Chamber News

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 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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How to make the most out of exhibiting at Highland Spotlight

Exhibiting at a trade show is much like attending a job interview or networking event – preparation is key if you want to maximise the benefits. The Highland Spotlight business-to-business exhibition returns on Tuesday 22 September at the Drumossie Hotel, offering an ideal opportunity to network, make new contacts, and raise awareness of your business.

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Comment: Why devolution shouldn’t stop at Edinburgh

By Colin Marr, Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce – published in the August 2026 edition of Executive Magazine, page 47. Whenever there is a new Prime Minister it’s easy to get caught up in the politics – but business tends to look at things rather differently. Most business owners are less interested in personalities than they

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Inverness Chamber unveils bold new brand for a new chapter in Highland business

Inverness Chamber of Commerce has unveiled a bold new brand identity designed to reflect the organisation it has become today – and its ambitions for the future of the Highland business community. Developed in collaboration with Chamber members and creative brand design partners Elastic Creative following a competitive tender process, the new brand represents a

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Highland Business Week 2026

Highland Business Week 2026 returns with fresh new look and exciting opportunities for Highland businesses

Highland Business Week is back this September with a fresh new look, an exciting programme of events and even more opportunities for businesses across the region to connect, collaborate and celebrate success. Delivered by Inverness Chamber of Commerce, Highland Business Week 2026 will take place from Monday 21 to Friday 25 September, bringing together businesses,

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2025: A Year of Progress, Stability and Strong Foundations

By Marc Wilson, Board President of Inverness Chamber of Commerce Supporting our members to connect, grow and be heard has been at the heart of everything we’ve achieved in 2025. It has been a year of strong delivery for Inverness Chamber of Commerce, with increased membership, a thriving events programme and expanded international activity –

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Inverness Chamber Strengthens Board with Four New Director Appointments

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of four new Directors to its Board, confirmed at its recent Annual General Meeting today (Friday 24 April). Helen Inkster, Victoria Leslie, Chris Hawkes and Lindsay McCallum join the Board, bringing a diverse and complementary range of skills, sector insight and leadership experience. While the

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Highlands must not continue to be overlooked in Scotland’s clean energy future, warns Inverness Chamber

Inverness and the Central Highlands must receive sustained investment from the next Scottish Government or Scotland risks missing a major opportunity to strengthen energy security, create jobs and deliver long-term economic growth. The call comes as Inverness Chamber today launches its Manifesto for the Scottish Parliament Election 2026, setting out a clear blueprint for unlocking

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