Case studies

A Prestwick business supplying commemorative coins to some of the world's biggest sporting organisations is continuing to expand after receiving support from Business Gateway.

Two former teachers from Banchory, Aberdeenshire have built a horticultural design and care business, turning an idea into a full-time venture, with Business Gateway supporting them from concept through to launching a new dedicated wellbeing offer this year.

A Perthshire farmer feeding families in need with surplus deer is aiming to reach 100,000 people this year, after receiving support from Business Gateway.

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.

An Aberdeenshire sports coach has delivered free sports coaching to 7,000 pupils through weekly sessions at rural primary schools across the region, a year after launching his business with support from Business Gateway.   

A West Lothian award-winning gelato business is growing from strength to strength with support from Business Gateway, as it expands its offering and launches a first-of-its-kind 'churn at home' gelato kit.    

A family-run bar and restaurant in Falkirk has opened its doors to overnight guests after securing £25,000 in grant funding through the Falkirk Growth Fund, with support from Business Gateway.

Larkhall & District Volunteer Group, a charity dedicated to reducing social isolation by promoting health, wellbeing and connection across Lanarkshire, has successfully transformed its online presence thanks to support from Business Gateway.

A South Lanarkshire-based facilities management company has restructured its operations after reaching a record £4 million turnover, with support from Business Gateway helping to position the business for its next phase of growth.   

Edinburgh-based football apparel brand Universal Language has credited Business Gateway support with reshaping its commercial foundations as it prepares for its busiest period of trading since launching in December 2024.

A unique outdoor wellness business is bringing Nordic-inspired sauna experiences to some of Dumfries and Galloway’s most scenic locations after the business owner accessed support from Business Gateway.    

A new creative business has opened in South Uist this month, producing high-quality greeting cards and giclée prints with a distinctive artistic twist.