Businesses in Scotland Access Untapped Global Markets

27th April 2023

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce is playing a frontline role to secure new international trade opportunities for businesses in Scotland. The rapidly changing landscape of domestic and global economies demands a long-term joint approach from the public and private sector if we are to continue creating new jobs, accelerate inward investment and leverage Brand Scotland […]

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Inspirational security expert achieves award shortlist slot

25th April 2023

A cyber security specialist who retrained after retiring from a 37-year career in the civil service has been nominated for a prestigious award. Marion Chapman had planned to quit work and renovate a cottage before being persuaded to join Cyber Security Scotland. Now just three years after embarking her new career, Marion is on the […]

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New Themed Competition Launched – The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA)

25th April 2023

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is pleased to launch a new Themed Competition, Human Augmentation. With funding provided by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) Human Augmentation Science and Technology (S&T) project, this competition aims to develop novel, Generation-After-Next (GAN) prototype HA technologies which can be harnessed safely and ethically and can help […]

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West of Orkney Windfarm – Public Consultation Events

21st April 2023

The West of Orkney Windfarm is running a series of public consultation events throughout May and is encouraging members of the public to come along. The events begin in Thurso on May 16 and continue through to Stromness on May 25. Speaking about the events, West of Orkney Windfarm Development Director Jack Farnham says: “We […]

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Construction Set to Commence at Sutherland Spaceport

21st April 2023

Orbex has announced that construction for Sutherland Spaceport is due to start imminently. Jacobs, the contractor appointed by Orbex to manage construction for the site has appointed Lybster-based John Gunn and Sons Ltd as its local construction partner. The Gunn team will begin their mobilisation next week on Monday 24th and Tuesday, 25th April. Their […]

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The Scottish Deposit Return Scheme, a heavy burden on business

20th April 2023

Trudy Morris, Chief Executive, Caithness Chamber of Commerce. The Scottish Deposit Return Scheme, a heavy burden on business.   The new First Minister has faced a hefty in-tray of issues upon his appointment to office last month, and his commitment to “always having an open-door policy for our business communities” will be eagerly watched by […]

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Caithness Business Fund – Investing in local apprenticeships through employer grants

17th April 2023

The Caithness Business Fund celebrates 10 years and highlights support for apprenticeship opportunities for local businesses. Since 2013 the Caithness Business Fund has helped to support ten apprentice opportunities for local businesses in Caithness and North Sutherland. Reflecting the diverse employment landscape of the region, these have included apprenticeship opportunities in agriculture, hospitality, renewables, trades, […]

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New Members – April

17th April 2023

This month, we’re thrilled to welcome to our membership Braeside Retreats, Midgey Bites, esave Energy Consultants, Moray Firth Radio – Bauer Media we look forward to working with them all. To discuss membership, please reach out to our Business Development manager, Fiona Levack. You can contact Fiona by email: fiona@caithnesschamber.com. You can read about membership on […]

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DASA – New Competition, Phase 3 of Intelligent Ship

13th April 2023

We have launched a new competition – Phase 3 of Intelligent ship. We have £1.7m to develop approaches to integrate collaborative AI systems with human operators and decision-makers to form complex human-autonomy teams (HATs). We aim to fund a single consortium project worth £1.7m. The competition closes at midday on 06 June and we have two […]

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Chamber Annual Dinner 2023

12th April 2023

Caithness Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce its flagship Annual Dinner event will take place on 15th September 2023. This prestigious event has long been one of the most popular in the local business calendar, with over 200 of the area’s most influential business people attending every year. This year’s Annual Dinner is set to […]

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