Business
Former Estonian soldier launches Dundee stock market start-up
A FORMER member of the Estonian army is training his sights on the Stock Market as he launches a new business based in Dundee. Stock Doctor is the brainchild of Tallinn-born Vladimir Zabnin, who served as a leader in the Estonian Defence Forces’ artillery battalion before graduating from the University of Dundee and making his […]
Campervan firm deemed tax responsible for fourth year running
Scottish company was the first automotive business to achieve esteemed accreditation A CAMPERVAN conversion specialist has received an esteemed certification recognising its responsible tax performance for the fourth year in a row. Jerba Campervans was the first automotive business to have been awarded the renowned Fair Tax Mark accreditation in 2020, and continues to showcase […]
Top Scots law firm names new head of corporate division
SCOTS law firm Gilson Gray has named Findlay Anderson as the new head of its corporate division. Findlay joined Gilson Gray in May 2023 as a partner, bringing two decades of experience in senior leadership roles across a range of multinational corporates including Baker Hughes and GE Oil and Gas, as well as previously being […]
Scottish businesses celebrate success at awards night
SCOTS businesses were recognised for their high-growth potential at the 22nd round of the Scottish EDGE Awards in Glasgow last night. The awards were attended by Simon Hannah in his first official engagement as Chair of the organisation, and Mark Scott, CEO of pet wellness brand Bella & Duke. This year also saw the introduction […]
Scots uni to co-host world-famous Christmas science lectures
SCOTS science lovers will be able to experience the magic of the world’s longest-running science lecture series live this year. Filmed in front of an audience at the Ri’s famous Farady Theatre, the livestreams will take place in the university’s Kings College Conference Centre on three dates – December 12, 14 and 16. TechFest, in partnership with the […]
Former Skyscanner executive announces new role
FORMER Skyscanner executive Shane Corstophine has been announced as the new Chairperson of Edinburgh-based digital travel company xDesign. Previously CFO and then Senior Vice President for Growth at the company, he will be taking the reins from Par Equity’s Paul Atkinson and will oversee xDesign’s direction and governance with the aim of supporting the company’s […]
Bumper £3.1m skiing investment hopes to power European growth
MAISON Sport has announced the completion of a £3.1m investment round, bolstering its position in the European ski tech industry. Maison Sport is an online platform connecting ski enthusiasts with professional instructors, aiming to become the leading global destination for snowsport. The 2023 funding was secured through a private investment firm and angel investors, marking […]
RSABI rolls out Thrive mental wellbeing app
CHARITY RSABI is set to roll out an award-winning, digital mental health care service to a wider audience in Scottish agriculture. The rollout follows a 12-month pilot project with three young farmers clubs. During the past year, RSABI, the charity which supports people in Scottish agriculture, has been working on the project with the Scottish […]
Drone technology to address UK’s farm labour shortage
IN the wake of a growing farm labour shortage in the UK, drone technology designed to offer a helping hand to the nation’s farmers is set to be rolled out across the sector. Hungary-based agriculture technology pioneer, ABZ Innovation, is set to introduce its state-of-the-art agricultural drones into the UK market. This follows a change […]
Five Scots charities supporting young people awarded crucial funding
FIVE Scots charities have received funding towards crucial projects from independent Scottish broadband provider, GoFibre and it’s GoFurther Fund. The five charities range across the regions of Fife, East Lothian and the Scottish Borders were selected from over 60 applicants. Amongst the recipients are organisations that provide education and employability services for young people and […]