The Blue Economy in the Highlands and Islands
Developing a strategic understanding of the blue economy for the Highlands and Islands and Scotland.
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04/02/2019
In little more than 40 years, salmon farming has developed from pioneering research in the west Highlands into Scotland’s most valuable food export. The industry continues to adapt and evolve as it addresses the many challenges that accompany such success. This briefing presents an overview of salmon farming in Scotland in January 2019.
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Developing a strategic understanding of the blue economy for the Highlands and Islands and Scotland.
Latest demographics for the region and individual local areas.
With significant development projects underway in Lochaber, this survey sought to understand the impact on population projections, labour market and wage levels.
Provides the most up-to-date information on unemployment in the Highlands and Islands area.
Skills Review for the Aquaculture Sector in Scotland
Wild seaweed harvesting can potentially present a unique opportunity for fishermen to diversity.
In December 2014, ekosgen was commissioned by Highlands and Islands Enterprise to undertake the first stage of a baselining study for the Sustainable tourism and Food and drink sectors.
Reliable and up to date information about Shetland’s pelagic and whitefish processing sector and to inform and guide the agency's thinking, should any suitable projects come forward in future.
HIE commissioned an independent expert review of Recirculation Aquaculture Systems technologies with particular focus on the commercial prospects.
Arup, in conjunction with rdc aviation, were commissioned to deliver the Skye Air Services Feasibility Study.