Digital and technology industries in Scotland
Opportunities for your business
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Business services
With a proven track record in servicing global markets, and a world-class infrastructure, Scotland is the natural choice for global business services.
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Cyber security
With cutting-edge research, a connected tech innovation ecosystem and a vibrant community, Scotland is the smart and secure choice for your cyber security project.
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Data and data science
Scotland’s data science cluster currently has over 150 companies creating data-based products and solutions.
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Financial services and fintech
Scotland is the UK’s largest financial centre outside of London, making it a natural choice for established companies and startups alike.
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Games and creative industries
Scotland is the place for games developers, digital media, film and TV production thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities, creative talent and boundless opportunities.
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Software and IT
Access a dynamic and supportive ecosystem with some of the best tech talent and creative minds in Europe.
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Space technology
Scotland’s combination of manufacturing expertise, technological innovation and end-to-end capabilities make it uniquely able to harness the possibilities of space.
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Water and wastewater technology
With a track record of innovation and enterprise, abundant water resources and world-class research facilities, Scotland is the ideal living lab for water and wastewater projects.
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Data-driven innovation
Scotland's exciting future at the heart of the data science revolution
Scotland is investing £661 million into turning the capital city, Edinburgh, into the ‘Data Capital of Europe’.
This ambitious 10-year Data-Driven Innovation programme will work with partners in government, industry, and educational institutions to make Scotland the location of choice for data science startups and data science companies.
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Our people and skills
Access an exceptionally well educated, skilled and talented workforce.
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Investment opportunities
Not sure where in Scotland to set up your business? Depending on your sector, business type and needs, Scotland has it all.
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Scotland's tech expertise
Digital technologies are transforming every sector of the global economy, and Scotland’s long heritage of tech innovation is helping it lead the way.
Need help?
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