OpenGraph Image for Friday, May 1, 2026: Today's business headlines

Friday, May 1, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/friday-may-1-2026-todays-business-headlines

Almost 4,000 more hospitality jobs are on the line after Whitbread revealed it would shut the remainder of its restaurants as part of a reset of its five-year strategy.

OpenGraph Image for Britain “most exposed” to jet fuel shortages following refinery closures

Britain “most exposed” to jet fuel shortages following refinery closures

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/britain-most-exposed-to-jet-fuel-shortages-following-refinery-closures

The UK faces a heightened risk of summer travel disruption due to its reliance on imported jet fuel, with analysts warning it is more exposed than any other European country.

OpenGraph Image for President Trump to remove whisky tariffs after Royal visit

President Trump to remove whisky tariffs after Royal visit

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/president-trump-to-remove-whisky-tariffs-after-royal-visit

US President Donald Trump has announced he will remove all tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports following the state visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

OpenGraph Image for Megan Thom moves to Integrity QHSE

Megan Thom moves to Integrity QHSE

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/megan-thom-moves-to-integrity-qhse

Integrity QHSE is delighted to announce another appointment to its growing Aberdeen team. Megan Thom has joined the award-winning QHSE consultancy as an HSE Advisor, and brings with her a range of skills that match the organisation’s strategic expansion.

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Aqura Systems wins Regional EDGE Winner of Winners Award

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aqura-systems-wins-regional-edge-winner-of-winners-award

Aqura Systems, an Aberdeen-based technology company developing an autonomous AI-driven microorganism identification system, has been named the winner of the prestigious Regional EDGE Winner of Winners (WOW) Award. 

OpenGraph Image for National awards success for Tall Ships Aberdeen

National awards success for Tall Ships Aberdeen

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/national-awards-success-for-tall-ships-aberdeen

Aberdeen has been awarded two prestigious awards in the Scottish Event Awards, which celebrate excellence and innovation in Scottish events.

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Laurie Watson returns to Royal Aberdeen with an eye on the future

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/laurie-watson-returns-to-royal-aberdeen-with-an-eye-on-the-future

Royal Aberdeen Golf Club has announced the appointment of Laurie Watson as its new General Manager, marking a significant leadership addition as the Club looks ahead to its 250th anniversary in 2030.

OpenGraph Image for Flylogix recruiting for Remote Pilot to support expanding operations

Flylogix recruiting for Remote Pilot to support expanding operations

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/flylogix-recruiting-for-remote-pilot-to-support-expanding-operations

Flylogix, a leading innovator in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations, is recruiting for a Remote Pilot to support its continued expansion.

OpenGraph Image for Johnston Carmichael appoints new Audit Director in Aberdeen

Johnston Carmichael appoints new Audit Director in Aberdeen

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/johnston-carmichael-appoints-new-audit-director-in-aberdeen

Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its audit offering in Aberdeen with the appointment of Teresa Gilligan as audit director to support the firm’s continued investment in the North East.

OpenGraph Image for Arbroath charity chosen for bp cycle funding as chairman takes on 240-mile challenge

Arbroath charity chosen for bp cycle funding as chairman takes on 240-mile challenge

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/arbroath-charity-chosen-for-bp-cycle-funding-as-chairman-takes-on-240-mile-challenge

Arbroath FC Community Trust has been selected as one of four charities to receive funding from bp’s Coast 2 Coast charity cycle, with chairman Barry Valentine set to saddle up for his toughest challenge yet in support of young people in his hometown.

OpenGraph Image for Chartering operation delivers 1,400 MT from Cape Town to Walvis Bay

Chartering operation delivers 1,400 MT from Cape Town to Walvis Bay

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/chartering-operation-delivers-1-400-mt-from-cape-town-to-walvis-bay

TLC has successfully completed a chartering operation between Cape Town and Walvis Bay involving the transport of approximately 1,400 metric tons of cargo.

OpenGraph Image for P&J Live partners with Step Change In Safety to launch Workforce Wellbeing & Safety Expo

P&J Live partners with Step Change In Safety to launch Workforce Wellbeing & Safety Expo

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/p-j-live-partners-with-step-change-in-safety-to-launch-workforce-wellbeing-safety-expo

Following the successful acquisition of the Safety Expo in 2025, Aberdeen’s P&J Live has teamed up with Step Change in Safety (SCiS), the not-for-profit organisation dedicated to preventing incidents and injuries across the energy industry, to relaunch and rebrand the conference and exhibition as the Workforce Wellbeing & Safety Expo.