£146 million investment in fibre broadband heralds a new age of communications across Highlands and Islands
The European Marine Science Park provides high quality laboratory and office space in an entrepreneurial community for new, expanding and inward investing companies with a focus on marine science, marine energy and related support.
Inverness Campus is one of the most exciting and important projects being developed by Highlands and Islands Enterprise over the next 20 years.
The European Marine Energy Centre is at the forefront of the development of marine-based renewable energy
HIE invests in major infrastructure projects across the region bringing significant long-term benefits to our economy.
Information Communications Technologies (ICTs) underpin almost everything Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) aims to achieve. The role of the internet and mobile technology is increasingly pivotal in everything from education, to supporting health care services, and opening up new markets to businesses.
The Highlands and Islands covers some 15000 square miles - more than half of Scotland. Of the 448,000 people who live here, half are under 44. The region is also home to more than 8,000 voluntary and community groups, and over 21,000 businesses.
HIE gathers and interprets a broad range of economic information about the area. This is used by HIE and partners for strategic planning. A selection of the latest information is available for download.
HIE's area teams work closely with local partners, communities, businesses and social enterprises to plan ahead and address the needs and opportunities of its own area. They also act as a local point of access to the full range of HIE services.
STEM North of Scotland is an initiative developed by HIE to increase the number of young people with qualifications in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Visit our STEM North of Scotland website to find out more.