Inspiration stories

Aberdeen start-up reshaping how students enter the workforce

An Aberdeen entrepreneur is helping reshape how students enter the workforce and how businesses identify talent, with support from Business Gateway playing a key role in turning the idea into a growing technology business.

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30 Jul 2026

Stonehaven botanical business blossoms

A new independent business inspired by a love of plants and community is set to open its doors in Stonehaven this month thanks to expert guidance from Business Gateway.

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10 Sept 2025

Aberdeen locals to launch city’s first music week

Two Aberdeen locals are set to launch the city’s first ever music week after accessing support from Business Gateway.

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23 Jul 2025

Aberdeen PT grows business with new premises and £3K grant

An Aberdeen personal trainer has gained £3,000 in grant funding after accessing support from Business Gateway, enabling him to take his business to the next level with his own dedicated premises.

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17 Jun 2025

Aberdeen local opens boutique gift shop after years of online success

An Aberdeen local has turned her online side hustle into a fully-fledged business after opening her own boutique gift shop in Cults.

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10 Jan 2025

Aberdeen graphic designer sees dramatic business growth

An Aberdeen graphic designer who opened her own design studio in 2023 has enjoyed month-on-month business growth.

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8 Oct 2024

Sri Lankan cuisine brought to Aberdeen for the first time

Aberdeen locals can now enjoy Sri Lankan cuisine when they dine out after a local couple took over a restaurant in the Merchant Quarter.

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30 Jul 2024

Family-run independent pet shop opens in Aberdeen

A family-run independent pet shop has opened in Aberdeen after the business owner accessed expert support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.

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10 Jun 2024

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.

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10 Jun 2024

Aberdeen local takes cooker refurbishment business from humble beginnings to six-figure turnover

An Aberdeen local has successfully expanded his business premises, and now has his sights set on global sales, after accessing expert guidance and support from Business Gateway.

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21 Sept 2023

Aberdeen drinks firm raises a glass to international expansion

Boozy Events successfully adapted its offering during lockdown to deliver over 1,600 virtual drink experiences to customers across more than 15 countries.

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1 Sept 2020

Business Gateway signposts route to funding victory for Aberdeen firm

Dunclyde was awarded a prestigious government grant of £42,197, which will enable its expansion and growth over the next six months.

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20 Aug 2020