Thinking about where to take your tech business next?
For a greener, sustainable return on investment, Scotland has the perfect blend of innovation, talent, industry expertise, quality of life and supportive business environment to help your business prosper.
Think you know Scotland?
Think again. Data, digital and tech companies all over Scotland are reshaping the future. From satellite technology tackling climate change, a globally recognised top fintech hub driving inclusive and ethical finance to artificial intelligence helping doctors to monitor patient health...Scotland is the location of choice for tech companies looking to set up and grow.
Watch our video to find out more.
Scotland's winning formula
for your next big technology, digital and data project
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Talent
Scotland has 93,500 digital technology employees and turns out 15,000 graduates in digital disciplines each year.
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Cost savings
Scotland has one of the lowest tax rates in Europe and up to 40% lower property and salary costs compared to London, Paris or Berlin.
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Opportunities
Scotland has thriving financial, software and IT, energy and healthcare sectors, providing your gateway to major European markets.
Get in touch with our team
With a network of 30 international offices, you'll find a local Scottish Development International contact who can help you do business with Scotland. Whether that’s supporting your investment in Scotland, or helping you partner with Scottish companies.
Find your local office or contact our UK call centre on +44 300 013 2734
This call centre is open between 9am and 5pm GMT.
Scotland's data ecosystem
Data is the future. That’s why we’re investing £661 million in our vision of turning Edinburgh into the ‘Data Capital of Europe’.
Scotland’s ambitious 10-year Data-Driven Innovation programme will work with partners in government, industry, and educational institutions to make Scotland the No.1 location of choice for data science startups and data science companies.
Source the right talent for your business
Wondering how to secure the right data science and engineering talent to grow your business overseas?
Scotland has data science skills on tap – a future-proof workforce, making it the perfect home for companies like yours.
Cost of doing business in Scotland
Scotland is a great place to locate your tech business - it's less expensive to live and work in Scotland than cities like London, Zurich, Paris and Dublin.
Latest updates from Scotland
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Edinburgh's thriving tech scene
An interview with Nigel Eccles, co-founder and CEO of FanDuel on what makes Edinburgh the ideal place for ambitious startups.
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Top choice for FDI outside London
Scotland remains a prime location for international companies considering foreign investment and expansion, according to the most recent EY Attractiveness Survey.
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Scotland's IOT network
Insights from Boston Networks and its leading role in creating the UK's most advanced IoT network of its kind, right here in Scotland.
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