Inverness Chamber of Commerce

Get Ready to Network, Learn and Celebrate – Be Part of Highland Business Week 2025

The most anticipated week in the Highland business calendar is returning this September – and it’s one you won’t want to miss. Delivered by Inverness Chamber of Commerce, Highland Business Week 2025 will take place from Monday 22 to Friday 26 September, offering a dynamic programme of events that bring the region’s business community together […]

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WJM supports next generation of talent in Gaelic enterprise

A programme to help Gaelic entrepreneurs grow, thrive and lead has been backed by leading law firm Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM). It has pledged financial support to the Gaelic Business Accelerator Programme – Cruthachadh Chothroman – run by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) to nurture talented individuals, organisations and social enterprises. In addition,

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Muckle Media wins big at the 2025 PRCA DARE Awards Scotland 

We’re still riding high after taking home five golds at last week’s PRCA DARE Awards Scotland. From purpose-driven projects to powerful storytelling, it was a night that recognised bold thinking, big ideas and the brilliant people behind them.  Rising Star of the Year – Olivia Messina  A standout moment was our very own Olivia Messina being named Rising Star of

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Chamber CEO Presents to Royal Bank of Scotland’s Scotland Board During Inverness Visit

Inverness Chamber of Commerce was delighted to take part in Royal Bank of Scotland’s ‘Scotland Board on the Road’ visit to the Highlands this week. Chamber Chief Executive Colin Marr had the opportunity to present directly to the Scotland Board, offering a comprehensive overview of the region’s economic landscape, business environment, and future opportunities. During

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Business Breakfast with HIAL Highlights Opportunities for Growth and Connectivity

Inverness Chamber of Commerce members enjoyed an insightful Business Breakfast this week with guest speakers Paul Kelsall, Chief Executive of Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL), and Graeme Bell, General Manager of Inverness Airport. Held at the Kingsmills Hotel, the event attracted over 50 delegates and offered a unique opportunity to hear directly from the

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DRIFT Offshore Strikes Subsea Training Partnership with UHI North, West and Hebrides

Subsea resourcing and training specialist DRIFT Offshore, which provides people and expert support services for projects internationally, has entered into a new partnership agreement with UHI North, West and Hebrides, to help tackle the global skills shortage in the subsea industry. DRIFT Offshore has established formal links with the UHI partner to develop and deliver

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Sneckie Soccer Success Story Reaches Out To Chamber of Commerce Members

Scott Dowling (Joint-Managing Director of Cairngorm Group) is a member of the Sneckie Soccer Fives Team and is calling on Chamber members to support the incredible efforts of a group of footballing mates who’ve raised £123,000 for CHAS (Children’s Hospices around Scotland) – all funds raised go towards helping Highland families. Donations can be made

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Inward Investment Support Boosted by £100,000 for Business – Academic Collaborations  

Another round of funding of £100,000 has been announced by the Scottish Government and innovation support organisation Interface to encourage businesses outwith Scotland to collaborate/partner with academics, bringing in knowledge, skills and potential jobs. The Scottish Inward Investment Fund awards up to £10,000 for projects focussed on one of nine key investment areas including net

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Aurora Energy Services acquire Encomara. Image left to right: Ian Cobban, Ian Donald, Doug Duguid and Malcolm Bowie.

Aurora Energy Services Acquire Encomara

Inverness-headquartered Aurora Energy Services (Aurora) has acquired Encomara, a specialist in floating wind deployment systems and subsea engineering, and will provide significant investment to support the roll-out of its flagship mooring connection technology. The acquisition brings into the Aurora fold Encomara’s innovative SQUID system – a proprietary quick-connect system that integrates pre-installed mooring and electrical

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