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What we’re seeing in Orkney is the energy future for the country. Stuart Black, HIE chief executive writes in latest blog
SMEs operating in the marine sector looking to develop green, clean and sustainable products, services or processes can apply for up to €60,000
We support businesses, communities and social enterprises across the Highlands and Islands. Find out how we could help you
We support businesses, communities and social enterprises across the Highlands and Islands region. We’re focused on helping to build resilience, support recovery from the impacts of COVID-19 and Brexit, and create growth opportunities.
We support businesses, communities and social enterprises through a range of support services, including advice, funding, events and property. Find out how we can help you.
Communities are at the heart of social and economic development
We have a large portfolio of land, premises and development opportunities available to help businesses and communities across our region.
We are the economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We've been working with organisations and communities for over 50 years to ensure the region remains successful and competitive.
Learn more about what we doOur Strategy and Operating Plan details how we will invest to support sustainable and inclusive growth across our region.
Strategy and operating planAs an organisation one of our top priorities is attracting talent to our region, so we know a thing or two about making people welcome. Keep an eye on vacancies and if you can, come join our team, we’d love to have you.
Work for usHow we supported the Highlands and Islands economy, businesses and communities during 2020-21
Published on 31/03/2022
capital asset investment across the region
COVID-19 funds distributed to businesses & communities
invested in projects in fragile areas
approved to support businesses & social enterprises grow
We support businesses, communities and third sector organisations to grow. We can help with advice, funding, training, property and land. Find out more about how we could help you today.
Our region may be known globally for its beauty and produce, but there's so much more to discover about the Highlands and Islands. Covering over 15,000 miles, it's home to more than 480,000 people and over 20,000 businesses.
Find out what's happening across the region in our latest news section or have a look at who's already living and working here.
Have a look at our latest news to find out more who we're supporting and how we're helping to develop the region.
Our blog authors are staff, board members and industry experts talking about the hot topics, opportunities and challenges across the Highlands and Islands.
Read about the innovative and remarkable businesses and communities we work with across the Highlands and Islands.
Please get in touch if you need our help or would like to discuss working with us.
