Case Studies

Although synonymous with oil and gas Aberdeen City and Shire is home to a vast range of hugely successful industries and research and educational bodies

Competitive

In the UK, Aberdeen City and Shire is the second most competitive location to do business in and has the highest concentration of knowledge workers, after London and Oxford.

Successful Companies

It’s not surprising that many successful companies are based here, as the region is synonymous with enterprise and adaptability, characterised by the creativity and resourcefulness of its people as well as its outstanding quality of life.

Natural Pioneers

The home of natural pioneers, there is a ‘can do’ spirit which is inherent in people from Aberdeen City and Shire, who have a track record of entrepreneurial dynamism and innovation.

Industrious and Resourceful

In a thriving, energetic atmosphere our businesses are constantly developing and diversifying to keep abreast of the challenges. Every business and organisation from engineering to software development, from life sciences to whisky, understands what it takes to be the best. And the industrious and resourceful nature of our people means that many small family businesses have grown to become international operations.