Case Studies

Our case studies highlight the ways in which Business Gateway has helped Scottish businesses get started and grow.

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Energy consultancy expands team with support from Business Gateway 

A Glasgow-based utilities management firm focused on finding sustainable solutions has expanded its leadership team to prepare for future growth, after working with Business Gateway.

20th December 2021

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Local Greenock business show upcycling is in fashion 

A business with a focus on providing sustainable, hand-crafted products made from upcycled materials has successfully launched following support and advice from Business Gateway.

20th December 2021

Peedie Ponies

Business Gateway ensures neigh problems for Orkney equestrian centre 

Business Gateway support helped business access a New Business Start-up Grant and purchase vital equipment to help launch their business.

3rd December 2021

Ride In Peace

Mountain bike business makes tracks

A mountain bike business has achieved a 50% surge in bookings compared to last year by employing skills developed through DigitalBoost, Business Gateway’s national digital upskilling programme. 

3rd December 2021

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Tearoom launched for local residents in Angus

A local tearoom, bar and shop has opened in the Angus village of Inverkeilor after the business owner received support and advice from Business Gateway.

3rd December 2021

Taylor Wholesale

Confectionery wholesaler’s offering sweetened with revamped online platforms

A specialist wholesale company has overhauled its digital offering and enhanced its online presence by over 275%, after receiving support from Business Gateway and DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme.

3rd December 2021

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Northton deli and bakery expands operations

Business Gateway support has helped a deli and bakery business access vital funding for a pivotal building purchase and expansion project, after the new owners took over in 2019.

9th November 2021

Glansin Glass

Artists’ glass is full as bespoke studio and visitor centre opens to high demand

Following an extensive package of support from Business Gateway, including help securing over £100,000 in funding, a glass artist has hosted her first workshops in a bespoke studio and visitor centre.

2nd November 2021

Na Taighen Fiodh

The perfect getaway lies in the Outer Hebrides  

Following a variety of support from Business Gateway, self-catered Na Taighean Fiodh are fully booked in its first month of trading.

2nd November 2021