SCOTLAND’S new innovation and investment hub has officially opened in London with more than 450 businesses registering their interest in becoming members in the first few weeks.
Aimed at helping ambitious Scottish companies take advantage of business opportunities in London and internationally, Scotland House will provide touchdown facilities and a place to meet customers and target new markets, secure investment and showcase products and services.
It also brings together officials from the Scottish Government, Scottish Enterprise, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and VisitScotland under one roof to provide a Team Scotland approach to supporting businesses and attracting visitors and investment to the country.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who officially opened the London hub, said: “As we face the uncertainty and threat of a hard Brexit, having a Scottish hub in London will help support and stimulate the Scottish economy and show that we are open for business.”
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