What our Food & Drink sector needs from the UK Government
Scotland’s food and drink industry stands as a pillar of the nation’s economy, celebrated worldwide for its rich heritage and exceptional quality. From renowned Scotch whisky to premium seafood to artisanal cheeses, Scotland’s offerings...
Tourism and events: the summer outlook
As we look ahead to the busy summer period; Scotland’s tourism and events industry has much to celebrate and be proud of. Our 2023 Visitor Survey found that visitors are overwhelmingly positive about their...
From Shetland and Orkney to the world via Heathrow
Fancy flying from Orkney to Orlando or Shetland to Shanghai? Some of Scotland’s most remote communities recently celebrated a year of Loganair’s expanded operations at Heathrow, making these destinations much closer than you would...
How the miner’s strikes of the 70s inspired Scottish climate tech company, IES
Headquartered in Glasgow, global climate tech firm, IES, is an innovator in sustainable performance analytics for the built environment, offering building simulation technology and consulting services across 13 countries. The company has the largest...
Innovative AI ‘can be a force for good in Scotland’
The power of Responsible AI and why it can be a force for positive innovation to improve everyday lives in Scotland was a recurring theme at CGI’s flagship annual event at St Andrews.
The primary...
More young Scots engineering their future through apprenticeships
Thanks to Scotland’s employers, almost 25,500 people are getting the chance to work, learn and earn through Modern Apprenticeships.
The latest annual Modern Apprenticeship (MA) statistics, released by Skills Development Scotland, show that more young...
Flexibility: key benefit to studying part-time
You don’t need to give up your career – and your salary – to study a new, potentially life-changing programme: instead, you can combine work and study to ensure you get the qualification you...
Scotland’s Strategic Drive towards Renewable Energy and Digital Innovation in Education
The Scottish economy, like many globally, faces immediate challenges around sustainability and the integration of AI and data analytics across sectors. These challenges are not standalone but deeply intertwined with the nation’s strategic shift...
Strathclyde Business School: exporting a Strathclyde education
Strathclyde Business School (SBS) pioneered the first one year MBA in the UK back in 1966 and the first part time MBA in the UK in 1976. This pioneering spirit saw the Business School...
Flying Towards a Greener Future: The Vital Role of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Scotland
The development of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market in the UK promises to significantly reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector and protect the benefits of flying. Heathrow Airport, alongside the wider aviation...