Lochaber news archive

HIE Lochaber news archive from March 2008
Campaign Launched to Win Upgrade of Scotland’s Most Dangerous Road

A major campaign has been launched to win improvements on one of the most scenic but dangerous stretches of trunk road in the United Kingdom. The A82 Tarbet – Fort William - Inverness road is famous for passing the landmark destinations of Loch Lomond, Loch Rannoch, Glencoe, Ben Nevis and Loch Ness.


11 March 2008


e-communities report 2008E-communities rise to the challenge of remote working

Community groups in the Highlands and Islands have a high level of technical skills and the confidence to take advantage of the wide range of free and low cost opportunities presented by the worldwide web, according to a new study commissioned by Highlands and Islands Enterprise.
11 March 2008


PrawnsLochaber processor lands major investment at scampi plant

Fastnet Highland Ltd is set for growth thanks to a major investment of £364,800, including a grant of £72,960 from HIE Lochaber, towards new equipment that will revolutionise the grading of prawns at its Fort William base.

11 March 2008