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Almighty new home for Valhalla Ales

03 April 2012

The most northerly brewery in the UK will open its doors to the public on Sunday 15 April for the grand launch of its new brewery premises.

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UK's most northerly hotel looks to the stars

03 April 2012

The most northerly hotel in Britain is preparing for the summer 2012 season following a £70,000 refurbishment and internal upgrade programme developed with assistance from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).

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Shetland partners move to secure ocean energy resources for community

16 November 2011

A forward looking private, public and community sector partnership which will drive the growth of marine energy in Shetland will be announced tomorrow (Wednesday 16 November) at the inaugural Dynamic Shetland green energy event.

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Shetland firm engineers an expansion

18 October 2011

HIE is supporting a £2 million expansion project by a successful engineering firm in Shetland as it bids to ensure local firms are ready to meet the supply needs of the growing energy industry.

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Website for isles energy event launched

06 October 2011

Dynamic Shetland, Shetland’s new energy event, has officially launched its new website.

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At a glance

Population: 22,210

Area:  1,438 sq km

Key sectors:  Energy, food and drink, tourism, creative industries

Main centre:  Lerwick

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