Tech sector ‘a real hotspot’ in deals market
Scottish activity slowing but real estate also showing ‘positive signs of recovery’ Although latest figures point to a slowing down of activity in Scotland’s deals market, there are grounds for...
Why identity verification matters for business
The UK’s Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) marks a significant shift in corporate governance. From 18 November 2025, identity verification (IDV) will become mandatory for all individual...
Taking stock of the renewables landscape
Leading law firm reflects on two years of changes and examines their impact on developers Our annual Renewable Energy Seminar is set to take place this year on 6 November....
EY’s study reveals importance of preparing for a vital sale
EY has published this year’s Private Equity Exit Readiness study, offering deep insights into how private equity (PE) firms are preparing for exits in today’s uncertain economic environment. The study, based...
The Big Interview: The man who made Edinburgh take off
When Gordon Dewar took over, Edinburgh Airport was on a par with Glasgow. It is now way ahead and established as Scotland’s gateway to the world. How did he achieve...
Craneware agrees to £75m refinance package
Craneware – a leader in healthcare financial performance solutions – has refinanced its balance sheet with £75m banking facilities allowing it to press on with its plan for growth.The Edinburgh-headquartered...
Good vibrations as Reactec secured in Ideagen deal
Edinburgh-based Reactec — a spin-out from University of Edinburgh in 2001 specialising in wrist-watch style monitoring of work-place vibration — has been sold to Ideagen in a multi-million pound deal.Ideagen,...
Higgins joins accountancy group eyeing £50m growth
Benny Higgins, the art-loving former boss of Tesco Bank, has joined Wbg, the independent specialist full-service accountancy firms, as its new chairman.Higgins, who is currently chairman of Glasgow-based investment firm...
Mitsui’s port deal with Roy MacGregor’s GEG
Global Energy Group, created by Highland entrepreneur Roy MacGregor, has agreed the sale of three group companies, including the Port of Nigg, to long term Japanese investor, Mitsui.The acquisition by...
Glasgow fibre deal delivers £35m uplift for Commsworld
A five-year £35m deal with Glasgow City Council has helped Edinburgh-based Commsworld turn in a robust performance for 2024.The Edinburgh-headquartered telecoms services provider increased turnover from £36.5m in 2023 to...