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An Lòchran

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An Lòchran - Enterprise and Research Centre

An Lòchran is a Grade‑A enterprise and research centre located at the heart of Inverness Campus. Designed to support collaboration between business, academia and the public sector, it provides a professional and well‑connected base for innovation‑led organisations.

Home to Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) teams, Wave Energy Scotland and the Science Skills Academy, An Lòchran sits at the centre of the Campus’s research, enterprise and skills community. Organisations based here benefit from close proximity to academics, researchers and neighbouring life sciences, technology and health organisations across Inverness Campus.

Who An Lòchran is for

An Lòchran is well suited to organisations that:

  • are innovation-led or research‑focused

  • benefit from collaboration with academic, public‑sector or industry partners

  • operate in technology, life sciences, renewables or enabling sectors

  • require high‑quality, flexible office accommodation within a collaborative setting

It is particularly attractive to organisations seeking strong connectivity across the wider Inverness Campus community.

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What An Lòchran offers

An Lòchran provides high-quality, flexible office accommodation designed to support a range of organisational needs.

Features include:

  • Grade‑A office space, available as whole floors or smaller suites

  • a mix of open-plan and cellular office layouts

  • shared facilities that support collaboration and knowledge exchange

  • a professional environment within a multi-occupancy enterprise and research building

Space can be configured to suit individual organisational requirements, subject to availability.

Where An Lòchran fits on Campus

An Lòchran plays a central role within Inverness Campus, acting as a hub for enterprise, research and skills development.

Its location at the heart of the Campus makes it an ideal base for organisations that value proximity to the Life Sciences Innovation Centre (LSIC), Solasta House, academic partners and clinical facilities, as well as direct engagement with HIE and UHI teams.

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Property and space availability

If you are interested in space at An Lòchran please get in touch to discuss availability and business requirements.

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PHARMAQ Analytiq growing at Inverness Campus

PHARMAQ is a global leader in aquaculture vaccines and innovation, developing safe, effective medicines with a strong environmental focus. They have developed a strong and growing presence at Inverness Campus, having been supported over several years to expand and strengthen its role in Scotland’s aquaculture sector.

The business recently relocated from Solasta House to An Lòchran on the campus where investment in new laboratory facilities has created a high-quality working environment for its talented team, supporting development in the aquaculture sector from its base in Scotland.

Close proximity to industry partners and research expertise have enabled PHARMAQ to continue developing its capabilities.

Chris Matthews, Business Unit Director for PHARMAQ Analytiq UK and Ireland, said:

“The new laboratory complements the existing digital pathology, microbiology and environmental laboratories already in Inverness and will deliver faster results to Scottish farms using PCR to safeguard the health of fish populations.”

 

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UHI Research and Innovation at An Lòchran

UHI Division of Biomedical Sciences is co-located between An Lòchran and the nearby Life Sciences Innovation Centre on Inverness Campus.

The Genetics and Immunology department, based in the laboratories at An Lòchran, consists of research groups focusing on cancer and schizophrenia. The cancer research team has expertise in the genomics of melanoma and related cancers, while the schizophrenia research team is investigating various abnormal immune or cellular responses that might influence susceptibility to developing the disease.

Find out more in this short film from UHI with Prof Antonia Pritchard.

UHI Institute for Biodiversity and Freshwater Conservation

The Institute for Biodiversity and Freshwater Conservation, co-located between An Lòchran and UHI Inverness on Inverness Campus, is a research centre dedicated to understanding how biodiversity is generated, maintained and responds to environmental change, with the goal of guiding its conservation and sustainable management.

The Institute specialises in molecular-genetic research, including population genetics and environmental DNA (eDNA) methods, to monitor freshwater ecosystems, characterise priority species, and provide evidence for effective conservation and management decision-making across rivers, lochs and other habitats.

Working collaboratively with UHI partners, government agencies, conservation managers, businesses and local communities the Institute translates cutting-edge science into real-world impact.

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Science Skills Academy

The Science Skills Academy (SSA) is a Highlands‑wide STEM initiative led by Highlands and Islands Enterprise and based at An Lòchran. The Academy supports the development of the region’s future workforce by inspiring young people to engage with science, technology, engineering and maths.

At the heart of SSA is the Inverness Newton Room, a purpose‑designed facility where pupils take part in hands‑on STEM activities that connect classroom learning with real‑world careers. SSA operates Newton Rooms across the Highlands and Islands, providing practical STEM learning to thousands of young people and helping build a pipeline of home‑grown talent aligned with regional growth sectors.

Being co‑located with research, innovation and enterprise activity at Inverness Campus strengthens links between education and business, supporting long‑term skills development for the region.

Science Skills Academy

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Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is based at An Lòchran and is the owner, developer and operator of Inverness Campus.

As the economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands, HIE works with businesses, communities and partners to support sustainable economic growth across the region. From its base on the Campus, HIE leads the long-term development of Inverness Campus as a place for innovation, collaboration and inward investment.

Organisations located at An Lòchran and across Inverness Campus can benefit from access to HIE support, including:

  • business growth and innovation support;

  • inward investment and internationalisation advice;

  • access to funding and specialist advice; and

  • connections to academic, research and public‑sector partners.

Being co-located with HIE provides organisations with direct access to expertise and networks that can support establishment, growth and long‑term success.

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Who's operating in An Lòchran

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE)

Based at: An Lòchran Sector: Public sector and education

HIE is Scotland’s economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands. HIE owns and manages Inverness Campus, shaping it as a centre for innovation, learning and business growth, and supporting organisations based on the campus to thrive.

Pharmaq part of Zoetis Group

Based at: An Lòchran Sector: Aquaculture, animal health and agritech

Pharmaq applies targeted research and effective analyses with the aim of safeguarding fish health and welfare in the aquaculture sector.

UHI Research and Innovation

Based at: An Lòchran Sector: Public sector and education

UHI Research and Innovation is based at An Lòchran, bringing together education, science and applied research. Through specialist research centres and collaborative projects, it supports innovation, knowledge exchange and regional economic development.

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