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easyJet flights take off from Glasgow to Lisbon
Scotland’s largest airline, easyJet, has launched its first flights from Glasgow Airport to Lisbon.
The inaugural flight from Glasgow to Lisbon took off yesterday morning, 29 March, and will now operate every Wednesday and Sunday, perfect for a getaway to...
GROW surpasses 100 employers as KPMG joins the programme
Glasgow Regional Opportunities for Work (GROW) has reached an important milestone, with KPMG becoming the 100th employer to take part in the programme. This moment reflects a growing movement of businesses across the Glasgow City Region choosing to play...
Growth Isn’t Accidental, It’s Engineered
As Glasgow celebrates its 850th year, there’s a natural focus on legacy. But for business owners, the more pressing question is what comes next, and how to grow with intent in an increasingly complex environment.
We consistently see the same...
“IT’S fast and furious!”
Speedway remains the most raw motorsport on the planet - and it’s on your doorstep just outside Glasgow city centre.
The hugely-successful Glasgow Tigers are embarking on another epic season of action at Ashfield Stadium.
No other motorsport in the world...
We’re going ‘All In’ for Glasgow 2026
If there’s one thing Glasgow knows how to do, it’s show up.
We’ve done it for COP26. We did it for the UCI Cycling World Championships and throughout last year’s 850th anniversary celebrations for our city. And now, we’re about...
Yattle hits 30,000 downloads as Barclays, Scotrail and Scottish Power signup to support young people get into work
The employer-led early career opportunities app, yattle, has surpassed 30,000 downloads by young people across Glasgow City Region, marking a significant milestone in efforts to improve access to work and tackle skills shortages in the city.
The landmark figure has...
Glasgow businesses shine at Bremen Space Expo
We had an inspiring few days with our partners at BremenInvest and the British Chamber of Commerce in Germany e.V. (BCCG) at Europe’s largest annual space sector expo in Bremen. The event brought together hundreds of exhibitors and thousands...
Glasgow Airport’s FlightPath Fund awards over £100,000 to community projects in 2025
£100,000 distributed to charities and community groups across the region
New Chair appointed as Bob Grant succeeds Archie Hunter
Glasgow Airport’s FlightPath Fund has awarded more than £100,000 to community groups and charities across Renfrewshire, Glasgow, and East and...
£1 million skills investment to power Glasgow’s next generation workforce
One of Scotland’s largest regional employability programmes has been officially launched following a £1 million skills investment by JPMorganChase.
Glasgow Regional Opportunities for Work (GROW) will be delivered by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce in partnership with DYW ( Developing the...
The Rise of GRID: Building new Industries for a Better Glasgow and a Better World
By Dr Susie Mitchell, Head of GRID, University of Glasgow
Tell us about GRID and its ambitions?
Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID), anchored by the University of Glasgow, is one of three innovation districts within the Glasgow City Region. Our founding partners are...
Building Bridges in Southeast Asia: Glasgow Chamber’s Trade Mission to Singapore
t’s been a remarkable week in Singapore as Glasgow Chamber of Commerce led a trade delegation for the second consecutive year of growth businesses to one of the world’s most vibrant business hubs. Hosted by our outstanding partners at...
Make your event unforgettable at 1599 at the Royal College
In the heart of Glasgow city centre, 1599 at the Royal College offers more than a venue – it delivers an experience your guests will never forget. From prestigious conferences and glittering award ceremonies to elegant dinners and private...
Scotland’s national opera company and the largest performing arts organisation in Scotland
Scottish Opera is Scotland’s national opera company and largest performing arts organisation. Based in Glasgow, we were founded in 1962 by Sir Alexander Gibson ‘to lay the treasures of opera at the feet of the people of Scotland’, and the 2025/26 Season,...
Give a Dog a Bone is a unique and award-winning charity, tackling loneliness for older adults – via animal companionship
We have two distinct projects which help us achieve our aims:
1. Financial support for those aged 60+ to adopt a rescue pet. It’s a WIN/WIN – the person gets a friend and the animal gets a home
2. Community Spaces...
Silverburn wins top award after incredible year
Silverburn, Scotland’s leading retail and leisure destination, has won The Glasgow Business Award for Best Performing Large Business. The award, sponsored by Virgin Money, tops an incredible year for Silverburn which opened a range of new stores including Zara,...
yattle app launches to connect young people in Glasgow with jobs and opportunities
A new app designed in collaboration with over 100 young people has launched today, aiming to transform how people at the start of their career journey engage with job opportunities across Glasgow.
yattle was developed by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce...
Celebrating 850 Years of Glasgow: The Journey to Burgh Status
This year marks a significant milestone in the rich history of Glasgow, as the city celebrates 850 years since it was granted burgh status in 1173. This pivotal moment not only shaped the town’s identity but also laid the...
Strathclyde Business School launches schools’ Glasgow 850 marketing competition
Strathclyde Business School’s Department of Marketing has launched a Marketing Competition for S5/6 pupils studying business in Glasgow secondary schools as part of the City of Glasgow’s celebrations to mark 850 years since it was established as a burgh...
Glasgow City Innovation District: A place to live, work, play, innovate
Glasgow City Innovation District (GCID) is a hub for enterprise, innovation, collaboration, and investment based within Glasgow’s City Centre. The District is home to innovative companies and organisations, who locate here to accelerate growth, improve productivity, and access world-class...
