Tearoom launched for local residents in Angus
A local tearoom, bar and shop has opened in the Angus village of Inverkeilor after the business owner received support and advice from Business Gateway.
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Business Gateway ensures neigh problems for Orkney equestrian centre
Business Gateway support helped business access a New Business Start-up Grant and purchase vital equipment to help launch their business.
Confectionery wholesaler’s offering sweetened with revamped online platforms
A specialist wholesale company has overhauled its digital offering and enhanced its online presence by over 275%, after receiving support from Business Gateway and DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme.
Equestrian centre reins in new business
A unique equestrian carriage hire company has successfully enhanced its online presence and grown its following on social media platforms after receiving support from DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme, delivered by Business Gateway.
Local couple become King and Queen of the castle
Transformation of a ruined castle in Tayside is in progress, making it a prime location for guests, and offering the chance to indulge in a “glamp, wine and dine” experience.
Artists’ glass is full as bespoke studio and visitor centre opens to high demand
Following an extensive package of support from Business Gateway, including help securing over £100,000 in funding, a glass artist has hosted her first workshops in a bespoke studio and visitor centre.
Training provider launches world’s first ASME Offshore Wind Turbine Structural Inspection training course
A leading training provider has expanded its services and launched the world’s first ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) training course on wind turbine structural inspection, after receiving support from Business Gateway.
Catering business driven to expansion with funding support
Business Gateway support helped a mobile catering business access £4,500 and open its first shop, after the owners experienced phenomenal demand for their home-made and local products.
The perfect getaway lies in the Outer Hebrides
Following a variety of support from Business Gateway, self-catered Na Taighean Fiodh are fully booked in its first month of trading.
Tour guide operator puts itself on the virtual map
Following a variety of support from Business Gateway, Grampian Escapes and Tours successfully launched its own app and grew its commercial offering by 15%.
Vantastic start for furniture uplift business
An on-demand van and driver hire business that uplifts and delivers unwanted furniture to those in need, has successfully launched after receiving a package of start-up support from Business Gateway.
Growth for community farm with launch of online courses
A Shetland community farm that grows and distributes vegetables across the island has launched a series of online courses to encourage people to grow their own food and produce after accessing help from DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital training programme.