Scottish Enterprise

Scottish Enterprise functions as Scotland’s national economic development agency, offering strategic support, expert advice, and vital funding to businesses. It delivers tailored programs designed to foster innovation, accelerate growth, and enhance the competitive capabilities of enterprises across various sectors. Its core aim is equipping Scottish companies with resources to scale operations and improve economic output.

Established on April 1, 1991, Scottish Enterprise was formed as a non-departmental public body by the Scottish Government. This creation stemmed from the insight that a centralized national entity was vital for orchestrating economic development. Its founding purpose included fostering enterprise, stimulating innovation, and attracting domestic investment and international trade, strengthening Scotland’s business ecosystem.

Scottish businesses across all stages and industries are the primary beneficiaries of Scottish Enterprise’s initiatives. Its mission is to transform the national economy by cultivating an environment where companies innovate, achieve sustained growth, and expand globally. The agency works towards a vision of a prosperous and competitive Scotland, built upon a resilient business sector.