The Aberdeen City Region is a global leader in research, development and innovation. It is increasingly seen as a hub for digital and technology expertise. Digital tech is a key growth sector in the North East and has one of Europe's largest EnergyTech communities with strengths in ClimateTech, AgriTech and FinTech.
Food, drink and agriculture make up a significant part of the economy in the North East and this sector directly employs 22,000 people. Food and drink, and its relationships to the traditional industries of farming and fishing, is vitally important to the growth of the Aberdeen City Region.
The North East is home to one of the largest concentrations of life scientists in the UK. With world renowned research insitutions at our doorstep, the growth of the life sciences industry is a priorty for the regional economy and will contribute to the Scottish and UK sector targets for innovation, collaboration and commercialisation.
