OpenGraph Image for Whisky giant sees profit drop amid global slump

Whisky giant sees profit drop amid global slump

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/whisky-giant-sees-profit-drop-amid-global-slump

The Scottish billionaire whisky family behind Glenfiddich distillery has reported a sharp decline in annual profits in new results.

OpenGraph Image for Breaking: Wood Group provides update as potential takeover progresses

Breaking: Wood Group provides update as potential takeover progresses

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/breaking-wood-group-provides-update-as-potential-takeover-progresses

Wood Group has this morning announced an update on its proposed takeover by Sidara, confirming there is now "commercial alignment on the headline terms of the proposed refinancing".

OpenGraph Image for Breaking: Aberdeen-based First Group acquires Leeds coach firm

Breaking: Aberdeen-based First Group acquires Leeds coach firm

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/breaking-aberdeen-based-first-group-acquires-leeds-coach-firm

Aberdeen-headquartered First Group this morning announced it has acquired Leeds bus and coach operator Tetley's Motor Services.

OpenGraph Image for 220 MPs urge Starmer to recognise Palestinian state

220 MPs urge Starmer to recognise Palestinian state

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/220-mps-urge-starmer-to-recognise-palestinian-state

Sir Keir Starmer is under increasing pressure to recognise a Palestinian state, with more than a third of MPs signing a cross-party letter.

OpenGraph Image for Trump urged to raise North Sea concerns with Prime Minister

Trump urged to raise North Sea concerns with Prime Minister

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/trump-urged-to-raise-north-sea-concerns-with-prime-minister

Donald Trump is being urged to raise concerns about the future of the North Sea energy sector with Sir Keir Starmer during talks in Aberdeenshire today.

OpenGraph Image for AMS Global Group holds first Advisory Board meeting at Pittodrie

AMS Global Group holds first Advisory Board meeting at Pittodrie

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/ams-global-group-holds-first-advisory-board-meeting-at-pittodrie

AMS Global Group has convened its inaugural Advisory Board meeting at Pittodrie Stadium, underlining the company’s ambition to strengthen corporate governance and drive sustainable growth across its international operations.

OpenGraph Image for AAB appoints former EY partner as new head of tax

AAB appoints former EY partner as new head of tax

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aab-appoints-former-ey-partner-as-new-head-of-tax

Leading professional services firm AAB, has announced the appointment of Mark Lappin as Head of Tax, reinforcing the firm’s ambition to deliver market-leading tax services across the UK and globally.

OpenGraph Image for ITWORX UK marks 15 years with record-breaking growth

ITWORX UK marks 15 years with record-breaking growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/itworx-uk-marks-15-years-with-record-breaking-growth

Leading Aberdeen-based IT and Communications Managed Services provider ITWORX UK is proudly celebrating its 15th year in business with its strongest start to a year on record - securing 15 new contract wins in the first half of 2025 alone.

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Trump’s Scotland visit is an unexpected reminder we still need the North Sea

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/trumps-scotland-visit-is-an-unexpected-reminder-we-still-need-the-north-sea

Since the release of Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce’s 41st Energy Transition report in May, the same views have continued to reverberate across boardrooms, industry panels and strategic documents: the UK must accelerate progress on energy transition, investment and long-term policy clarity as soon as possible.

OpenGraph Image for Integrity HSE: Growing in the UK defence and aerospace sector

Integrity HSE: Growing in the UK defence and aerospace sector

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/integrity-hse-growing-in-the-uk-defence-and-aerospace-sector

Integrity HSE, based at 56 Queens Road in Aberdeen, has now won even more work within the defence and aerospace sector, this time being invited to attend submarine and shipyards in Barrow-in-Furness and Portsmouth to train leadership and risk management.

OpenGraph Image for University of Aberdeen launches new spin-out Brigid Bio

University of Aberdeen launches new spin-out Brigid Bio

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/university-of-aberdeen-launches-new-spin-out-brigid-bio

The University of Aberdeen today announces the launch of a new spin-out company developing novel immunotherapies to combat invasive fungal infections.

OpenGraph Image for Johnston Carmichael Wealth strengthens team with senior appointment

Johnston Carmichael Wealth strengthens team with senior appointment

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/johnston-carmichael-wealth-strengthens-team-with-senior-appointment

Johnston Carmichael Wealth has appointed Leigh Townsley as chartered financial planner, strengthening its team in response to growing demand for trusted, personalised financial advice.