Jamieson’s family owners have their eyes fixed firmly on export growth
A Shetland wool company started five generations ago has been given a helping hand to grow international sales and create new jobs.
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North and north-east companies are the toast of the stock exchange
London Stock Exchange (LSE)’s new 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain report celebrates the achievements of 25 Scottish firms and more than half of them are in the north and north-east.
Shetland fishers say they’ll need ‘plenty of capacity’ factored into plans for lifeline ferry services
Shetland fishing chiefs have urged the Scottish Government to take growth in landings into account when it frames the next contract for lifeline ferry services to and from the islands.
Western Isles fishers are poised to hook loans worth more than £300k
Seven fishing skippers and first-time boat owners in the Outer Hebrides have been recommended for loans totalling more than £300,000.
Biomass heat specialist Highland Wood Energy is under new ownership
Biomass heat specialist Highland Wood Energy (HWEnergy) is under new ownership after London-listed Aggregated Micro Power (AMP) Holdings invested £500,000 in a majority stake.
Businesses urged to back plans to create north-east’s own NC500-style route
Businesses in and around Cairngorms National Park (CNP) are being urged to get to get behind the Snow Roads Scenic Route and follow in the footsteps of those reaping the rewards of the North Coast (NC500).
Nothing left for ordinary creditors of failed north construction giant
Administrators have revealed there is no cash left to pay creditors owed £3.5million after the collapse of north firm UBC Group more than five years ago.
New era for 155-year-old Highland firm Gordon Timber
A Highland timber supplier celebrated the opening of new headquarters yesterday, meaning new offices for about 90 workers as it focuses on “remaining a major player in the British sawmilling industry”.
Alness entrepreneur says small businesses should be given more respect and support
Each week, we ask small businesses key questions. Here we speak to Mike Scott, owner of Mike’s Filling Station in Alness
North and north-east firms land Co-op deals amid a ‘ginaissance’
North and north-east gin-makers are celebrating new deals which will see their drinks go on the shelves of Co-op food stores throughout Scotland.
Highland Fuels looks to the future in its 60th year
Highland Fuels has recruited younger blood to lead future growth at a business currently celebrating its 60th year.
Shetland mussel firm targets big boost in production
Shellfish firm Shetland Mussels aims to double production after a multimillion-pound finance package.
Flybe teams up with Eastern Airways in battle for north passengers
Regional airline Flybe will go head-to-head with Loganair on routes to Orkney, Shetland and the western isles after their long-standing franchise deal ends in the autumn.
Stronachs unveils new partners in Aberdeen and Inverness
Scottish law firm Stronachs has beefed up its senior team, with promotions in both Aberdeen and Inverness, in response to “positive growth” in the economy.
Whisky-maker Tomatin continues to focus on more profitable own brands
Tomatin Distillery Company’s growing focus on its own-label, higher margin whiskies has paid off in bigger profits.
HIE highlights vital support for nearly 1,700 jobs across the north
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) said yesterday investments during 2016/17 helped create or retain 1,688 full-time equivalent jobs.
Salmon firm’s earnings leap amid industry war on sea-lice
One of Scotland’s leading salmon producers has reported record earnings for the first quarter of 2017 despite industry-wide “biological challenges”.
Scottish creelers team up with conservationists in whale protection initiative
A Scottish project aimed at helping to stop whales and other marine animals getting tangled in fishing nets has been hailed as a winning partnership between fishers and conservationists.
Five Highland hotels snapped up by international chain
Global luxury hotel chain MGM Muthu Hotels (MMH) has entered the Scottish market through the acquisition of five Highland hotels.
Pupils get a taste of Scottish seafood in herring town
Caithness youngsters are getting to grips with examples of Scottish seafood at an educational roadshow taking place in Wick this week.
Scallop fishers on board with new conservation measures
The body that represents the largest number of scallop fishers in Scotland has welcomed new government measures to help protect King scallop stocks.
Banking giant aims to support another 5,000 firms like Hebridean Spa and Cairngorm Brewery
Lloyds Banking Group (LBG) has pledged to support another 5,000 first-time exporters, helping them to follow in the footsteps of north businesses Hebridean Spa and Cairngorm Brewery.
It’s a no show from the north and north-east in latest Queen’s Awards list
The 2017 Queen’s Award for Enterprise (QAE) winners were unveiled yesterday and there was not a single north or north-east firm among them.
Robertson Group to lead £750million construction framework in Scotland
Scottish construction giant Robertson Group has been appointed as lead contractor for up to £750million of work expected to be delivered under the Major Works Scotland (MWS) scheme.
EY axes audit and accounting team in Inverness
Professional services giant EY has confirmed it is closing its audit and accounting department in Inverness, which employed 35 people.
Highlander Donnie gave up his global travels to look after trees
Each week, we ask small businesses key questions.
‘Lone wolf” businesswoman Jenny Harper is in her element with Patch of Blue
Each week, we ask small businesses key questions. Here we speak to Jenny Harper, owner of Patch of Blue Studio in Cullen, Moray
Keir Construction Scotland plays key role in group-wide growth
Kier Group has said it is on track to complete the refurbishment of Aberdeen Music Hall by summer 2018 despite a major engineering challenge.
Brexit warning for north airports: Potential new routes under threat
Brexit uncertainty is threatening potential new routes for Aberdeen, Inverness and other UK airports, aviation industry chiefs have warned.
Nairn entrepreneur heading for the US after business pitch success
North entrepreneur Heather McDonald has won an all expenses trip to meet US investors in California next month.
Halkirk firm’s reputation is spreading across the north
Each week, we ask small businesses key questions.
New ice-cream parlour can help Mackie’s to build on progress in 2015/16
Mackie’s of Scotland said major contracts for its chocolate and a market shift towards premium ice-cream boosted sales during the year to May 31, 2016.