Tag: business news
Preparation underway at Fort Kinnaird to welcome back shoppers
Fort Kinnaird is preparing to welcome visitors back from next week, as the Scottish Government confirms that the country will move into the next stage of easing lockdown restrictions.
From 26th April, non-essential stores such...
Multiple awards for local Biopharma company
This week, Medannex Ltd (Edinburgh) received multiple awards in recognition of notable successes in several key areas. The late-stage biopharmaceutical company, developing novel treatments for cancers and autoimmune diseases, was declared the winner in...
Traveleads is ready to get back to business with new acquisition
Traveleads, an Edinburgh-based travel management company which is also based in Leeds, has bought over Omega Business Travel, moving to strengthen its place in the industry.
The company is part of the Global...
Salary guide shows a stark challenging future
The impact of Covid, Brexit and the climate emergency is accelerating deep and dramatic changes to the make-up of Scotland’s critical financial sector, according to a comprehensive report.
Financial services is a massive employer in...
First Made In UK Day takes place this month
Mauda is a womenswear brand primarily focussed on adaptive and universal design. Launched in January 2021, the brand operates from a micro-factory in Edinburgh.
In addition to Mauda's own collection designed and made in...
Bee company nurtures new talent for Scottish Apprenticeship Week
Two new apprentices have been appointed by Edinburgh’s Scottish Bee Company as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week (1st-5th March).
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2021 aims to share the value apprenticeships can bring to individuals, employers and...
Applications open for courses at Scotland’s life-changing college
One of Scotland’s smallest and friendliest colleges, Newbattle Abbey College, is now recruiting for courses starting in September 2021. All applications will be followed up with a face-to-face interview once restrictions have been relaxed.
Newbattle...
Fosters investing in new funeral fleet
Fosters Family Funeral Directors have announced they are investing a six figure sum in their funeral cars and a new hearse, while also expanding their services in Scotland.
The company is to spend £600,000...
GreatDrams wins Lloyds Bank Small Business of 2020 award
One of the Lloyds Bank Small Business of 2020 awards has been won by GreatDrams.
This is a wee company set up to introduce whisky drinkers to their next favourite dram, which has been creative...
Energy services company expands with Northern Ireland acquisition
REALISE ENERGY SERVICES acquires Northern Ireland O&M division of Optinergy Ltd cementing their position as major operator in the GB and Northern Ireland wind turbine service and maintenance sector.
In a deal which further enhances...
The office Christmas party on Zoom – what to do and what not to...
by Sarah Brooks, University of Sheffield
Whether you look forward to the Christmas party or see it as a seasonal obligation, that time of year is here again. Restrictions on social interactions mean that workplaces...
New hospitality consultancy offers help to capital businesses free for a year
"LET’S ALL PULL TOGETHER TO RECOVER"
Experienced Restaurant Manager launches Hospitality Consultancy which could help a business in the capital for free for up to a year.
With the Covid-19 pandemic affecting staff at every level...
AM Bid recovering from Covid-19 shock
AM Bid, Scotland's largest bid and tender specialist, is to focus on helping organisations win public sector contracts as it continues to bounce back from the effects of Covid-19.
Despite the challenges caused by the...
Rollo Developments open new HQ
Edinburgh building firm Rollo Developments has opened a new headquarters in the city as part of a £100,000 business development plan.
The company, which specialises in high-end residential properties in Edinburgh and the Lothians, was...
JLL make three new appointments in Edinburgh
JLL, Scotland’s leading property consultancy, has promoted two members of staff from its Edinburgh office to Associate and another to Senior Surveyor.
All three newly promoted staff joined JLL through its graduate employment scheme and...
Edinburgh company a finalist in MSDUK Innovation Challenge
Edinburgh based Waterwhelm has been shortlisted in the MSDUK Innovation Challenge. The company has developed a self-powered technology for producing freshwater from wastewater.
At the same time it also produces biofuel on large scale...
Hutchinson Networks sold by administrators
The joint administrators of Hutchinson Networks Ltd (HNL), Blair Nimmo and Alistair McAlinden from KPMG, have secured the sale of the business to PlanNet21 Communications Ltd.
Edinburgh-based Hutchinson Networks was placed into administration on 13...
FarrPoint delivers interactive fibre broadband mapping tool
Edinburgh-based IT company FarrPoint has developed a comprehensive interactive broadband mapping tool for Nottinghamshire County Council, which is the first of its kind in the UK.
The When and Where interactive map will provide local...
New partner at Thorntons appointed today
Legal firm Thorntons is expanding its senior team with the appointment of Andrew Kirkhope.
A specialist in residential conveyancing and estate agency, Mr Kirkhope has over 30 years experience with 25 of those spent at...
Business news – get some practical advice about GDPR
Tired of worrying about GDPR? Take this opportunity to learn what you can do to protect your business.
Thorntons Solicitors are organising an event in Edinburgh to offer practical guidance to businesses and public authorities...
Appointedd strike their biggest deal yet
Appointedd have just announced a deal, their biggest yet, with the Live Receptionist part of Alliance Business Centers Network (ABCN).
The Edinburgh company will apply their systems to the online appointment setting and the companies...
Ahoy there for your next staff incentive session!
A businessman and yacht Captain whose father used to build yachts in Fife is targeting Edinburgh firms with his unique performance boosting and staff incentive sessions on board Lord Jim, a 24 metre steel ocean...
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