
Queen Margaret University,EdinburghQueen Margaret University DriveMusselburgh EH21 6UUPhone: 0131 474 0000www.qmu.ac.uk Principal and Vice-Chancellor:Professor Petra Wend
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh iscommitted to teaching, research andknowledge exchange which is immediatelyrelevant to the needs of society. Our researchis focused on the strategic areas of: Media &Film, Applied Communication & Culture;Speech & Communication; Applied SocialSciences; Nutrition & Metabolism in Health &Disease; Rehabilitation Sciences;International Health & Development; andPerson Centred Care. With an enviablegraduate employment rate, we havesignificant experience of operating trans-national educational partnerships, focusingon hospitality & tourism management,business management and health caredisciplines.
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW UNIVERSITIES
Robert Gordon UniversitySchoolhill,Aberdeen AB10 1FRPhone: 01224 262000www.rgu.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Ferdinand Von Prondzynski
RGU delivers over 300 courses to 16,500students and over the last few years has hadthe best record for graduate-level employmentof all UK universities. The university aims toundertake research which provides solutionsto real-life problems with key research areas,including oil and gas, remote healthcare, bigdata, architecture, accounting and finance,business and management, library andinformation management, and art anddesign.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DBPhone: 0141 332 4101www.rcs.ac.ukPrincipal: Professor Jeffrey Sharkey
The conservatoire experience is more than aneducation. It is total immersion in discoveringwho you are, whichever path you choose tofollow. Students enjoy an extraordinary blendof intensive tuition, professional partnerships,performances and the creative space to co-create across disciplines on their journeytowards realising their own individual artisticvoice. RCS is a crucible for creativity inperformance and production, where we arecreating the future for performance.
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)Rural Research, Education and ConsultingKing’s BuildingsWest Mains RoadEdinburgh EH9 3JGTel: 0131 535 4000www.sac.sruc.ukPrincipal: Acting Chief ExecutiveJanet Swadling
SRUC is a widely respected higher educationinstitute dedicated to producing specialistresearch, delivering high quality educationand providing comprehensive consultancyservices in the rural sector within the UK andbeyond. An organisation unique in Scotlandand one of the largest organisations of itskind in Europe; we aim to lead the way ininnovation and sustainable development inthe agriculture and rural sectors at local,national and international levels.
University of St AndrewsSt AndrewsFife KY16 9AJPhone: 01334 476161www.st-andrews.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Louise Richardson
Founded in 1413, St Andrews is Scotland’sleading university, its oldest seat of learningand the third-oldest in the English-speakingworld. St Andrews is a thriving intellectual
community built around the highest quality ofresearch and teaching in a beautiful part ofthe UK. One of Europe’s most researchintensive universities, over 80% of StAndrews’ research activity is world leadingor internationally excellent and its teachingquality consistently ranks amongst the highestin Britain.
The University of StirlingStirling FK9 4LAPhone: 01786 473171www.stir.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Gerry McCormac
The University of Stirling is a world-classUniversity – ranked as one of the world’s Top50 universities under 50 years old* – with aresearch reputation for innovation andexcellence. Our exciting and ground-breaking research, spanning health andwellbeing, the environment and people,culture and society, enterprise and theeconomy, and sport, impacts on the lives ofpeople and places worldwide. Ourqualifications are a passport to employment.*The Times Higher Education 100 Under 50rankings
University of StrathclydeGraham Hills Building 16 Richmond StreetGlasgow G1 1XQPhone: 0141 552 4400www.strath.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Sir Jim McDonald
For over 200 years, the University ofStrathclyde has been meeting the needs ofemployers, industry, students and widersociety through research, teaching andenterprise. Its faculties have an enviable trackrecord of working with partners to makeinnovation applicable for the benefit ofsociety. Following the 2014 ResearchExcellence Framework, Strathclyde is now inthe top 20 research intensive universities inthe UK.
University of the West of ScotlandPaisley CampusPaisley PA1 2BEScotlandwww.uws.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice Chancellor:Professor Craig Mahoney
UWS is an ambitious and modern universityincorporating industrial, business andprofessional links with effective teaching,innovative research, powerful knowledgeexchange partnerships and consultancy. Withfour campuses, situated across areas ofoutstanding natural beauty, students’ learningis set against the vibrant backdrop andinnate traditions of Scottish culture. With animpressive widening access record, growinginternational presence and a commitment todeveloping learning techniques, UWS is a21st century university.
University of the Highlandsand IslandsExecutive OfficeNess WalkInverness IV3 5SQPhone: 01463 279 000www.uhi.ac.ukPrincipal and Vice-Chancellor:Professor Clive Mulholland
The University of the Highlands and Islandsis the only university based in the Highlandsand Islands. It provides access to study andresearch opportunities through a partnershipof 13 colleges and research institutions.Research is carried out by its specialistcentres and academic departments.Expertise includes: environmental science;marine science; renewables; diabetes;cardiovascular science; Celtic and Nordicstudies; archaeology; rural childhood anddevelopment; tourism and heritage; andhistory.
The Open University in Scotland10 Drumsheugh GardensEdinburgh EH3 7QJPhone: 0131 226 3851www.open.ac.uk/scotland Director: Dr James Miller
The Open University is the world’s largestMBA provider to be triple accredited(AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS), providingflexible, high quality management andprofessional development underpinned bythe latest research and enriched by a globalnetwork of partnerships. The OU worksclosely with companies to identify skills,knowledge and behavioural changesneeded to optimise their businessperformance. 80% of the UK’s FTSE 100companies have sponsored staff on OUcourses.
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ABERDEENTotal population224,970
Number in employment121,000
% of working populationwith degree29.3%
% employed by sectorPublic administration, education and health,23%; financial and business services, 18%;distribution, hotels and restaurants, 16%;energy and water, 16%; transport andcommunication, 9%; construction, 5%;manufacturing, 8%; other services, 5%
Average wage£ 31,734 per annum
% homeowners57%
% renters43%
Average house price£211,714
Average monthly rental£1100 (2-bed flat)
Main manufactureFood and drink; offshore oil and gas hightech equipment and products; subseainfrastructure fabrication (oil and gas andrenewables)
Main technology industriesLife sciences; hydrocarbon extraction; lowcarbon technology; marine engineering
Main service industriesProfessional, scientific and technical; retail;business administration and support services;construction; accommodation and foodservices; arts , entertainment and recreation;information and communication; transport,logistics and storage
Major employersAberdeen City Council; NHS Grampian;Total Upstream UK; First Group; DanaPetroleum; Talisman Energy UK; John WoodGroup; Aberdeen Asset Management;Technip UK; Aker Solutions; William Wilson;Craig Group
Main universitiesUniversity of Aberdeen,Robert Gordon University
Main hospitalsAberdeen Royal Infirmary,Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital,Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
Main rail stationsAberdeen Station, Guild Street,Aberdeen AB11 6LX
Main airportAberdeen International Airport
Local government HQMarischal College, Broad Street,Aberdeen, AB10 1AB
Name of Council leaderCllr Barney Crockett
Majority party on council Labour led coalition
Main inward investment authorityScottish Development International
Main visitor attractionsAberdeen Beach, Duthie Park,dolphin watching, Royal Aberdeen (golf),Maritime Museum
Tourist numbers1.62 million (Aberdeen City and Shire)
Hotel bedroom numbers3500
Occupancy rates77.4%
Main sports teamsAberdeen FC
Main festivalsAberdeen’s Summer Festival; AberdeenInternational Youth Festival; Jazz Festival;Taste of Grampian; Dance Live; SoundSpectra; Mayfest; Open Doors,Winter Festival
ContactGordon McIntosh Director of Enterprise Planning andInfrastructureAberdeen City Council Marischal CollegeBroad StreetAberdeen AB10 1ABT: 08456 080910www.aberdeencity.gov.ukwww.aberdeeninvestlivevisit.co.uk
DUNDEETotal population148,260
Number in employment60,100
% of working populationwith degree46.4%
% employed by sectorHuman health and social work activities,22.2%; wholesale and retail trade, 14.6%;education, 11.7%; professional, scientific,technical, administration and support, 8.6%;public administration and defence, 7.8%;manufacturing, 6.3%; construction, 4.5%;accommodation and food; 7.1%; transportand storage, 2.5%; information andcommunication, 3.9%; financial, insuranceand real estate, 3.3%; Other, 2%.
Average wage£ 516.30
% homeowners54%
% renters46%
Average house price£128,024
Average monthly rental£512
Main manufactureRubber and plastic products
Main technology industriesDigital media
Main service industriesHuman health and social work
Major employersDundee City Council; NHS Tayside;Tesco; DC Thomson; University of Dundee;Michelin Tyres; NCR Financial Solutions;BT; Tayside Contracts
Main universitiesUniversity of Dundee, University of Abertay
Main hospitalsNHS - Ninewells Hospital and MedicalSchool, private - BMI Fernbrae Hospital
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Main rail stationsDundee Railway Station
Main airportDundee; Edinburgh within 1 hour drive
Local government HQ50 North Lindsay Street, Dundee, DD1 1LS
Name of Council leaderCllr Ken Guild
Majority party on council SNP
Main inward investment authorityScottish Development International
Main visitor attractionsRRS Discovery; Scotland’s Jute MuseumVerdant Works (including High Mill extensionopening August 2015); Dundee ScienceCentre; The McManus - Dundee’s Art Galleryand Museum; Dundee Contemporary Arts;Camperdown Park and Wildlife Centre;HMS Unicorn; Broughty Ferry Castle;Mills Observatory; University of DundeeBotanic Gardens; Dundee Law; DundeeMuseum of Transport
Tourist numbers804,270
Hotel bedroom numbers1106
Occupancy rates66%
Main sports teamsFootball: Dundee United, Dundee; Rugby:Dundee HSFP; Ice Hockey: Dundee Stars
Main festivalsDundee Flower and Food Festival;Dundee Jazz Festival; Dundee LiteraryFestival; Dundee Science Festival;Discovery Film Festival; Dare ProtoPlayGames Festival; Dundee Women’s Festival;Dundee Mountain Film Festival; Oktoberfest;Neon Digital Arts Festival; Ignite Festival;Christmas Street Festival
ContactMike GallowayDirector of City DevelopmentDundee City CouncilT: +44 (0) 1382 433 610E: mike.galloway@dundeecity.gov.ukwww.dundee.comwww.locate-dundee.co.ukwww.dundeewaterfront.com
EDINBURGHTotal population487,500
Number in employment258,300
% of working populationwith degree42%
% employed by sectorPublic admin, education and health, 31%;financial and business services, 26%;distribution, hotels and restaurants, 18%;transport and communication, 9%;construction, 5%; manufacturing, 4%;energy and water, 1%; other services, 6%
Average wage£ 30,006 per annum
% homeowners58%
% renters41%
Average house price£220,957
Average monthly rental£833 (2-bed flat)
Main manufactureFood and drink; electronics
Main technology industriesSoftware; life sciences
Main service industriesHealth; education; financial services; tourism;professional services; creative industries
Major employersNHS Lothian; the City of Edinburgh Council;University of Edinburgh; Lloyds BankingGroup; Royal Bank of Scotland; Standard Life
Main universitiesUniversity of Edinburgh, Edinburgh NapierUniversity; Heriot-Watt University;Queen Margaret University
Main hospitalsRoyal Infirmary of Edinburgh; Royal Hospitalfor Sick Children; Western General Hospital
Main rail stationsEdinburgh Waverley; Haymarket
Main airportsEdinburgh International Airport
Local government HQCity Chambers, 253 High Street,Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
Name of Council leaderCllr Andrew Burns
Majority party on council Labour/SNP coalition
Main inward investment authorityEconomic Development,City of Edinburgh CouncilMain visitor attractionsNational Museum of Scotland;National Galleries; Edinburgh Castle
Tourist numbers3.4 million
Hotel bedroom numbers12,910 bed spaces
Occupancy rates80.5%
Main sports teamsHibernian Football Club; Heart of MidlothianFootball Club; Edinburgh Rugby
Main festivalsEdinburgh Festival Fringe; EdinburghInternational Festival; Royal EdinburghMilitary Tattoo; Science Festival; InternationalBook Festival; International Film Festival;Winter Festival
ContactElaine BallantyneHead of Investor SupportThe City of Edinburgh CouncilT: +44 (0) 131 469 3854E: [email protected]
GLASGOWTotal population595,550
Number in employment258,300
% of working populationwith degree41.6%
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ABERDEENTotal population224,970
Number in employment121,000
% of working populationwith degree29.3%
% employed by sectorPublic administration, education and health,23%; financial and business services, 18%;distribution, hotels and restaurants, 16%;energy and water, 16%; transport andcommunication, 9%; construction, 5%;manufacturing, 8%; other services, 5%
Average wage£ 31,734 per annum
% homeowners57%
% renters43%
Average house price£211,714
Average monthly rental£1100 (2-bed flat)
Main manufactureFood and drink; offshore oil and gas hightech equipment and products; subseainfrastructure fabrication (oil and gas andrenewables)
Main technology industriesLife sciences; hydrocarbon extraction; lowcarbon technology; marine engineering
Main service industriesProfessional, scientific and technical; retail;business administration and support services;construction; accommodation and foodservices; arts , entertainment and recreation;information and communication; transport,logistics and storage
Major employersAberdeen City Council; NHS Grampian;Total Upstream UK; First Group; DanaPetroleum; Talisman Energy UK; John WoodGroup; Aberdeen Asset Management;Technip UK; Aker Solutions; William Wilson;Craig Group
Main universitiesUniversity of Aberdeen,Robert Gordon University
Main hospitalsAberdeen Royal Infirmary,Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital,Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
Main rail stationsAberdeen Station, Guild Street,Aberdeen AB11 6LX
Main airportAberdeen International Airport
Local government HQMarischal College, Broad Street,Aberdeen, AB10 1AB
Name of Council leaderCllr Barney Crockett
Majority party on council Labour led coalition
Main inward investment authorityScottish Development International
Main visitor attractionsAberdeen Beach, Duthie Park,dolphin watching, Royal Aberdeen (golf),Maritime Museum
Tourist numbers1.62 million (Aberdeen City and Shire)
Hotel bedroom numbers3500
Occupancy rates77.4%
Main sports teamsAberdeen FC
Main festivalsAberdeen’s Summer Festival; AberdeenInternational Youth Festival; Jazz Festival;Taste of Grampian; Dance Live; SoundSpectra; Mayfest; Open Doors,Winter Festival
ContactGordon McIntosh Director of Enterprise Planning andInfrastructureAberdeen City Council Marischal CollegeBroad StreetAberdeen AB10 1ABT: 08456 080910www.aberdeencity.gov.ukwww.aberdeeninvestlivevisit.co.uk
DUNDEETotal population148,260
Number in employment60,100
% of working populationwith degree46.4%
% employed by sectorHuman health and social work activities,22.2%; wholesale and retail trade, 14.6%;education, 11.7%; professional, scientific,technical, administration and support, 8.6%;public administration and defence, 7.8%;manufacturing, 6.3%; construction, 4.5%;accommodation and food; 7.1%; transportand storage, 2.5%; information andcommunication, 3.9%; financial, insuranceand real estate, 3.3%; Other, 2%.
Average wage£ 516.30
% homeowners54%
% renters46%
Average house price£128,024
Average monthly rental£512
Main manufactureRubber and plastic products
Main technology industriesDigital media
Main service industriesHuman health and social work
Major employersDundee City Council; NHS Tayside;Tesco; DC Thomson; University of Dundee;Michelin Tyres; NCR Financial Solutions;BT; Tayside Contracts
Main universitiesUniversity of Dundee, University of Abertay
Main hospitalsNHS - Ninewells Hospital and MedicalSchool, private - BMI Fernbrae Hospital
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW DEMOGRAPHICS OFSCOTLAND’S CITIES
Main rail stationsDundee Railway Station
Main airportDundee; Edinburgh within 1 hour drive
Local government HQ50 North Lindsay Street, Dundee, DD1 1LS
Name of Council leaderCllr Ken Guild
Majority party on council SNP
Main inward investment authorityScottish Development International
Main visitor attractionsRRS Discovery; Scotland’s Jute MuseumVerdant Works (including High Mill extensionopening August 2015); Dundee ScienceCentre; The McManus - Dundee’s Art Galleryand Museum; Dundee Contemporary Arts;Camperdown Park and Wildlife Centre;HMS Unicorn; Broughty Ferry Castle;Mills Observatory; University of DundeeBotanic Gardens; Dundee Law; DundeeMuseum of Transport
Tourist numbers804,270
Hotel bedroom numbers1106
Occupancy rates66%
Main sports teamsFootball: Dundee United, Dundee; Rugby:Dundee HSFP; Ice Hockey: Dundee Stars
Main festivalsDundee Flower and Food Festival;Dundee Jazz Festival; Dundee LiteraryFestival; Dundee Science Festival;Discovery Film Festival; Dare ProtoPlayGames Festival; Dundee Women’s Festival;Dundee Mountain Film Festival; Oktoberfest;Neon Digital Arts Festival; Ignite Festival;Christmas Street Festival
ContactMike GallowayDirector of City DevelopmentDundee City CouncilT: +44 (0) 1382 433 610E: mike.galloway@dundeecity.gov.ukwww.dundee.comwww.locate-dundee.co.ukwww.dundeewaterfront.com
EDINBURGHTotal population487,500
Number in employment258,300
% of working populationwith degree42%
% employed by sectorPublic admin, education and health, 31%;financial and business services, 26%;distribution, hotels and restaurants, 18%;transport and communication, 9%;construction, 5%; manufacturing, 4%;energy and water, 1%; other services, 6%
Average wage£ 30,006 per annum
% homeowners58%
% renters41%
Average house price£220,957
Average monthly rental£833 (2-bed flat)
Main manufactureFood and drink; electronics
Main technology industriesSoftware; life sciences
Main service industriesHealth; education; financial services; tourism;professional services; creative industries
Major employersNHS Lothian; the City of Edinburgh Council;University of Edinburgh; Lloyds BankingGroup; Royal Bank of Scotland; Standard Life
Main universitiesUniversity of Edinburgh, Edinburgh NapierUniversity; Heriot-Watt University;Queen Margaret University
Main hospitalsRoyal Infirmary of Edinburgh; Royal Hospitalfor Sick Children; Western General Hospital
Main rail stationsEdinburgh Waverley; Haymarket
Main airportsEdinburgh International Airport
Local government HQCity Chambers, 253 High Street,Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
Name of Council leaderCllr Andrew Burns
Majority party on council Labour/SNP coalition
Main inward investment authorityEconomic Development,City of Edinburgh CouncilMain visitor attractionsNational Museum of Scotland;National Galleries; Edinburgh Castle
Tourist numbers3.4 million
Hotel bedroom numbers12,910 bed spaces
Occupancy rates80.5%
Main sports teamsHibernian Football Club; Heart of MidlothianFootball Club; Edinburgh Rugby
Main festivalsEdinburgh Festival Fringe; EdinburghInternational Festival; Royal EdinburghMilitary Tattoo; Science Festival; InternationalBook Festival; International Film Festival;Winter Festival
ContactElaine BallantyneHead of Investor SupportThe City of Edinburgh CouncilT: +44 (0) 131 469 3854E: [email protected]
GLASGOWTotal population595,550
Number in employment258,300
% of working populationwith degree41.6%
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PERTHTotal population147,800*
Number in employment76,800+
% of working populationwith degree43.5%*
% employed by sectorRetail, 15.4%; Public administration& defence, 11.5%; Utilities, 10.4%;Accommodation and Food Services, 8.6%;Education, 8.4%; Health, 6.5%;Transport and Storage (including Postal) 6%
Average wage£ 25,022 per annum*
% homeowners60%
% renters40%
Average house price£185,435*
Average monthly rental1 bedroom - £375/month;2 bedroom - £475/month;3 bedroom - £600/month
Main manufactureFood products; other non-metallic mineralproducts; fabricated metal products
Main technology industriesn/a
Main service industriesUtilities; accommodation and food services;transport and storage
Major employersPerth & Kinross Council; Perth RoyalInfirmary; Scottish and Southern Energy;Aviva; Perth College UHI
Main universitiesPerth College UHI
Main hospitalsPerth Royal Infirmary
Main rail stationsPerth Railway Station
Main airportPerth Airport at New Scone(private/business aircraft only)
Local government HQ2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PH
Name of Council leaderCllr Ian Miller
Majority party on council SNP
Main inward investment authorityPerth & Kinross Council
Main visitor attractionsPerth Museum and Art Gallery; Scone Palace;Fergusson Gallery; Stanley Mills;Huntingtower Castle; Branklyn Gardens;Black Watch Museum; Elcho Castle.
Tourist numbers1.9 million
Hotel bedroom numbers1103 bed spaces
Occupancy rates68%
Main sports teamsSt Johnstone FC
Main festivalsT in the Park; Rewind Festival; Perth Festivalof the Arts; Etape Caledonia; Blair CastleInternational Horse Trials & Country Fair;Scottish Game Fair; Perthshire AmberFestival; Perth Winter Festival
ContactDavid LittlejohnHead of Planning and Development,T: +44 (0) 1738 475 303E: [email protected]
* Perth City Region area data+ These figures exclude agriculture
STIRLINGTotal population91,260
Number in employment41,900
% of working populationwith degree33%
% employed by sectorPublic administration, education, health anddefence, 28%; retail, wholesale, hospitality,26%; manufacturing, construction andtransport, 18%; financial, insurance andproperty, 8%; business admin and support,8%; professional, scientific and technical,5%; arts, entertainment, recreation and otherservices, 4%; Utilities, agriculture forestry,fishing 1%.
Average wage£ 28,707 per annum
% homeowners66%
% renters31%
Average house price£197,690
Average monthly rental1 bed - £425, 2 bed - £525, 3 bed - £600,4 bed - £850, 5 bed £1000
Main manufactureFood and drink; glass insulation
Main technology industriesDigital technologies
Main service industriesTourism; retail; hospitality; financial andbusiness support
Major employersCapita; Cascade Technologies; DanielEurope; Dart Energy; Forth ElectricalHoldings; Falcon Food Service equipment;Graham’s Family Diary; NHS; StirlingCouncil; Ogilvie Homes; Prudential;Superglass Insulation
Main universitiesStirling University
Main hospitalsForth Valley Hospital
Main rail stationsStirling, Bridge of Allan, Dunblane
Main airportEdinburgh and Glasgow
Local government HQOld Viewforth, Pitt Terrace, Stirling FK8 2ET
Name of Council leaderCllr Johanna Boyd
Majority party on council Labour/Conservative partnership
Main inward investment authorityScottish Development International
Main visitor attractionsStirling Castle, National Wallace Monument,Bannockburn Heritage Centre
Tourist numbers3.8 million
Hotel bedroom numbers937 bed spaces
Occupancy rates76.7%
Main sports teamsStirling Rugby Club, Stirling Albion FC
Main festivalsSpirit of Stirling Whisky Festival;Strathyre Music Festival; Trossachs BeerFestival; Bloody Scotland – InternationalCrime Writing Festival; Stirling Fringe;Callander Jazz and Blues Festival
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% employed by sectorHealth 15.7%; business administration andsupport services 14.1%; retail 10%;education 7.8%; accommodation and foodservices 7.2%; professional, scientific andtechnical 7.2%; financial and insurance5.5%; public administration and defence5.3%; manufacturing 4.7%; arts,entertainment, recreation and other services4.7%; construction 4.0%; information andcommunication 3.7%; transport and storage(incl. postal) 3.2%; wholesale 2.3%; property2.1%; mining quarrying & utilities 1.3%;motor trades 1.3%
Average wage£ 27,477 per annum
% homeowners45.6%
% renters53.5%
Average house price£129,710
Average monthly rental£673
Main manufactureFood, beverage and tobacco; basic andfabricated metals, machinery, motor vehiclesand other transport equipment; computer,electronic and electrical equipment
Main technology industriesICT; shipbuilding/defence; energy
Main service industriesRetail; financial and business services;accommodation/food/beverage services;public administration and health
Major employersTesco Bank, BAE Systems, Thales, SSE,Jacobs Engineering, Weir Group, GlasgowCity Council, NHS, Santander, BarclaysWealth, JP Morgan, BNP Paribas, esure,ScottishPower, GlaxoSmithkline (GlasgowBioCorridor), BBC, STV.
Main universitiesUniversity of Glasgow, University ofStrathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University
Main hospitalsSouth Glasgow Hospitals Campus (includingSouth Glasgow University Hospital and RoyalHospital for Sick Children); Glasgow RoyalInfirmary; Gartnavel General Hospital;Stobhill Hospital
Main rail stationsGlasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street
Main airportsGlasgow International Airport, GlasgowPrestwick Airport
Local government HQCity Chambers, George Square, Glasgow
Name of Council leaderCllr Gordon Matheson, CBE
Majority party on council Labour
Main investment promotion authorityInvest Glasgow
Main visitor attractionsKelvingrove Art Gallery; Riverside Museum;Gallery of Modern Art; Glasgow BotanicGardens; People’s Palace; Centre forContemporary Arts; Glasgow Cathedral;The Burrell Collection; St Mungo Museum;Provand’s Lordship
Tourist numbers2.3 million visits
Hotel bedroom numbers9500
Occupancy rates87.3% (2014)
Main sports teamsFootball - Rangers, Celtic, Partick Thistle;Rugby - Glasgow Warriors
Main festivalsWest End Festival, Merchant City Festival
ContactAnne MurrayBusiness Relationship Manager,Glasgow City CouncilT: +44 (0)141 287 7218E: [email protected]
INVERNESSTotal population63,000
Number in employment31,800
% of working populationwith degree27%
% employed by sectorAgriculture forestry and fishing, 1.3%;mining and quarrying, 0.9%; manufacturing,5.1%; electricity, gas, steam and airconditioning, 0.7%; water supply, 0.8%;construction, 8.5%; wholesale and retail,18.2%; transport and storage, 5.8%;accommodation and food service, 7.6%;information and communication, 2.9%;financial and insurance, 1.6%; real estate,0.9%; professional, scientific and technical,4.2%; administrative and support services,4%; public administration and defence,7.9%; education, 6.6%; health and socialwork, 18.6%; other, 4.5%
Average wage£ 24,300 per annum
% homeowners66%
% renters31%
Average house price£159,500
Average monthly rental£610 pcm
Main manufactureMedical devices, food and drink,engineering/fabrication
Main technology industriesLife sciences
Main service industriesRetail, tourism, local government
Major employersHighland Council; NHS Highland;Lifescan Scotland; Global Energy Group;Orion Engineering
Main universitiesUniversity of the Highlands and Islands
Main hospitalsRaigmore Hospital
Main rail stationsInverness Railway Station
Main airportInverness Airport
Local government HQGlenurquhart Road, Inverness IV3 5NX
Name of Council leaderCllr Drew Hendry
Majority party on council Labour/SNP/Liberal coalition
Main inward investment authorityHighlands and Islands Enterprise
Main visitor attractionsUrquhart Castle, Loch Ness,Culloden Visitor Centre
Tourist days1,685,000
Hotel bedroom numbers1613
Occupancy rates66%
Main sports teamsInverness Caledonian FC
Main festivalsBelladrum Tartan Heart Festival
ContactStuart BlackDirector of Planning and DevelopmentHighland CouncilT: +44 (0) 1463 702251E: stuart.black@highland.gov.ukwww.invernesscampus.co.ukwww.iabp.co.uk
Inverness is here defined as the “Inverness andNairn” Scottish Parliament constituency unlessotherwise specified
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PERTHTotal population147,800*
Number in employment76,800+
% of working populationwith degree43.5%*
% employed by sectorRetail, 15.4%; Public administration& defence, 11.5%; Utilities, 10.4%;Accommodation and Food Services, 8.6%;Education, 8.4%; Health, 6.5%;Transport and Storage (including Postal) 6%
Average wage£ 25,022 per annum*
% homeowners60%
% renters40%
Average house price£185,435*
Average monthly rental1 bedroom - £375/month;2 bedroom - £475/month;3 bedroom - £600/month
Main manufactureFood products; other non-metallic mineralproducts; fabricated metal products
Main technology industriesn/a
Main service industriesUtilities; accommodation and food services;transport and storage
Major employersPerth & Kinross Council; Perth RoyalInfirmary; Scottish and Southern Energy;Aviva; Perth College UHI
Main universitiesPerth College UHI
Main hospitalsPerth Royal Infirmary
Main rail stationsPerth Railway Station
Main airportPerth Airport at New Scone(private/business aircraft only)
Local government HQ2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PH
Name of Council leaderCllr Ian Miller
Majority party on council SNP
Main inward investment authorityPerth & Kinross Council
Main visitor attractionsPerth Museum and Art Gallery; Scone Palace;Fergusson Gallery; Stanley Mills;Huntingtower Castle; Branklyn Gardens;Black Watch Museum; Elcho Castle.
Tourist numbers1.9 million
Hotel bedroom numbers1103 bed spaces
Occupancy rates68%
Main sports teamsSt Johnstone FC
Main festivalsT in the Park; Rewind Festival; Perth Festivalof the Arts; Etape Caledonia; Blair CastleInternational Horse Trials & Country Fair;Scottish Game Fair; Perthshire AmberFestival; Perth Winter Festival
ContactDavid LittlejohnHead of Planning and Development,T: +44 (0) 1738 475 303E: [email protected]
* Perth City Region area data+ These figures exclude agriculture
STIRLINGTotal population91,260
Number in employment41,900
% of working populationwith degree33%
% employed by sectorPublic administration, education, health anddefence, 28%; retail, wholesale, hospitality,26%; manufacturing, construction andtransport, 18%; financial, insurance andproperty, 8%; business admin and support,8%; professional, scientific and technical,5%; arts, entertainment, recreation and otherservices, 4%; Utilities, agriculture forestry,fishing 1%.
Average wage£ 28,707 per annum
% homeowners66%
% renters31%
Average house price£197,690
Average monthly rental1 bed - £425, 2 bed - £525, 3 bed - £600,4 bed - £850, 5 bed £1000
Main manufactureFood and drink; glass insulation
Main technology industriesDigital technologies
Main service industriesTourism; retail; hospitality; financial andbusiness support
Major employersCapita; Cascade Technologies; DanielEurope; Dart Energy; Forth ElectricalHoldings; Falcon Food Service equipment;Graham’s Family Diary; NHS; StirlingCouncil; Ogilvie Homes; Prudential;Superglass Insulation
Main universitiesStirling University
Main hospitalsForth Valley Hospital
Main rail stationsStirling, Bridge of Allan, Dunblane
Main airportEdinburgh and Glasgow
Local government HQOld Viewforth, Pitt Terrace, Stirling FK8 2ET
Name of Council leaderCllr Johanna Boyd
Majority party on council Labour/Conservative partnership
Main inward investment authorityScottish Development International
Main visitor attractionsStirling Castle, National Wallace Monument,Bannockburn Heritage Centre
Tourist numbers3.8 million
Hotel bedroom numbers937 bed spaces
Occupancy rates76.7%
Main sports teamsStirling Rugby Club, Stirling Albion FC
Main festivalsSpirit of Stirling Whisky Festival;Strathyre Music Festival; Trossachs BeerFestival; Bloody Scotland – InternationalCrime Writing Festival; Stirling Fringe;Callander Jazz and Blues Festival
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% employed by sectorHealth 15.7%; business administration andsupport services 14.1%; retail 10%;education 7.8%; accommodation and foodservices 7.2%; professional, scientific andtechnical 7.2%; financial and insurance5.5%; public administration and defence5.3%; manufacturing 4.7%; arts,entertainment, recreation and other services4.7%; construction 4.0%; information andcommunication 3.7%; transport and storage(incl. postal) 3.2%; wholesale 2.3%; property2.1%; mining quarrying & utilities 1.3%;motor trades 1.3%
Average wage£ 27,477 per annum
% homeowners45.6%
% renters53.5%
Average house price£129,710
Average monthly rental£673
Main manufactureFood, beverage and tobacco; basic andfabricated metals, machinery, motor vehiclesand other transport equipment; computer,electronic and electrical equipment
Main technology industriesICT; shipbuilding/defence; energy
Main service industriesRetail; financial and business services;accommodation/food/beverage services;public administration and health
Major employersTesco Bank, BAE Systems, Thales, SSE,Jacobs Engineering, Weir Group, GlasgowCity Council, NHS, Santander, BarclaysWealth, JP Morgan, BNP Paribas, esure,ScottishPower, GlaxoSmithkline (GlasgowBioCorridor), BBC, STV.
Main universitiesUniversity of Glasgow, University ofStrathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University
Main hospitalsSouth Glasgow Hospitals Campus (includingSouth Glasgow University Hospital and RoyalHospital for Sick Children); Glasgow RoyalInfirmary; Gartnavel General Hospital;Stobhill Hospital
Main rail stationsGlasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street
Main airportsGlasgow International Airport, GlasgowPrestwick Airport
Local government HQCity Chambers, George Square, Glasgow
Name of Council leaderCllr Gordon Matheson, CBE
Majority party on council Labour
Main investment promotion authorityInvest Glasgow
Main visitor attractionsKelvingrove Art Gallery; Riverside Museum;Gallery of Modern Art; Glasgow BotanicGardens; People’s Palace; Centre forContemporary Arts; Glasgow Cathedral;The Burrell Collection; St Mungo Museum;Provand’s Lordship
Tourist numbers2.3 million visits
Hotel bedroom numbers9500
Occupancy rates87.3% (2014)
Main sports teamsFootball - Rangers, Celtic, Partick Thistle;Rugby - Glasgow Warriors
Main festivalsWest End Festival, Merchant City Festival
ContactAnne MurrayBusiness Relationship Manager,Glasgow City CouncilT: +44 (0)141 287 7218E: [email protected]
INVERNESSTotal population63,000
Number in employment31,800
% of working populationwith degree27%
% employed by sectorAgriculture forestry and fishing, 1.3%;mining and quarrying, 0.9%; manufacturing,5.1%; electricity, gas, steam and airconditioning, 0.7%; water supply, 0.8%;construction, 8.5%; wholesale and retail,18.2%; transport and storage, 5.8%;accommodation and food service, 7.6%;information and communication, 2.9%;financial and insurance, 1.6%; real estate,0.9%; professional, scientific and technical,4.2%; administrative and support services,4%; public administration and defence,7.9%; education, 6.6%; health and socialwork, 18.6%; other, 4.5%
Average wage£ 24,300 per annum
% homeowners66%
% renters31%
Average house price£159,500
Average monthly rental£610 pcm
Main manufactureMedical devices, food and drink,engineering/fabrication
Main technology industriesLife sciences
Main service industriesRetail, tourism, local government
Major employersHighland Council; NHS Highland;Lifescan Scotland; Global Energy Group;Orion Engineering
Main universitiesUniversity of the Highlands and Islands
Main hospitalsRaigmore Hospital
Main rail stationsInverness Railway Station
Main airportInverness Airport
Local government HQGlenurquhart Road, Inverness IV3 5NX
Name of Council leaderCllr Drew Hendry
Majority party on council Labour/SNP/Liberal coalition
Main inward investment authorityHighlands and Islands Enterprise
Main visitor attractionsUrquhart Castle, Loch Ness,Culloden Visitor Centre
Tourist days1,685,000
Hotel bedroom numbers1613
Occupancy rates66%
Main sports teamsInverness Caledonian FC
Main festivalsBelladrum Tartan Heart Festival
ContactStuart BlackDirector of Planning and DevelopmentHighland CouncilT: +44 (0) 1463 702251E: stuart.black@highland.gov.ukwww.invernesscampus.co.ukwww.iabp.co.uk
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2015World Orienteering ChampionshipsThe HighlandsOrienteers from around the world willvisit the Scottish Highlands for the WorldChampionships, which will take placein some of Scotland’s most spectacularlocations.
World Gymnastics ChampionshipsThe SSE Hydro, GlasgowThe World’s top gymnasts will competein the state-of-the-art SSE Hydro arena inGlasgow, which also hosted the sportduring the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
IPC Swimming WorldChampionshipsTollcross International Swimming Centre,GlasgowFresh from hosting the swimmingcompetition during the CommonwealthGames, Tollcross will host Paralympicswimming’s most prestigious competitionjust a year out from the Rio 2016 Games.
Longines FEI EuropeanEventing ChampionshipsBlair Castle, PerthshireThe stunning Blair Castle is home to anannual horse trials meet but, this year,Europe’s elite will converge for theEuropean Championships.
The Turner PrizeTramway, GlasgowOne of art’s most prestigious accolades,The Turner Prize, will be presented inScotland for the first time in 2015.
The Open ChampionshipThe Old Course, St AndrewsReturning to the Home of Golf, the OpenChampionship will take place at the mostfamous golf course in the world this year.
The RICOH Women’s British OpenThe Ailsa Course, TurnberryThe world’s elite women golfers will visitthe South Ayrshire coast to compete for theprestigious Championship trophy.
Year of Food and DrinkThroughout ScotlandA year-long programme of events andactivity is planned for 2015 to celebrateScotland’s fantastic food and drinkoffering.
The Edinburgh FestivalsVarious, EdinburghThe annual Edinburgh Festivals areglobally renowned, attracting significantnumbers of visitors, particularly duringAugust. All year round there is somethingfor everyone.
2016The Open ChampionshipRoyal TroonSouth Ayrshire welcomes the OpenChampionship to Royal Troon where theworld’s greatest golfers will compete forthe Claret Jug.
The European CurlingChampionshipsBraehead ArenaEurope’s top curlers will compete inScotland in the first of four major eventssecured through to 2020.
Year of Innovation,Architecture and DesignThroughout ScotlandA year-long programme of events andactivity is planned to celebrate Scotland’sheritage and modern attributes in relationto architecture, engineering, renewables,fashion, textiles, science and more.
WHO AND WHAT TO KNOW FUTURE EVENTS Cultural and sporting attractions in Scotland in the coming years.
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2017World Badminton ChampionshipsEmirates Arena, GlasgowThe world’s top badminton players willconverge in the Emirates Arena, home tothe sport during the CommonwealthGames, for the World Championships.
The RICOH Women’s British Open Kingsbarns Links, St AndrewsThe famous course on the Fife coast willhost its first Major Championship as theworld’s best women golfers compete forthe title.
Year of History, Heritage andArchaeologyThroughout ScotlandA year that celebrates Scotland’s historicenvironment and past. With local, nationaland international reach, archaeologicalsites and visitor attractions are animportant part of Scotland’s ancestraltourism product, both for Scots andvisitors alike.
