News

  • All
  • Chamber News
  • Member News
All
  • All
  • Chamber News
  • Member News

Scots Charity Harness Solar Energy To Serve Communities Across The Highlands

Renewable energy specialists, AES Solar has completed the installation of 250 Solar PV panels at ...
Read More →

Proposed wind farm could help power Tomatin Distillery

Leading independent renewable energy generator, Fred. Olsen Renewables has applied for permission to develop Balnespick ...
Read More →

Key Milestones Reached in Inverness Castle Transformation Project

The Inverness Castle Experience has reached two key milestones: the completion of glazing on the ...
Read More →

Mowi Plans to Breathe New Life Into Uninhabited Scottish Island With Multimillion Pound Investment

Mowi, Scotland’s largest aquaculture company, has announced its purchase of Sanda Island in Argyll and ...
Read More →

Bracewell Stirling Consulting Launches Enhanced Design and Master-Planning Service

Bracewell Stirling Consulting, one of Scotland’s longest-established architectural practices, has made a series of key ...
Read More →

Harper Macleod Named Scottish Firm of the Year at Prestigious UK Awards

Law firm Harper Macleod has been named the Scottish Firm of the Year 2025 at ...
Read More →

Inverness Chamber of Commerce to Host Highland Visitor Levy Engagement Forum

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is set to host a Highland Visitor Levy – Engagement Forum, ...
Read More →
Port of Nigg, which has been awarded custom site status as part of Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport. It paves the way for even great numbers of heavy engineering components, like these foundation jackets and turbine towers, to pass through the port.

New Custom Site Designation Strengthens Position of Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport as a World-leading Renewables Hub

Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF) has achieved another significant development milestone with the ...
Read More →

New Trustee Brings Experience and Expertise to Port Board

The Port of Inverness is delighted to announce that Russell Thomson has been co-opted as ...
Read More →

Highland Businesses and Council Leadership Unite To Foster Regional Growth

The public and private sectors must work together to drive economic success in the Highlands ...
Read More →

Clan-Alchemy Ltd: Our Experience of Sponsoring a Local Charity

In this Member’s Blog, hear from Clan-Alchemy about their experience sponsoring Highland Pride, and the ...
Read More →
Ron Taylor, Parklands’ MD, with Jaime McNab on the site of Parklands’ new Inverness care home.

Parklands Names New Manager For Flagship Inverness Care Home

Parklands Care Homes has appointed a care professional with two decades of experience in social ...
Read More →

New Chief Commercial Officer Roles Signals International Growth for Aurora Energy Services

Inverness-headquartered Aurora Energy Services Ltd (Aurora) has appointed contracts and procurement specialist Katie Jordan to ...
Read More →

Business Communities Call for Full Dualling of A96 in Letter to Scottish Government

Inverness Chamber of Commerce and Moray Chamber of Commerce have jointly written to Scottish Government ...
Read More →

Scottish Businesses Invited to Explore Dutch Export Opportunities

With Scotland’s exports to the Netherlands valued at nearly £7 billion, it’s clear that Dutch ...
Read More →

Wasps CEO Steps Down After a Decade of Creating Sustainable Workspaces for Scots Artists

The Chief Executive of Wasps, Scotland’s leading provider of studio facilities for artists and creatives, ...
Read More →

Kingsmills Hotel Unveils Stunning New Private Dining Spaces

The historic Kingsmills Hotel has completed a dramatic transformation of two private dining rooms, elevating ...
Read More →

Scotland Shines in Latest FDI Report

Scotland’s cities and sectors are emerging as key drivers of international investment, according to the ...
Read More →

Mikeysline welcomes new Communications Manager

Mikeysline has welcomed a new face at their Inverness hive hub. Former MFR Breakfast host ...
Read More →

New Start Highland Leader Named as a Big Issue Top 100 Changemaker

New Start Highland’s Chief Executive, James Dunbar, has been honoured as a Big Issue Changemaker for ...
Read More →
Parklands announces new partnerships with Mikeysline and Highland Hospice. Highland Hospice picture (left to right): Amanda Forbes (Highland Hospice), Donald Morrison (Parklands), Karen Duff (Highland Hospice), Debbie Young and Fiona Stoddart (Parklands).

Parklands Announces New Partnerships With Mikeysline and Highland Hospice

Parklands Care Homes has announced new partnerships with two much-loved local charities.  More than 20 ...
Read More →

Aurora North Launch New TRi Tool To Support Business Transformation And Change Management

Aurora North, the Highlands-based boutique consultancy, has launched a new diagnostic tool aimed at helping ...
Read More →

Inverness Chamber Invites Applications for 2025 Nominated Charities

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that applications are now open for charities ...
Read More →

Haventus Appointed by Cerulean Winds to Accelerate Opportunities for Floating Offshore Wind in Scotland

Haventus, owner of the under-construction Ardersier Energy Transition Facility, located near Inverness, Scotland, has been ...
Read More →

Sumitomo and Van Oord Consortium Secure Capacity Reservation Agreement with SSEN Transmission on the Planned Shetland 2 HVDC Link

Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. together with consortium partner Van Oord and in collaboration with client ...
Read More →

Torrish Restaurant Set to Become Inverness’ First Tasting Menu Restaurant with New Seasonal Experience

An exciting new tasting experience is set to tantalise diners’ taste buds in Inverness. From ...
Read More →

Jim Banks appointed Head of Group Customer Services at Albyn

Albyn Group has announced the promotion of Jim Banks to Head of Group Customer Services, ...
Read More →

Agilico Wins the Print IT Award for Environmental Excellence

Agilico is delighted to announce that is has won the 2024 Environmental Excellence Award at ...
Read More →

Simplify Exporting: Let Us Handle Your Customs Declarations with Ease

Navigating customs can be a complex and time-consuming process – especially for businesses in the ...
Read More →

Inverness Chamber of Commerce: 2024 Year In Review

As we kick off a new year, Inverness Chamber of Commerce reflects on 2024 – ...
Read More →

Norscot Becomes the Most Northerly Supplier of Origin’s Premium Aluminium Products in the UK

Norscot, a leading manufacturer of timber frame kit homes, windows, and door is delighted to ...
Read More →

Could You Be Part of The Story at The Inverness Castle Experience?

The Inverness Castle Experience is set to open its doors this year, as a world-class ...
Read More →

Albyn Announces Intention to Meet Highland Housing Challenge

One of the largest social housing providers in the Highlands, Albyn Housing Society, has announced ...
Read More →

Statement From The Four Highland Chambers of Commerce On The Proposed Visitor Levy

The four Highland Chambers of Commerce – Cairngorms Business Partnership, Caithness Chamber, Inverness Chamber and ...
Read More →

Views Sought on Plans for Inverness Campus Phase Two

People of Inverness and surrounding areas are being given the opportunity to help shape plans ...
Read More →

Stagecoach Grotto Bus Brings Festive Cheer to Highlands Children

Stagecoach has been visiting schools in the Highlands this week in a specially decorated grotto ...
Read More →

High Life Highland Seeks New Board Members

High Life Highland is seeking to appoint non executive directors to provide strategic direction, expert ...
Read More →

Inverness Chamber Backs Business with Membership Fee Freeze

In a significant move to support the local business community during challenging economic times, Inverness ...
Read More →

Harper Macleod Celebrates 20 Years in Highland Capital

This year Harper Macleod has been celebrating its 20th year of being in Inverness, which ...
Read More →

Guest Blog: Freeport Offers Numerous Tax Benefits for New and Expanding Businesses

Angus MacLeod, Partner & Head of Inverness Office at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM), ...
Read More →

Exclusive Seanchaidh Whisky launch: One day only at Victorian Market

Whisky lovers are in for a treat! On 12 December 2024, just 300 bottles of ...
Read More →

Festive Cheer and Inspiring Leadership: Highlights from the Inverness Chamber’s Christmas Charity Lunch

The enchanting Achnagairn Castle provided the perfect festive backdrop for the Inverness Chamber of Commerce’s ...
Read More →

Inverness Chamber Festive Opening Hours

The Inverness Chamber of Commerce office will be closed from 5pm on Friday 20 December ...
Read More →

Simpsons Garden Centre in Inverness raises £10K for Cash for Kids

Local award-winning business Simpsons raised £10,000 for Cash for Kids through its annual festive ladies ...
Read More →

Merger of leading Scottish-headquartered consultancies MABBETT & IKM creates ARTHIAN as company targets new sectors and larger projects, plans recruitment drive and opens two new offices

Glasgow-headquartered planning, design, environment, engineering and safety consultancy Mabbett & Associates Ltd (Mabbett) and Grangemouth-based ...
Read More →

Strengthening Connections: Inverness Chamber and Highland Third Sector Interface Unite to Support Community Growth

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is inviting its members in the Inner Moray Firth area to ...
Read More →

Commentary: On the Wrong Track – Time for ScotRail to Fast-Track Highland Services

Last month (November 2024) I attended a reception at Edinburgh Castle where we heard from ...
Read More →

Stronger Together – How Inverness Chamber Helps Highland Businesses Thrive

By Eilidh Alexander, Head of Membership, Inverness Chamber of Commerce In February of this year, ...
Read More →
Resident Kay Drought, Hector, and deputy manager Lucia Matheson at the launch of 'Tea and Tots' in Eilean Dubh, Fortrose.

Parklands shortlisted for Caring UK Award for Community Involvement

Parklands Care Homes has been named a finalist for the 2024 Caring UK Award for ...
Read More →
Team Eilean Dubh (including the grandchildren of some employees).

Fortrose Care Home Earns ‘Very Good’ Rating For Warm And Compassionate Care

A Highland care home has been rated ‘Very Good’ across all key areas in its ...
Read More →

Inverness Castle Experience ‘Journey Stone’ Backed By Global Energy Group

Visitors to the new Inverness Castle Experience will see a unique and symbolic wayfinding marker ...
Read More →
Highland Student Crowned Winner in Inverness Castle Experience Recipe Competition - In the middle, Cllr Ian Brown and competition winner Ally Franklin on each side classmates (L) Tom Richards and (R) Rowan Matthews

Highland Student Crowned Winner in Inverness Castle Experience Recipe Competition

The ‘Highland Hospitality’ competition invited students to create a dish that celebrated the spirit and ...
Read More →

Building Trade with Ireland: Insights from our Trade Mission

Last week we led a delegation of nine Scottish companies to Dublin for four days ...
Read More →

Parklands Launches Search for Charity Partners

Local charities have until the end of this month to pitch to become a partner ...
Read More →

Genny Hire Ltd Announced as Finalist for Prestigious AMPS Member Company of the Year Award 2024

Kintore-based power solutions specialist, Genny Hire Ltd, is thrilled to announce its selection as a ...
Read More →

Double Success for Macleod & MacCallum

Last week proved to be a double award-winning week for Macleod & MacCallum, the local ...
Read More →

Inverness Castle Experience unveils Seanchaidh – A Whisky That Tells a Highland Tale

Presenting Seanchaidh (shen-heh-kay), a bespoke Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky crafted by the Own Label ...
Read More →
For You Training is recognised at the Living Wage Awards 2024 - (l-r) Sharon Robertson; Sarah Ward; Ashley Ross; Sarah MacKenzie; Chris Guichot; and Taylor Anderson

For You Training is recognised at the Living Wage Awards 2024

This year’s Living Wage Scotland Awards took place on Wednesday 6 November at Rutherglen Town ...
Read More →

New Sponsor Announced for Ross County Women’s Team

Ross County Football Club is delighted to announce that Pat Munro Ltd, a prominent construction ...
Read More →
SSEN Transmission Community Benefit Fund's inaugral chair, Peter Peacock

Organisations Urged to Apply in Time for Share of £2m SSEN Transmission Community Benefit Fund

Organisations across the north of Scotland are being urged to apply for a share of ...
Read More →

Galileo Calls on Local Suppliers for 98MW Lynemore Wind Farm

Potential economic benefits from the Lynemore Wind Farm – situated approximately 2km Southwest of the ...
Read More →

Iconic 90s Anthems Take Over Inverness

Livin’ Joy, Dave Pearce, Ultrabeat, and Ian Van Dahl headline Inver90s at Inverness Ice Centre ...
Read More →

Inverness Underfloor Heating Company becomes Employee Owned

Optimum Underfloor Heating Ltd has recently moved to employee ownership via an Employee Ownership Trust ...
Read More →
Parklands’ operations director Elaine Taylor, resident Donald Macaskill and Urray House manager Debbie Young.

Urray House Celebrates 10 Years at the Heart of the Community

Urray House Care Home in Muir of Ord marked its 10th anniversary with a lively ...
Read More →

Highland Businesses Urge Caution on Taxation Ahead of Autumn Budget

Colin Marr, Chief Executive of Inverness Chamber of Commerce, voices his, and businesses across the ...
Read More →
Maree Todd MSP visited the new homes in Lairg, including meeting with resident Eilidh Matheson and Andrew Martin of Albyn Housing Association

Lairg MSP Visits Innovative New Social Housing in the Village

The MSP for Lairg, Maree Todd, visited the village recently to inspect new social housing ...
Read More →

Tomatin takes the Trophy at this year’s International Wine and Spirits Competition

Highland distillery Tomatin has added another award to its collection after its Legacy single malt was ...
Read More →

Your Local Army Cadets – How to Get Involved, HRFCA

Have you ever wondered what the Army Cadets are all about? Do you want to ...
Read More →

Caring Together: Parklands aims to joins forces with local charities

Local care provider Parklands Care Homes is to launch new charity partnerships to strengthen its ...
Read More →
A Real Pain

Eden Court’s 22nd Inverness Film Festival Announced

Friday 1 – Thursday 7 November 2024 The Inverness Film Festival (IFF) is returning with ...
Read More →

Highland Council Leader opens SSEN Transmission’s new net-zero offshore hub in Inverness

New office wing will have capacity for 100 team members to drive forward Pathway to ...
Read More →
Ness Walk - L-R: Grace MacLeod Operations Manager, Monica Mungui Front Office Supervisor, Tony Story CEO, Kevin Staines Hotel Manager, Scott Sturrock Bar Manager, Francesca Giorgi Rezzesi Restaurant Manager, Kevin Roy Pastry Chef and Craig Ewan, Operations Director.

Ness Walk named Best Hotel Experience at the Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

Ness Walk has been named as the Best Hotel Experience in the Highlands & Islands ...
Read More →
Parklands Care Homes - Pictured (left to right): Sandy Sutherland, Ewelina Wilson, Margaret Barr, Kate Walker, Danielle Andrews, Patsy Thomson, Linda Finlayson, Melanie Oliver, Shelley Agate.

‘Kind and Compassionate’ Care Home Praised By Inspectors

A ‘kind and compassionate’ Highland care home has been praised by the independent regulator for ...
Read More →

Highland Spotlight 2024: A Day of Connection and Insights

Highland Spotlight 2024 lit up the Drumossie Hotel, creating an amazing atmosphere buzzing with conversations ...
Read More →

Stronachs Strengths its Employment Team with Key Partner Promotion and New Recruits

LEADING independent law firm Stronachs LLP has enhanced its employment team with the announcement of ...
Read More →
Parklands Care Homes Pathways Fund - Cat Robertson of Craigellachie Primary School Parent Partnership with some of the school’s pupils.

Parklands Pathway Fund Reopens For Community Projects 

Parklands Care Homes has reopened its Pathway Fund, which is dedicated to helping community groups ...
Read More →
Highland Business Awards winner of the Highland Business of the Year, Pentland Ferries, represented by its Managing Director, Helen Inkster

Celebrating Success: 2024 Highland Business Awards Winners Announced

The Highland Business Awards winners were crowned today (Friday 27 September) in an inspiring celebration ...
Read More →

More on our Highland Business Awards Sponsor, Saffery

“I’m delighted that Saffery is sponsoring the Business Leader of the Year Award. As a ...
Read More →
Macleod & MacCallum Directors, Katrina Ashbolt, Gemma McClelland and Lindsay Bishop receiving the Award

Macleod & MacCallum Bring the Property Team of the Year Award Home to the Highlands

Macleod & MacCallum has been recognised at a national awards ceremony, winning the Property Team ...
Read More →

More on our Highland Business Award Sponsor, UHI

UHI: Celebrating Innovation and Leading the Way in Sustainability Alison Wilson, Director of Economic Development ...
Read More →

More on our Highland Business Awards Sponsor, RI Cruden

RI Cruden is proudly one of the largest mechanical, electrical and renewable organisations in the ...
Read More →

More on our Highland Business Awards Sponsor, Caithness Chamber of Commerce

By Trudy Morris, Chief Executive, Caithness Chamber of Commerce, sponsoring the Highland Business Award for ...
Read More →
Paula Nicol, Head of Events at Inverness Chamber at the 2022 Highland Business Awards with Chamber member guests

Highland Business Week: 10 Years of Connecting and Growing Together

By Paula Nicol, Head of Events & Deputy Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce As ...
Read More →

New Leader Brings Royal Expertise to Inverness Castle Experience

The Inverness Castle Experience is thrilled to announce the appointment of Garry Marsden as its ...
Read More →

Highland BlindCraft Announces Exciting New Projects and Award Nominations

Highland BlindCraft is thrilled to announce the launch of two innovative projects aimed at enhancing ...
Read More →

Parklands Care Homes Delivers Multi-million-pound Economic Boost

A new study has found that independent care provider Parklands Care Homes makes a multi-million-pound ...
Read More →

How to Make the Most out of Exhibiting at Highland Spotlight

Exhibiting at a trade show or exhibition is much like attending a job interview or ...
Read More →
Callum Beattie, Mikeysline Ambassador, mental health campaigner, singer and songwriter

“A message that means so much”: Callum Beattie Announces Presale of New Charity Single, ‘Something in My Eye’.

“Something in my Eye” is my new single and is all about mental health and ...
Read More →

Team Norscot Goes the Extra Mile in ‘Paws for a Cause’ Walking Challenge

In July, dedicated members of Team Norscot from its Inverness and Bower bases laced up ...
Read More →

Speed Networking at Inverness Botanic Gardens: A Morning of Connection and Inspiration

This week (on Tuesday 3 September) we hosted our latest event, combining the fast pace ...
Read More →
Colin Marr, Inverness Chamber of Commerce CEO

Commentary: Commitment To Growth

by Colin Marr, CEO, Inverness Chamber of Commerce In July we had a general election ...
Read More →

Highland BlindCraft Beds and Lucy Wagtail Interiors launch Eco-Friendly Design Collaboration

Fabric designer, Lucy Wagtail Interiors and Highland BlindCraft Beds have officially launched their exciting, new ...
Read More →

Highlands and Islands Museums Go Global on Smartify

Nine Museums from the Highlands and Islands Now Have their Digital Collections and Stories featured ...
Read More →

Highland Business Awards 2024 – Finalists Announced

The Highland Business Awards judging panel convened this week (Thursday 22 August) for an intensive ...
Read More →

Inverness Chamber leads trade delegation to Ireland

The Inverness Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce, is organising ...
Read More →
Sandie Gordon, founder of Candles from the Croft at Highland Spotlight 2023 as part of the Rising Stars Zone

“It Propelled me into the Highland Business Network,” says Rising Stars Alumni, Sandie Gordon

Sandie Gordon, Rising Stars Participant from 2023 tells us about her experience of taking part ...
Read More →

Caledonia Dallas and Nord Dallas Open in Scotland

A team of more than 40 insurance professionals and support staff have been welcomed into ...
Read More →

SHORE Secures Six-figure Deal and Announces Four National Listings in More Than 200 Stores

SHORE The Scottish Seaweed Co. (SHORE), part of the Aquascot group, celebrates a significant milestone ...
Read More →

Army Veteran from Inverness Rows for fellow Veterans

Erskine’s superstar rower, John Baillie, has begun yet another incredible challenge to raise funds for ...
Read More →

Norscot Receives Digital Innovation Fund Award

Norscot, a manufacturer of structural timber frame kits and fenestration systems since 1984, is excited ...
Read More →
Connecting Supporting Representing