Successful launch for ecological construction start-up business
An ecological construction business based in the Southern Isles of the Outer Hebrides has enjoyed a successful launch with Business Gateway on hand to provide support.
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Strong start for Perth digital printmaker
A Fine Art Printing business which opened in Perth last year is going from strength to strength following support from Business Gateway.
Renfrewshire business accelerates its revenue by almost 100% in three years
A business which helps people in Renfrewshire living with mobility issues has increased its turnover by almost 100%, following vital digital support and funding advice from Business Gateway.
Scottish brewery on track for £5m global turnover following support
An Edinburgh-based independent craft brewery, which began as a home-brewing project in its co-founder’s spare bedroom, is now shipping internationally after receiving support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.
Successful start for dynamic young tech duo in Orkney
Orkney-based friends and business partners, Baillie Rorie and Gavin Pirie, who set up a CCTV business on the island last year continue to go from strength to strength, following support from Business Gateway.
Scottish GP launches luxury vegan medical bags for women
A Haddington-based GP and mum of four has launched a collection of luxury medical bags for women following support from Business Gateway.
Consulting business offering advice and assistance on energy issues launches
A Stornoway energy consulting business has successfully launched after the business owners accessed support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.
Business Gateway elevates successful start for internationally sought-after Scottish tattoo artist
A Blantyre tattoo artist who set up her own business last year has already expanded her premises and team after she received support from Business Gateway.
Former Scottish secondary school teacher builds children’s wellbeing franchise
A former Modern Studies teacher who experienced anxiety in her own childhood has successfully franchised her own wellbeing business after approaching Business Gateway for guidance.
The sky’s the limit for two Ayrshire mums as they launch outdoor play business
Two Ayrshire mums have launched a new business encouraging young families to appreciate the great outdoors, after the pair accessed expert guidance from Business Gateway.
Mobile luggage storage service expands operations to Glasgow
A mobile luggage storage service has successfully expanded its operations to Glasgow after the business owner approached Business Gateway for support.
Yacht rigging business accelerates growth after successful launch
A Scottish yacht servicing business in Argyll & Bute is thriving after its owner received advice and signposting to grant funding from Business Gateway.