Thursday, February 27, 2025: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/thursday-february-27-2025-todays-business-headlines

Here are the business stories making the headlines across Scotland and the UK this morning.

OpenGraph Image for BP confirms renewables row back and solar sale

BP confirms renewables row back and solar sale

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/bp-confirms-renewables-row-back-and-solar-sale

BP has formally announced its intention to slash investments in green energy and instead focus on ramping up oil and gas production.

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Subsea Micropiles secures £9.2m as it expands operations in Scotland

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/subsea-micropiles-secures-9-2m-as-it-expands-operations-in-scotland

Subsea Micropiles Ltd, which has an office in Banchory, has secured £9.2million to further develop its technology and expand operations in Scotland, which is expected to support around 100 jobs over the next five years.

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25% tariffs on EU will be announced soon, says Trump

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/25-tariffs-on-eu-will-be-announced-soon-says-trump

President Donald Trump has said he is planning to slap tariffs of 25% on goods made in the European Union, claiming the bloc was created to "screw the United States."

Market Watch: Instagram may launch Reels as separate app

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-instagram-may-launch-reels-as-separate-app
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Swinney aiming to stay on as first minister for next decade

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/swinney-aiming-to-stay-on-as-first-minister-for-next-decade

First Minister John Swinney has revealed he hopes to stay on in the role beyond the 2031 elections and possibly up to 2036.

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Chamber pushes energy sector concerns with Miliband at Westminster

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/chamber-pushes-energy-sector-concerns-with-miliband-at-westminster

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) met face-to-face with UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband at Westminster yesterday to discuss the energy transition and the crucial role that the North-east of Scotland will play in the UK Government’s clean energy ambition.

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Milestone birthday for Helideck inspector

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/milestone-birthday-for-helideck-inspector

Helideck Certification Agency Ltd is celebrating the 80th birthday of its valued employee Pete Garland, thought to be one of the oldest offshore workers in the North Sea.

Mackie’s posts profit increase having secured wider UK distribution

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/mackies-posts-profit-increase-having-secured-wider-uk-distribution

Aberdeenshire-based ice cream producer Mackie’s of Scotland has announced robust financial results and continued expansion, demonstrating resilience despite challenging market conditions.

Johnston Carmichael hires new partner as part of ongoing audit team growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/johnston-carmichael-hires-new-partner-as-part-of-ongoing-audit-team-growth

Leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its growing audit team with the appointment of a new partner.

Procurement Hub to exhibit at CIH Housing Scotland for the first time

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/procurement-hub-to-exhibit-at-cih-housing-scotland-for-the-first-time

Procurement Hub will be exhibiting at CIH Housing Scotland in Edinburgh for the first time this year, marking a significant milestone in its presence within the Scottish housing sector.

Mother Technologies expands with new office

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/mother-technologies-expands-with-new-office

Mother Technologies, leading Managed Services Provider, is excited to announce the relocation of their Edinburgh office to a new, larger space.