Trade

Scottish salmon exports to India could deliver up to £130 million over the next decade in a major boost to the economy, according to Salmon Scotland. Producers are gearing up for a new drive into the market after last year’s UK-India trade deal promised to remove the tariffs that have he

Businesses in Scotland that export small parcels to the EU with a value below €150 (c. £130) per item face a €3 (c. £2.61) duty for each one from July. They are being urged by Azets to plan now for the changes, and model the impact on the bottom line.

Scottish salmon has solidified its position as the UK's premier food export, reaching a record valuation of £828 million in 2025. Growth of more than 18% was seen in Asian markets, with particularly strong demand in China and Vietnam, as Scottish salmon continues to be recognised globally for

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has reported a challenging 2025 for Scotland's whisky industry, with global exports dipping to £5.36 billion, a 0.6% decline in value and a 4.3% drop in volume. This equates to 1.3 billion bottles leaving Scotland, or roughly 43 per second.

A new report highlights the success of Scottish companies which attended the world expo in Japan, generating orders for sectors including offshore wind, gaming, health technology and consumer products. Business delegations to Scotland Day showcase events at Expo 2025 Osaka have reported £23 mi

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has welcomed the news that China has reduced import duty on Scottish whisky, as part of a package of measures which removes barriers between the UK and the world’s largest market. Described by PM Sir Keir Starmer as “the jewel in Scotland’s crown",

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes has commenced a four-day engagement in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), leading a delegation of businesses across clean energy, agri-tech, food and drink, and technology. Marking the return of 'Scotland Week UAE', taking place from 27 to 29 January 2026, the mission

The Scottish Government is advancing plans to re-establish a direct ferry route between Scotland and Europe, linking Rosyth to Dunkirk. Agriculture and Connectivity Minister Jim Fairlie has instructed officials to prepare a consultation on the new service.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport is flying high after sealing a major new deal with Beijing Capital Airlines, part of the HNA Aviation Group. The partnership will see a four-times-weekly Airbus A330 freighter take off between Prestwick and Zhengzhou, strengthening Scotland’s direct trade links with C

The chairman of The Indian Council of Scotland and United Kingdom has declared that India is "open for business" with Scotland, launching a major push to attract Indian talent and investment to the UK.

Targeted funding has delivered a significant increase in the number of trade missions involving Scottish exporters in 2025.  The Scottish Government has already approved 17 Scottish Chamber of Commerce missions to countries including the United States, China, Singapore, and Germany. This compar

Amanda Collinson discusses the necessity for Scotland’s food and drink sector to strategically pivot its export focus from the established, yet now tariff-laden, US market to the burgeoning and high-potential market of India. Scotland’s food and drink sector is rightly proud of its globa

Salmon farmers are preparing to tap into the lucrative Indian market in a move expected to deliver a massive boost for the Scottish economy. Producers are exploring new opportunities following agreement on a free trade deal that will slash tariffs on exports to the sub-continent.

The UK and EU have unveiled a significant new agreement, aiming to redefine their post-Brexit relationship across critical areas including trade, fishing rights, and defence.

Scotland is set to implement a new six-point export plan aimed at bolstering trade and assisting companies in navigating global challenges. Announced within the First Minister’s Programme for Government, a key element involves creating a dedicated US Export Plan to pinpoint promising American