HIE’s area manager for the Inner Moray Firth, Audrey MacIver, marks her first year in post by reflecting on the past year as she looks forward to the year ahead. In transitioning from my energy role to the Inner Moray Firth area manager, it is extremely exciting to witness some of the long talked about […]
New intercity trains are coming in the next few years and ScotRail are keen to work with the business community on setting priorities for a long-term rail future for our region. These were the main messages from a packed business meeting in Inverness earlier this week which heard from Scott Prentice, Strategy and Planning Director
Inverness Chamber of Commerce members gathered at the Glen Mhor Hotel & Apartments last week (Friday 25 April) for the Chamber’s Keynote Lunch, featuring a compelling and candid address from Steve Barron, Managing Director of Highland News and Media (HNM). Steve delivered a refreshingly honest perspective on HNM’s journey – charting its successes, challenges, pivotal
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Inverness Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Wilson as its new President, following the conclusion of Eunice McAdam’s term. Marc’s appointment was confirmed at today’s (25 April) Annual General Meeting. The Chamber is also delighted to welcome Hilary Clelland, Partner at Saffery, to the Board. Marc takes on the role
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Keeping up to date on the rapidly changing tariff announcements made by the US government is presenting a significant challenge to UK businesses with many wondering how to navigate the new rules. Whilst the new UK Export Finance package is welcomed, the British Chambers of Commerce are calling for continued support from the UK Government
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The latest Inside Stories event from Inverness Chamber of Commerce gave members a rare and fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of the Highlands’ most vibrant creative spaces, Inverness Creative Academy. This beautifully redeveloped site, a £6 million transformation of the former Midmills buildings, is now the Highlands’ first major creative hub. Operated by Wasps (Workshops
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We were delighted to host Colin Barker, Senior Trade Commissioner for Canada in the UK when he visited Inverness last week (4 April). Inverness Chamber of Commerce brought together a group of key representatives from businesses, industry trade bodies and enterprise agencies to discuss challenges, opportunities and shared learnings between Canada and Scotland in relation
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Inverness Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce New Start Highland as the official charity partner for this year’s Highland Business Dinner, headlined by Adrian Chiles, celebrated TV and radio presenter, columnist, and documentary host. The annual event, a highlight in the region’s business calendar, will also raise vital funds to support New Start Highland’s
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Scottish businesses keen to expand into international markets joined Inverness Chamber of Commerce in March for a pre-mission workshop on exporting to the Netherlands. Delivered in partnership with Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce and supported by the Scottish Government and Scottish Chambers of Commerce, the session provided key insights into the Dutch market, business culture, and
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The debate over the introduction of a visitor levy in the Highlands has sparked intense discussion across the business community, with a recent engagement forum hosted by Inverness Chamber of Commerce highlighting widespread concerns about the proposed scheme. With 58 attendees, including 10 Highland Councillors and representatives from various sectors, the event provided a critical
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