All-HIE news 2004 archive from January 2004
SALE - Food link van150New wheels for local food courier service

An award-winning food courier service in Skye & Lochalsh has taken delivery of a new, custom-built delivery van to cater for the rising demand for their unique distribution service.
27 January 2004


Mark Abbs NSIG150All change at the top for North of Scotland industries group

The New Year has heralded a number of important changes for the North of Scotland Industries Group (NSIG) - the joint marketing and development group for the area's leading engineering and technology companies.
27 January 2004


Community groups thriving in Argyll and the Islands

The Deputy Minister for Enterprise and Lifelong Learning has praised the commitment and enthusiasm of community groups across Argyll and the Islands.
26 January 2004


INE - Pathway to Excellence150Tourism businesses aim for excellence

Tourism is extremely important to the economy of the Highlands, generating £409 million in revenue, which is why Inverness and Nairn Enterprise (INE) is hosting a seminar tomorrow (Thursday 22nd January) aimed at promoting excellent customer service in the tourism industry.
26 January 2004


Shetland retailers raise their game

Shetland retailers are striving to be among the best in Scotland, under a new project recently launched Shetland-wide. Local retailers are facing stiff competition from web-based firms and mainland chain store groups, but customer service can make the difference to encourage people to shop locally.
26 January 2004


Tiree and Port Charlotte hit broadband trigger levels

People living on the Island of Tiree and in Port Charlotte on Islay are celebrating reaching their BT set trigger levels for Broadband.
26 January 2004


Tradesmen get training in woodfuel systems

Lochaber Enterprise has launched a new initiative designed to promote the development of leadership and management skills in small businesses within Lochaber.
21 January 2004


Highland companies chosen as supply partners for property services

Two Highland companies have been appointed to deliver property contracting and management services for the Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) network following a Europe-wide tendering process.
21 January 2004


Thinking ahead for city's transport needs

A major study to develop a vision addressing the long-term transport needs of the rapidly developing city of Inverness and its surrounding areas has been launched.
19 January 2004


The Art of Tapestry

From a tranquil location on the shores of Loch Oich in the Great Glen, unique, limited edition tapestry kits are available online. Retreattapestry.com is revolutionising tapestry kit design, using tapestry to create serious works of art.
14 January 2004


AIE pledges support for community swimming pool on Mull

Argyll and the Islands Enterprise (AIE) is committing £375,000 towards the creation of a swimming pool for the island communities of Mull and Iona. This includes £169,000 from the HIE Activity programme, a European funded initiative aimed at developing and promoting leisure activities in the Highlands and Islands.
13 January 2004


MBSE - Buckie Office(04)150MBSE to open new east Moray office

Moray Badenoch and Strathspey Enterprise (MBSE) is extending the service it offers in the East Moray area by opening a new office in Buckie.
13 January 2004


MBSE - Lecht 150New £1 million ski centre development takes shape

New £1million facilities for year-round visitors are rapidly taking shape at a leading north-east snow sport centre.
13 January 2004


Phoenix out of the flames

Like a phoenix rising out of the flames the Glendale Toy Museum is soon to reopen after being gutted by fire in May 2002.
12 January 2004


Training courses booked up in record time

A series of practical workshops for business people in Moray Badenoch and Strathspey has sold out in record time.
12 January 2004


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