News & Blog

Read the latest business news, blogs and thought leadership articles from our members, as well as updates on the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce's work in the city.

News & Blog
  • CASHFLOW & PROFITABILITY DECLINE AS HIGH COSTS HAMMER BUSINESSES

    28th March 2024

    CASHFLOW & PROFITS DECLINE: Q1 has seen a significant downturn in cashflow and profits, with sizeable contractions recorded across four of the five sectors. RECRUITMENT CHALLENGES: More businesses are reporting challenges in recruiting staff, increasing to 47% for the quarter compared to 40% in the last quarter. However, recruitment intentions…

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  • Dales Marine Services announces the appointment of two new Executives

    27th March 2024

    Dales Marine Services Ltd (Dales Marine) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kaylea Adam-Owen as Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and Paul O’Brien as Operations Director, with both serving on the Company’s Board as Executive Directors.  Dales Marine Services Ltd is a leading provider of specialist solutions for dry dock…

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  • DISCOVER EGGCITING SCIENCE THIS EASTER AT DYNAMIC EARTH EDINBURGH

    27th March 2024

    … explore the Universe, under the sea and colour changing carrots! This Easter holiday and during the Edinburgh Science Festival (30 March – 14 April), join Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh for an inspired programme of spectacular planetarium shows (including Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon), eye-catching photography…

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  • British Antarctic Survey: RRS Sir David Attenborough vessel connected by Scottish expert Clarus Networks Group, using Starlink Maritime 

    27th March 2024

    The Royal Research Ship (RRS) operated by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), is working with Clarus Networks Group to connect their advanced research vessel to high-speed internet for the first time.  RRS Sir David Attenborough is designed to carry out crucial scientific research in some of the most extreme environments…

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  • The Herbert Protocol: A Lifeline for any Missing Person with Dementia
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    The Herbert Protocol: A Lifeline for any Missing Person with Dementia

    27th March 2024

    The Herbert Protocol is a vital tool designed to help families and carers of any missing person with dementia. It coined its named after George Herbert, a Normandy landings war veteran with dementia. He went missing and tragically passed away in 2011 whilst looking for his childhood home. The protocol…

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  • Edinburgh favourite Kilted Donut bring their US-inspired treats to Bonnie & Wild for Easter holiday extravaganza

    27th March 2024

    Visitors to Edinburgh’s Bonnie & Wild are in for a sweet treat during the Easter holidays as the popular Food Hall hosts an exclusive pop-up with renowned local bakery Kilted Donut. The donut deal is the latest in a series of pop-ups, takeovers and activations at Bonnie & Wild as…

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  • Former headteacher creates award-winning Scottish craft gin business with support from Business Gateway

    26th March 2024

    A former headteacher whose son registered her business on Companies House without her knowledge is now the creator of an award-winning Scottish craft gin. Collymoon Craft Gin’s Gealach Úr Scottish Dry Gin recently won the Bronze Medal Award for Scotland in the London Dry Gin category at the World Gin…

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  • Communicate Better = Negotiate Better

    26th March 2024

    Without good communication skills it is impossible to create an environment to come to an effective and workable deal.  When we go in to a negotiation of course we are out to get what we want – in the best terms – but we are not alone.  The other side…

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  • Edinburgh Bus Tours introduce the Regal Tour

    26th March 2024

    New jewel in award-winning tourist attraction’s crown! Edinburgh Bus Tours launched its brand-new Regal Tour on Sunday 24 March. Joining the existing live guide-led Edinburgh Tour, and CitySightseeing Edinburgh Tour (recently named the top CitySightseeing operator in the world!), the Regal Tour brings to life the city’s royal connections, taking…

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  • AND Digital grows Scottish data team as it eyes three times growth in 2024 data revenues

    26th March 2024

    Tech consultancy AND Digital is expanding its data teams in Scotland after winning a string of contracts from Google, Nationwide Building Society, and British Airways-owner IAG. Initially, between 10 and 15 of the 100 roles being created throughout the UK will be based at the company’s offices – or “clubs”…

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