Two of MAKAR’s pioneering and affordable timber-rich homes have been commissioned by the Lismore Community Trust, who have welcomed this innovative approach to sustainable housing for the island. These semi-detached homes are highly energy efficient, built from natural locally sourced materials, and will avoid the use of toxic chemicals. Constructed off-site with a unique natural panel […]
Another round of funding of £100,000 has been announced by the Scottish Government and innovation support organisation Interface to encourage businesses outwith Scotland to collaborate/partner with academics, bringing in knowledge, skills and potential jobs. The Scottish Inward Investment Fund awards up to £10,000 for projects focussed on one of nine key investment areas including net
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Inverness-headquartered Aurora Energy Services (Aurora) has acquired Encomara, a specialist in floating wind deployment systems and subsea engineering, and will provide significant investment to support the roll-out of its flagship mooring connection technology. The acquisition brings into the Aurora fold Encomara’s innovative SQUID system – a proprietary quick-connect system that integrates pre-installed mooring and electrical
Two Inverness Chamber members, Marr Communications and DP Digital Media, have teamed up to create an organ donation awareness campaign for NHS Highland. Scotland has an opt-out system, but donor numbers are falling as the number of families consenting to donation is rising. The multi-media campaign, with a strapline ‘Hope out of Tragedy’, launches today,
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This week (20-22 May), Inverness Chamber of Commerce led a trade mission to the Netherlands, accompanied by a dynamic group of Scottish companies united by a shared ambition: to explore new business opportunities and partnerships between our two nations. The programme offered a rich blend of workshops, networking events, and cultural experiences designed to give
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Parkland’s Eilean Dubh Care Home in Fortrose has officially opened a new picture house, Chanonry View, offering residents a dedicated space to enjoy films, performances, and digital storytelling. The project was made possible thanks to the expertise of Andrew and Rodger Dowsett, whose mother Lilah – a resident at Eilean Dubh – formally opened the cinema
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When a Highland family received the devastating news that their young daughter Sophie had been diagnosed with a rare, life-limiting illness, local businesses – led by McInnes Group, a trusted Highland firm specialising in plumbing, heating, and renewable energy – rallied together in an extraordinary act of community support. Sophie, who will turn two this
SSEN Transmission has today announced it is no longer proceeding with Coachford substation to the south of Keith, part of the Beauly-Peterhead 400kV project. The decision follows extensive site surveys, including ground condition investigations, which have identified engineering and construction challenges with the previously proposed substation site. Despite finding unanticipated challenges at the Coachford substation location,
Inverness Chamber of Commerce welcomed 300 guests to its flagship Highland Business Dinner on Friday 16 May at the Drumossie Hotel – celebrating another landmark year for business in the Highlands. The annual dinner is a highlight of the Chamber calendar, bringing together leaders and decision-makers from across the region for an evening of connection,
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Parklands Care Homes has announced plans to expand care capacity at Eilean Dubh care home in Fortrose in response to growing demand for places. The home, which opened in 2021 and was recently graded 5 (very good) by the Care Inspectorate, currently has an extensive waiting list. To help meet local demand, Parklands has submitted
