By Colin Marr, Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce Earlier this week, Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop announced provisional dates for work on the A96 dualling. She said construction “could” start on the Inshes to Smithton A9/A96 link in 2028/29, and on the Nairn Bypass in 2029/30. Any progress is welcome, but it’s important to put […]
Employers and educators from across the Highlands have gathered to hear how a new initiative is aiming to transform the region’s economy. Workforce North – A Call to Action brought together business leaders and teachers from primary and secondary schools from across the Highland Council area with a wide range of partners geared towards education,
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A community garden in Cromarty, a woodland walk in Nigg and a community café in Alness are among the first recipients of grants from a new community fund launched by Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF). The Green Freeport Capacity Fund was established earlier this year to support community-focused organisations delivering social inclusion and
Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF) will today (26 September 2025) reach a historic milestone in establishing the Highlands a major international hub for the offshore wind and renewable energy sector. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) creating a formal framework for co-operation and responsibilities will be signed between ICFGF, the UK and Scottish governments,
Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF) has today (Tuesday, July 1) launched a new £20,000 fund to support charities and community organisations delivering social inclusion and environmental improvement projects in the Highlands. Applications are now open for the Green Freeport Capacity Fund, with applicants able to apply for up to £2,000. Groups applying for
The Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF) has announced the appointment of two highly experienced professionals to its team, further reinforcing its leadership as it drives forward investment and development opportunities in the region. Alison Wilson has been appointed to the newly created role of Investment and Development Manager, while offshore wind specialist Amy
Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF) has achieved another significant development milestone with the awarding of customs site status to Port of Nigg – a move that will solidify the north of Scotland’s position as a world-leading hub for the renewables sector. The designation – granted by HMRC after a stringent audit and verification
“If we get this right, I believe it’s going to make a fundamental difference to this region for generations to come.” – Inverness & Cromarty Firth Green Freeport’s CEO Calum MacPherson Ever since it was announced on 13 January 2023 that the consortium had been successful in its bid and awarded Green Freeport status by
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