Scottish grandmother launches the UK’s only pre-measured baby formula scoops
A Scottish grandmother has launched the UK’s first and only pre-measured baby formula scoops after accessing support from Business Gateway.
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306 case studies
Family-run Inverclyde business provides training for local young people
A family-run Inverclyde business is hiring and training young people in the field of ground investigation, after the business owners accessed specialist advice from Business Gateway.
Former lawyer brings first keyless self-storage unit to Aberdeen
A former lawyer, and graduate of the University of Aberdeen, has launched his own self-storage business in Aberdeen, introducing keyless self-storage units to the city for the first time.
Former headteacher creates award-winning Scottish craft gin business
A former headteacher whose son registered her business on Companies House without her knowledge is now the creator of an award-winning Scottish craft gin.
Scottish drone business flying high with extensive services
A family-run business based in Lanarkshire has successfully expanded its services to offer the latest drone technology across the UK after its owners accessed support from Business Gateway.
Shetland’s first whisky distillery is set to open in 2024
Shetland is due to get its first ever whisky distillery in 2024 which will become Scotland's the most northerly distillery.
Orkney business sees increase in sales after appearing on James Martin’s Saturday Morning
An Orkney family business has enjoyed a dramatic increase in sales and social media followers, after one of its products appeared on James Martin’s Saturday Morning, which showcases recipes and products to a range of celebrity guests.
Business is blooming for the UK’s only fully electric-powered gardening business
The UK’s only fully electric-powered gardening business has been able to make new hires and grow its business operations after accessing support from Business Gateway.
Isle of Lewis photographer launches his own business
A self-taught photographer has launched his own business after accessing guidance and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.
Veterinary Ophthalmology is eye right
Julia Henken, a qualified veterinary surgeon and advanced practitioner in ophthalmology, has launched Eye Right Referrals.
Award-winning Scottish sculptor on track for six-figure turnover
An award-winning sculptor, whose products featured in the Barbie Movie, is exporting products internationally and is on track for a six-figure turnover after she accessed expert guidance and support from Business Gateway.
Scottish early years professional launches play and learn sessions
An Inverclyde family support worker has launched a range of play and learn sessions to encourage children’s positive early experiences after she accessed expert support from Business Gateway.