Scottish Development International

A green and sustainable choice for foreign direct investment (FDI) and trade.

With valuable business opportunities and attractive investment returns, Scotland has the perfect blend of talent, innovation, financial and renewable resources to help your business prosper. A green and sustainable choice for foreign direct investment (FDI) and trade.

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www.sdi.co.uk/about-us/contact-us

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Industry

Digital and Technology Industries | Energy Industries | Food and Drink | Health and Life Sciences Industries | Tourism

Address

5 Atlantic Quay,
150 Broomielaw,
Glasgow,
G2 8LU,
Scotland

Phone

+443000132734

Investing in Scotland: An Introduction to the Skills Landscape

This document by Skills Development Scotland outlines how the country is putting education and training at the heart of its development, which is opening up a wealth of digital opportunities for growth to outside investors. From its world-class universities to its thriving culture of entrepreneurialism and growing cluster of start-ups across industries, Scotland is ideally placed to capitalise on this new economic era. Download to learn more.

Digital Health & Care in Scotland

When it comes to digital healthcare, Scotland is leading the way. We have extensive digital health records, a strong company base with expertise in informatics and the drive and determination to rise to the challenges of a rapidly changing global health climate.

Choose Scotland for fintech entrepreneurship and innovation

Scotland is home to a thriving community of fintech businesses from around the world, all taking advantage of the numerous benefits the country offers innovators. In this document, you can find out more about the work of FinTech Scotland and the types of support it can provide for tech businesses.

Looking for financial support for your green innovation? Access this free guide

Scotland offers an unparalleled range of funding options for businesses pursuing green innovations or R&D projects in the push towards net zero. Possible funding options from Scottish Enterprise for low-carbon projects include grants, loans, public sector funds, investor funds and accelerators, as well as commercial R&D contracts.

Sustainability-driven innovation in Scotland explained

Scottish businesses are using sustainability to accelerate innovation and future-proof supply chains. Focusing on sustainability identifies both challenges and opportunities across all levels of business, which presents the potential to increase the bottom line. This document details four key benefits of sustainability-driven innovation; and also lists the ten core environmental principles for getting started on a greener business path. Scotland stands ready to assist the wider global effort to tackle climate change. Scottish inward investment specialists based around the world will continue to highlight just why the country is the perfect location for companies to achieve their net-zero ambitions. For businesses considering Scotland, download this document.

Scottish Development International

5 Atlantic Quay

150 Broomielaw

Glasgow

G2 8LU

Scotland

Telephone Number

+443000132734

Email Address

Links

Bridging the digital gap: How Scotland is solving the technology skills shortage

Scotland is seeking to answer the global digital skills gap by making computer science and data literacy a core part of its economic and entrepreneurial strategy. Practical measures are being put in place to make the country the destination of choice for technology start-ups and established businesses.

Digital health: Scottish tech innovations improving healthcare post-Covid-19

Healthcare services around the world are feeling the strain after battling Covid-19 for two years, causing dramatic increases to waiting lists. Digital health technology developed in Scotland could help ease the burden globally, particularly for diagnosis.

Tech for good: Environmental, social and governance innovations in Scotland

Tech innovations and collaborations across different sectors can help reach net-zero targets and create a better-connected, more inclusive society. In Scotland, tech is making rapid progress in these areas. The country’s globally recognised fintech hub is a prime example, attracting talent and businesses from the world over to help make a positive difference to Scotland and the planet.

Green investment: What gives Scotland multiple advantages

Green investment is being prioritised in Scotland as a core part of the nation’s ambitious net-zero strategy. Michelle Howell, head of investment management within Scottish Enterprise’s growth investments division, explains more about the green opportunities for investors and businesses in Scotland.

How investing in Scotland can help to drive a low-carbon future

The eyes of the world have been on Scotland as Glasgow hosted the UN’s COP26 conference to tackle climate change – but what do the announcements from COP mean for Scotland, and which Scottish innovations can help the drive towards net zero?

We speak to Mark Hallan, director of global investment at Scottish Development International, to learn about Scotland’s natural and financial environments, which make it a strong proposition for investors looking for a greener portfolio with long-term potential.

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