Highlands And Islands Enterprise

The financial year has gotten off to a good start for the Highlands and Islands region and has a promising outlook for inward investment. Vicky Grant, the Highlands and Islands Enterprise’s (HIE) head of international trade and investment, highlighted in her recent blog that this year has alre

Shetland's only commercial woollen mill, Jamieson’s Spinning, located in Sandness, has experienced overwhelming success with its recently purchased Shima Seiki knitting machine, prompting the acquisition of another to meet soaring international demand for its 'Made in Shetland' products. The f

Twenty-six entrepreneurs from the Highlands and Islands have embarked on the final edition of the Pathfinder Accelerator, a four-month programme led by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), aimed at expediting their journey to business success. The programme provides intensive support for business

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), in partnership with Shetland Islands Council (SIC), has the extension of the Shetland business start-up grant scheme until 31 March 2025. Grants of up to £4,000 for up to 100% of eligible costs are available for successful applicants including individual

Fort William-based Highland Soap Company (HSC) is poised to significantly scale its operations after securing a £51,400 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). This funding forms part of a larger £205,600 expansion project that will substantially boost both the firm's man

Young entrepreneurs from the Highlands and Islands have become the latest additions to IMPACT30, a fully-funded year-long business growth programme. Run by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) and delivered by Skillfluence, the programme targets entrepreneurs aged 35 and under in key decision-maki

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has revealed its new five-year strategy aimed at transform the Highlands and Islands into a greener, more equitable, and resilient region.

Scottish Development International (SDI) has revealed a notable surge in Scotland’s export figures, showcasing the country’s robust global appeal in spite of recent economic headwinds.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has revealed that businesses and communities supported by the agency in 2022/23 are set to create or retain more than 1,400 jobs across the region over the next three years, including 159 in fragile areas. HIE surpassed almost all of its set targets for the yea

A project by Ness Engineering Ltd to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly services for its clients has secured up to £86,625 from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).

A community initiative to support local business in the Isle of Mull has obtained a grant of up to £250,000 from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). The project, with a total value just shy of £1 million, is being led by the Mull and Iona Community Trust (MICT), with additional backi

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has established a new fund to boost innovation in businesses and social enterprises in Argyll and Bute. HIE set up the Shared Prosperity Fund Argyll Programme after securing £280,000 in funding through Argyll and Bute Council's allocation from the UK Shar

Moray-based LH Stainless Ltd (LHS), a processing equipment manufacturer for the distilling industry, has secured an investment of up to £149,000 from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), facilitating an ambitious £745,000 expansion project.

A community-led project to create new business units on the Island of Tiree in Argyll has secured up to £395,000 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). The £1.19 million project, by Tiree Community Enterprise Limited, is expected to result in the creation of three new jo

Scottish timber company Logie Timber, based in Moray, has secured a £240,000 investment that is projected to create four new jobs and bolster the firm's turnover by over £320,000.