Why we must seize the opportunity of a green strategy
Representatives of Scotland’s world-class offshore industry gathered at the 50th Offshore Europe conference in Aberdeen recently to collaborate on accelerating the transition to a sustainable energy future. They met at…
Token gesture or fundamental change?
In a world where cash may soon be a distant memory the digital pound could be in your virtual pocket by 2025. No small change Many central banks are considering options for the…
New orbits of influence for Van Der Berg
The CEO of digital display company Pufferfish has transformed the business prospects of the Edinburgh start-up since arriving in 2022 It’s difficult not to appreciate the wow factor when you step…
Soft landing for economy in prospect
Energy prices offer respite for households but recession risk remains and food inflation remains high There has been some respite this quarter for households as energy prices in the UK,…
Shining excellence on regional excellence
The SCDI Highlands and Islands Business Excellence Awards is an annual highlight in the region’s business events calendar. Senior leaders from business are joined by politicians and officials from national…
New name, same purpose
In common with small countries around the world, Scotland faces many challenges which call for bold, collective action. The Scottish Council for Development and Industry’s (SCDI) annual Forum that took…
City with no limits
There are still first-time visitors to Aberdeen who step out of the railway station and expect to be greeted by a forest of smokestacks and oil pumps. This misguided belief…
Optimism among businesses despite soaring prices
Despite previous predictions the UK is expected to avoid a recession this year although inflation rates have reached levels markedly higher than forecast, suggesting that the short-term outlook remains unpredictable….
An opportunity to unlock economic and trade benefits
With news of a proposed solution to replace the Northern Ireland Protocol in the shape of the proposed Windsor Agreement, one of the barriers to trade for Scottish exporters could be…
New energy the key to a culture of change
Burness Paull managing partner Tamar Tammes’ leadership strategy is to unlock talent to achieve business success leading to more work. A similar virtuous circle has allowed her own career to…
