Employment levels in Scotland drop further than in any other part of the UK, statistics show
Employment in Scotland has dropped further than any other part of the UK, official statistics indicate.
North of Scotland
Inquiry launched after pair hurt in North Sea rig fire
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is investigating after a fire involving oil broke out on a North Sea platform.
Highland firm Carbon Dynamic showing promising signs
A Highland businessman has said he is “encouraged” by levels of interest in the products of a modular building firm he re-launched after it went into administration last year.
Greenpeace leave ‘toxic waste’ sign as they quit Shell’s platform off Shetland
Climate activist group Greenpeace has halted its protest action at a Shell North Sea field, leaving a scrawl of “toxic waste” on the Brent Bravo platform.
Greenpeace activists will occupy two North Sea oil platforms for ‘as long as needed’ to get message across
Greenpeace said last night that protestors would occupy two North Sea oil platforms for “as long as needed” to get their message across.
Worker injured after fire breaks out on North Sea platform
A worker has been flown to hospital after a fire broke out on North Sea platform.
Distilling industry’s growth highlighted
Scotland’s largest independent accountancy and business advisory firm, Johnston Carmichael, has revealed new figures showing it advised on £17 million worth of investment in the distillery sector in the last financial year, helping to deliver three new distilleries.
Positivity helped lift company’s performance during oil slump
Each week, we ask small businesses key questions. Here we speak to Bill Aitken, managing director of Oldmeldrumbased Red Rooster Lifting.
Academics recognised for helping create economic boost
More than a dozen academics were recognised at an awards ceremony in Aberdeen for bringing conferences to the region, worth millions of pounds to the local economy.
Boats to trial technology tracking cod catches in ‘real time’
A pioneering collaboration between Scottish fishermen and scientists will use new technology to avoid unwanted catches of cod and whiting.
Access all areas is new mantra says agency boss
Scottish Enterprise boss Steve Dunlop has said he wants the economic development agencies to reach all businesses needing help anywhere in the country.
Subsea partnership set to give firms £21m boost
A host of companies from across the north and north-east are to benefit from a £21 million investment from a partnership between Scotland and Japan.
Tesco backs junior enterprise scheme
Budding young entrepreneurs across the north and north-east are getting a little extra help from Tesco, thanks to a funding tie-up between the UK’s largest retailer and Young Enterprise (YE) Scotland.
Access all areas is new mantra says agency boss
Scottish Enterprise boss Steve Dunlop has said he wants the economic development agencies to reach all businesses needing help anywhere in the country.
Cruise ships expected to dock in Aberdeen turned away due to delays in expansion project
Eleven huge cruise ships due to dock in Aberdeen next year have been turned away after port bosses admitted the £350million expansion project has been delayed.
Marine equipment firm targets fish farm growth
Marine equipment, technology and services firm Gael Force Group has set its sights on growth in the international fish farming industry after a year of acquisitions and product development.
Sir Ian Wood sees political will as crucial to cluster hope
North-east oil and gas doyen Sir Ian Wood says Aberdeen could be the energy capital of the world – but only if political leaders show more commitment to making it happen.
Sparrows fly higher after year of growth
Sparrows Offshore Group has reported a boost for renewable energy in “another year of stability and growth”.
Spirit school hopes to distil knowledge
North-east craft distiller Lost Loch Spirits is celebrating another milestone after launching a school for would-be rivals.
Pivotal time for Scottish fishing fleet, says chief
The woman now at the helm of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) has said the industry is at a “pivotal” point, with the looming Brexit deadline dictating the UK’s role in crunch end-of-year quota talks.
Unite members accept Diageo pay offer after strike suspended
About 500 Unite the Union members who work at Diageo operations across Scotland have accepted a revised pay offer by the drink giant.
BP upstream chief picked for top job at oil giant
Irishman Bernard Looney will take over the top job at BP when the energy giant’s current chief executive steps down next year.
Walkers ‘robust’ despite increases in butter price
The boss of the world’s most famous shortbread brand has said the business remains “robust” despite enduring two of the toughest years in its history as the price of its key ingredient soared.
Harbour trust sees rise in revenues and profits
Scrabster Harbour Trust has reported another successful trading year with record revenues and profits being achieved for the fifth consecutive year.
BeBrave… and inspire tomorrow’s businesses
Dozens of budding entrepreneurs descended on Pittodrie Stadium in Aberdeen yesterday for the first festival of its kind aimed at inspiring business leaders of tomorrow.
Brexit reassurance at P&J business briefing
The economy will not fall into recession in the case of a no-deal Brexit as businesses are well prepared to leave the EU, a leading economist said yesterday.
The end of an era for north-east entrepreneur
North-east entrepreneur Martin Gilbert said last night he was looking forward to more golfing, fishing and skiing after he retires from the front line of business next year.
North-east entrepreneur Martin Gilbert announces his retirement
North-east entrepreneur Martin Gilbert has announced his retirement.
Economic challenges in focus at Highland gathering
Delegates from organisations involved in tackling socio-economic challenges across Europe are visiting the Highlands.
Trump development could be opportunity for hydrogen heating
The potential to heat Donald Trump’s newly approved housing estate in Aberdeenshire with 100% hydrogen was discussed at an energy sector conference yesterday.
Cash splash to help Scots embrace digital skills
A total of £75,000 is up for grabs for digital skills projects across Scotland under a scheme aimed at inspiring young people to understand, create and use technology.
£5m contract to develop isles air traffic control
Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (Hial) has launched a drive to find contractors for work worth up to £5 million to develop its planned centralised air traffic control system.