OpenGraph Image for Wednesday, May 6, 2026: Today's business headlines

Wednesday, May 6, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/wednesday-may-6-2026-todays-business-headlines

Union Street revamp works are “likely” to spiral into the autumn as a new report warns of yet more delays.

OpenGraph Image for Rally hotel bonanza set to turbocharge Aberdeen economy

Rally hotel bonanza set to turbocharge Aberdeen economy

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/rally-hotel-bonanza-set-to-turbocharge-aberdeen-economy

Aberdeen hotels are set for a major tourism bonanza after councillors were told the World Rally Championship could generate around 76,000 hotel room nights and inject up to £20 million a year into the city economy alone.

OpenGraph Image for Castlegate BrewDog to reopen today as new owner strikes Fringe deal

Castlegate BrewDog to reopen today as new owner strikes Fringe deal

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/castlegate-brewdog-to-reopen-today-as-new-owner-strikes-fringe-deal

Aberdeen's BrewDog bar on Union Street is set to reopen to customers from midday today.

OpenGraph Image for Reach revenues fall 6.9% as Google traffic slump hits digital business

Reach revenues fall 6.9% as Google traffic slump hits digital business

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/reach-revenues-fall-6-9-as-google-traffic-slump-hits-digital-business

The publisher of the Daily Record and Aberdeen Live has reported a near 7% drop in group revenue at the start of 2026 as continued disruption to Google-driven traffic hit its digital business.

OpenGraph Image for Oil price falls as Trump pauses 'Operation Freedom' for peace talks

Oil price falls as Trump pauses 'Operation Freedom' for peace talks

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/oil-price-falls-as-trump-pauses-operation-freedom-for-peace-talks

Oil prices eased in Wednesday trade in Asia as Donald Trump announced he is pausing "Operation Freedom" to seek talks to end the war.

OpenGraph Image for Aberdeen landmark enters new era with launch of the Net Zero Technology Centre Technology Testing Hub

Aberdeen landmark enters new era with launch of the Net Zero Technology Centre Technology Testing Hub

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-landmark-enters-new-era-with-launch-of-the-net-zero-technology-centre-technology-testing-hub

A major milestone in the evolution of Scotland’s energy transition sector has been reached as the Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) is set to reopen the former Weatherford Evaluation Centre, located within Aberdeen Energy Park at Bridge of Don.

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Most living in the Highlands support moratorium on new offshore wind developments

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/most-living-in-the-highlands-support-moratorium-on-new-offshore-wind-developments

A clear majority of Scots support a moratorium on further offshore wind development until the impacts on fishermen are fully assessed and compensation arrangements are agreed, according to new polling carried out on behalf of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation.

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Two new public access defibrillators installed in Aberdeen thanks to community fundraising

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/two-new-public-access-defibrillators-installed-in-aberdeen-thanks-to-community-fundraising

Two new public access defibrillators (PADs) have been installed in Aberdeen, strengthening local emergency response and helping to save lives in the event of cardiac arrest.

OpenGraph Image for Tidy Green Clean launches new construction and lettings cleaning services

Tidy Green Clean launches new construction and lettings cleaning services

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/tidy-green-clean-launches-new-construction-and-lettings-cleaning-services

Tidy Green Clean is excited to announce the expansion of its services with the introduction of two new specialist sectors: Construction Cleaning and Letting Agent Cleaning.

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Home-Start Aberdeen earns Investing in Volunteers accreditation

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/home-start-aberdeen-earns-investing-in-volunteers-accreditation

Home-Start Aberdeen has been awarded the Investing in Volunteers (IiV) accreditation, recognising the charity’s commitment to providing a high-quality experience for its volunteers.

OpenGraph Image for Odfjell Technology 2026 fundraising challenge in support of Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation

Odfjell Technology 2026 fundraising challenge in support of Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/odfjell-technology-2026-fundraising-challenge-in-support-of-abbies-sparkle-foundation

Following a close-run nomination and voting cycle in December 2025, the local charity Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation has been selected by the Odfjell Technology UK team as its chosen cause for 2026.

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University of Aberdeen wins Best Events Team for the second time

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/university-of-aberdeen-wins-best-events-team-for-the-second-time

Staff at the University of Aberdeen have been named Best Events Team at the prestigious Scottish Event Awards, recognising their outstanding work and contribution to Scotland’s events industry.