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Case Studies

Our case studies highlight the ways in which Business Gateway has helped Scottish businesses get started and grow.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.