OpenGraph Image for Tuesday, February 3, 2026: Today's business headlines

Tuesday, February 3, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/tuesday-february-3-2026-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Aberdeen Airport drop-off fee increased - but remains below London and Bristol counterparts

Aberdeen Airport drop-off fee increased - but remains below London and Bristol counterparts

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-airport-drop-off-fee-increased-but-remains-below-london-and-bristol-counterparts

A rise in Express Drop Off charges at Aberdeen International Airport has been confirmed as part of wider efforts to support investment in infrastructure and the retention and growth of air routes.

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Record-breaking line-up for Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks makes it the biggest in Scotland

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/record-breaking-line-up-for-aberdeen-restaurant-weeks-makes-it-the-biggest-in-scotland

Aberdeen Restaurant Weeks is set to return this month with a record number of venues taking part – making it the largest event of its kind in Scotland.

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Energy policy and costs are holding back UK investment, BP and Amazon warn

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/energy-policy-and-costs-and-holding-back-uk-investment-bp-and-amazon-warn

Senior figures from BP and Amazon have warned that energy policy and high energy costs are making the UK a less attractive destination for investment.

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Market Watch: EU 'open-minded' on talks with UK on customs union

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-eu-open-minded-on-talks-with-uk-on-customs-union

The European commissioner for finance has revealed the EU would be "open-minded" about closer ties with the UK - including the possibility of forming a customs union.

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Seasonal Discussions returns for 2026 with Pink Sphynx Media founder Erin Walker

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/seasonal-discussions-returns-for-2026-with-pink-sphynx-media-founder-erin-walker

Seasonal Discussions has officially returned for 2026, launching the new year with a fresh episode focused on creativity, entrepreneurship and standing out in a competitive landscape.

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Police review claims Mandelson leaked confidential government emails to Epstein

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/police-review-claims-mandelson-leaked-confidential-government-emails-to-epstein

Scotland Yard is reviewing allegations that Peter Mandelson leaked confidential Downing Street emails and market-sensitive government information to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

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EPIT to attend Subsea Expo 2026

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/epit-to-attend-subsea-expo-2026

EPIT Group, a specialist provider of training, assessment and competency services for engineers and technicians working in hazardous, industrial and offshore environments, will be attending Subsea Expo 2026, February 4 to 5, at P&J Live in Aberdeen.

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Billion-NOK contract for helicopter transportation and emergency preparedness in the Barents Sea

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/billion-nok-contract-for-helicopter-transportation-and-emergency-preparedness-in-the-barents-sea

Equinor and Vår Energi have awarded Bristow a new, long-term contract for helicopter transportation and search and rescue (SAR) services from the base in Hammerfest.

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Aberdeen FC Community Trust announces appointment of chair and vice chair

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-fc-community-trust-announces-appointment-of-chair-and-vice-chair

Aberdeen FC Community Trust (AFCCT) is pleased to announce Matt Nicol as its chair and Jim Buchan as vice chair.

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Views sought on future of Balmedie Country Park

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/views-sought-on-future-of-balmedie-country-park

Aberdeenshire Council is working with Balmedie Country Park Group to encourage locals and visitors to share their views on the future of the award-winning coastal attraction.

New study shows that extensive tree planting would be necessary to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in Scotland’s livestock sector by 2050

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/new-study-shows-that-extensive-tree-planting-would-be-necessary-to-achieve-net-zero-carbon-emissions-in-scotlands-livestock-sector-by-2050

A new study from The James Hutton Institute has shown that planting several hundred thousand hectares of new woodland and agroforestry would be necessary to help Scotland achieve net-zero carbon emissions in the livestock sector by 2050.