Welcome to Your Business Support Update |
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Welcome to our newly combined newsletter from Fife Council’s Economic Development Team (InvestFife) and Business Gateway Fife. Our Economic Development services aim to provide clear and practical support to businesses across Fife.
In this issue, you'll find updates on local business news, upcoming events, and resources to help your business grow. We are striving to support and make Fife the best place to do business.
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Babcock awarded Capability Insertion Period contract by UK MOD for Type 31 frigates |
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Babcock International Group (Babcock) has been awarded a c.£65 million, five-ship contract to deliver the Capability Insertion Period (CIP) for the UK Royal Navy’s (RN) Type 31 frigates being built by the company at its Rosyth facility in Scotland. |
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Fife Means Business: Local Highlights |
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Tina Louise landing sustainable and ethical produce |
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The MFV Tina Louise, based in Kirkcaldy, supplies premium creel-caught shellfish through sustainable, traceable fishing. |
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Maygate Exchange: Dunfermline’s Business Hub Supports Scunnered Digital’s Growth |
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| Scunnered Digital, a growing digital marketing agency, is the latest success story to emerge from Maygate Exchange in Dunfermline. |
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Support & Resources: Tools for Your Business |
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Green Network for Businesses |
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The Green Network for Businesses is a searchable database of sustainability projects across Scotland, showcasing how businesses have reduced their environmental impact. |
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| Looking for resources and support to help you strengthen your business? Our free Strengthen your Business tool gives you a personalised dashboard of resources. Plus, we’ll put you in contact with your nearest Business Gateway office if you’d like more advice. |
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2025-26 Fife Rural Development Fund |
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Apply now for capital project grants of up to £15,000 (or £25,000 in exceptional cases) to support community-focused initiatives, with funding available to constituted groups, charities, businesses, and more. |
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Launching The Path To Global Markets |
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| Boost your business beyond borders—book your place at the International Trade Pathway event and gain the knowledge, tools, and connections to succeed in global markets. |
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Fife Defence Supplier Event 2025 |
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| Join us at the Fife Defence Supplier Event 2025 to explore opportunities, network with industry leaders, and gain insights into upcoming projects. |
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Fife Business Awards Ceremony 2025 |
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| Join us for the Fife Business Awards Ceremony 2025, an evening of celebration with a welcome drink, three-course meal, wine, and live entertainment. |
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Discover the latest insights on employment, unemployment, and economic activity in Fife. |
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