OpenGraph Image for Thursday, April 16, 2026: Today's business headlines

Thursday, April 16, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/thursday-april-16-2026-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Market Watch: UK lines up 'trade bazooka' powers to impose retaliatory sanctions

Market Watch: UK lines up 'trade bazooka' powers to impose retaliatory sanctions

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-uk-lines-up-trade-bazooka-powers-to-impose-retaliatory-sanctions

The UK is drawing up plans to give ministers an EU-inspired "trade bazooka", allowing them to impose extensive sanctions to counter "economic coercion".

OpenGraph Image for Drivers slow to 10mph in A90 fuel protest

Drivers slow to 10mph in A90 fuel protest

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/drivers-slow-to-10mph-in-a90-fuel-protest

North-east drivers slowed traffic to around 10mph on the A90 last night as part of a fuel protest.

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Plans to turn old RGU student union into hotel and restaurant

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/plans-to-turn-old-rgu-student-union-into-hotel-and-restaurant

London-based developer Grove Hotels has unveiled plans to turn the vacant from RGU student union building into a hotel and Italian restaurant.

OpenGraph Image for One hundred jobs at risk as Spirit Energy announces restructure

One hundred jobs at risk as Spirit Energy announces restructure

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/one-hundred-jobs-at-risk-as-spirit-energy-announces-restructure

Around 100 jobs are at risk at Aberdeen energy firm Spirit Energy under plans plans for a major restructure at the North Sea operator.

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Poll: SNP on course for Holyrood majority and IndyRef mandate

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/poll-snp-on-course-for-holyrood-majority-and-indyref-mandate

A new poll has revealed the SNP is set to secure a majority in next month's Holyrood election, giving John Swinney a mandate to negotiate with Westminster on a second independence referendum.

OpenGraph Image for Am Sci Tech agrees terms with premium gym operator at Aberdeen Energy Park

Am Sci Tech agrees terms with premium gym operator at Aberdeen Energy Park

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/am-sci-tech-agrees-terms-with-premium-gym-operator-at-aberdeen-energy-park

R+R Fitness is set to open this month at Aberdeen Energy Park, having agreed terms with AM Sci Tech, to occupy the Innovation Centre in Bridge of Don, marking an exciting addition to the area’s growing range of amenities.

OpenGraph Image for Fierce say cheers to Nuart Aberdeen with an exclusive beer to celebrate the return of Scotland’s national street art festival

Fierce say cheers to Nuart Aberdeen with an exclusive beer to celebrate the return of Scotland’s national street art festival

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/fierce-say-cheers-to-nuart-aberdeen-with-an-exclusive-beer-to-celebrate-the-return-of-scotlands-national-street-art-festival

Acclaimed brewers Fierce Beer are saying cheers to Nuart Aberdeen with an exclusive brew to celebrate the return of Scotland’s national street art festival to the Granite City next week.

Fugro seeking Senior HR Business Partner

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/fugro-seeking-senior-hr-business-partner

Are you ready to be a change agent, value creator, and connector?

OpenGraph Image for WTA Energy strengthens Middle East operations with appointment of Richard Wilson

WTA Energy strengthens Middle East operations with appointment of Richard Wilson

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/wta-energy-strengthens-middle-east-operations-with-appointment-of-richard-wilson

WTA Energy has strengthened its Middle East operations with the appointment of Richard Wilson to its Dubai team as Managing Director.

OpenGraph Image for Local businessman brings community together through music in support of Archway

Local businessman brings community together through music in support of Archway

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/local-businessman-brings-community-together-through-music-in-support-of-archway

A Banchory businessman is combining his passion for music with his personal experience as a parent to create a  special fundraising event in support of local charity, Archway.

OpenGraph Image for RAF Veteran Shaun Moat strides out for Erskine Veterans Aberdeen Kiltwalk

RAF Veteran Shaun Moat strides out for Erskine Veterans Aberdeen Kiltwalk

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/raf-veteran-shaun-moat-strides-out-for-erskine-veterans-aberdeen-kiltwalk

A supporter and member of the Erskine Veterans Activity Centre North in Forres, Shaun Moat, has set himself the challenge of taking on the Mighty Stride at the Aberdeen Kiltwalk in support of Erskine Veterans Charity.