The Aberdeen City Region is a can-do place that is actively investing, at scale, in its future. Never resting on laurels, and always looking ahead, scanning the opportunity horizon. This is Aberdeen.
Renowned as a Global Energy Hub it is a vibrant, entrepreneurial region in Scotland's North East, home to a unique mix of business opportunities and specialist skills across various sectors including energy, technology, life sciences and food & drink.
More than 20% of Scotland’s top business are located in this region which is taking great strides to ensure that it continues to compete on a world stage; the Aberdeen City Region is in the midst of a transformational journey designed to drive an economic renaissance, bringing benefits to the region, Scotland and the UK overall now and for generations to come.
More than £8billion of public and private infrastructure investment is due to be delivered before 2030, marking an exciting time to be part of a region with a reputation as a genuine world-class business location.
The Aberdeen City Region is primed for business – and the Invest Aberdeen team is on hand to welcome you here.
Why Aberdeen?
Our Talent Pool
Skills levels are a key component of a successful economy, and Aberdeen ranks fourth in the top 10 cities with the highest percentage of high qualifications (2018).
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The University of Aberdeen named as Scottish University of the Year in the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019. - Robert Gordon University ranked the top university in Scotland for employment (2018).
Why Aberdeen?
A Global Energy Hub
Home to £180million Oil & Gas Technology Centre and the world's first floating windfarm, Equinor's Hywind Pilot Park.
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Robert Gordon University houses the world's first state-of-the-art decommissioning simulator.
Why Aberdeen?
A Region Transformed
More than £8billion of public and private infrastructure investment is due to be delivered across the region before 2030.
Flights from Aberdeen International Airport to 3 major hub airports with up to 16 daily departures & 20 domestic destinations served – more than from any other UK airport. - A £350million development at Aberdeen Harbour South will open up potential new revenue streams and offer customers world-class marine support facilities. - Top 10 mid-sized & small cities best for connectivity (2019).
Why Aberdeen?
Our Business Environment
Recognised in 2018 as the best place in the UK to launch a business start-up.
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Top 10 mid-sized & small cities best for economic potential (2019).
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Ranks fifth of the top 10 cities with the highest number of published patent applications (2018).
Hydrogen opportunities to take centre stage at Aberdeen festival
Aberdeen will play host to a Hydrogen Festival this autumn as the opportunities to embrace the transition to a low carbon economy are put in the spotlight.
