Chamber News

Scottish businesses invited to tap into £500bn+ Swedish economy through trade mission to Stockholm

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is inviting Scottish businesses to explore new international opportunities in one of Europe’s most advanced and internationally connected economies through an in person trade mission to Stockholm, Sweden, taking place from 7 – 11 March 2027. Led by a joint partnership between Inverness Chamber of Commerce and Scottish Borders Chamber of

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Belladrum’s Dougie Brown to share the stories behind the Tartan Heart at Chamber Charity Christmas Lunch

Inverness Chamber of Commerce has announced Dougie Brown, Festival Producer of Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival, as the guest speaker at its annual Charity Christmas Lunch on Thursday 3 December at Ness Walk, Inverness. With more than 20 years’ experience across live music, festivals and artist management, Dougie will join Inverness Chamber Chief Executive, Colin Marr,

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International Trade Week 2026: Unlocking global opportunities for Highland businesses

International Trade Week returns from 9-13 November 2026, bringing together businesses, trade experts and government organisations to showcase the opportunities available through international trade. Led by the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST) and sponsored by Santander UK, the free programme offers businesses across the UK access to expert advice, market insights and

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Bringing the voice of Highland business closer to Government

By Sarah Findlay, International Trade Manager, Inverness Chamber of Commerce Last week, Richard Oppenheim, Director of the Diplomatic Advisory Hub, joined Inverness Chamber of Commerce for a two-day visit to the Highlands, meeting businesses and hearing first-hand about the opportunities and challenges facing our region. The Diplomatic Advisory Hub is a joint initiative between the

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PICTURE GALLERY: Relive the highlights of the Highland Business Awards 2026

The Highland Business Awards 2026 brought the region’s business community together at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness, for a memorable day celebrating the people and organisations helping shape the future of Highland business. From the excitement of the winners being announced to the big moments on stage, it was a fitting finale to Highland Business Week

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Serimax's Murdo MacAngus, commercial and operations development director, accepted the Highland Business of the Year and International Success awards on behalf of the business at the Highland Business Awards 2026

Highland businesses celebrate success as Serimax takes top prize

Businesses and individuals from across the Highlands came together at the Highland Business Awards to celebrate a year of achievement and ambition, with Serimax named Highland Business of the Year. More than 270 business leaders, finalists, sponsors and guests gathered at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness, on Friday 25 September for the culmination of Highland Business

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Highland social enterprise shortlisted for prestigious British Chambers of Commerce award

Highland BlindCraft, the Inverness-based organisation that creates custom beds, mattresses & headboards, has been shortlisted in the Future of Work Award category, which recognises businesses that are taking a proactive approach to building a skilled and diverse workforce. The category looks at how organisations recruit, retain and develop their people, while demonstrating that diversity and

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Highland Spotlight brings Highland business together for another record-breaking day

More than 400 delegates and over 70 exhibitors came together at The Drumossie Hotel on Tuesday 22 September for Highland Spotlight 2026, creating a vibrant day of conversations and opportunities as part of Highland Business Week. From the moment the doors opened, the exhibition floor was busy, with businesses from across the region showcasing their

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Highland businesses invited to shape Inverness Chamber’s next phase of advocacy

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses across the Highlands to have their say on the issues it should be campaigning on over the next 12 months, as it prepares to launch its 2026 Business Insights Survey. The annual survey, which follows the success of last year’s inaugural Business Insights Survey, provides the Chamber with

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