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Aberdeen Performing Arts appoints Director of People, Culture and Organisational Development

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-performing-arts-appoints-director-of-people-culture-and-organisational-development

Aberdeen Performing Arts has appointed Angie McKenna as its new Director of People, Culture and Organisational Development, completing a strengthened executive leadership team designed to support the charitable organisation's future growth.

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Beautiful Scotland judges in Aberdeen

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/beautiful-scotland-judges-in-aberdeen

Aberdeen’s beautiful parks and green spaces blossomed with bonny blooms when judges from the prestigious Beautiful Scotland competition toured around the city as part of their deliberations.

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Market Watch: St. James's Place clients enjoy 16% investment return

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-st-jamess-place-clients-enjoy-16-investment-return

St. James's Place said its one million clients enjoyed healthy annualised investment returns in the first half of 2026.

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Funding for Shetland clean fuels hub

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/funding-for-shetland-clean-fuels-hub

The development of a clean fuels hub on Shetland will get financial backing from the Scottish Government, Energy Minister Stephen Gethins announced ahead of a visit to Sullom Voe Terminal.

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PM joins critics slamming plan to sell stakes in World Cup

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/pm-joins-critics-slamming-plan-to-sell-stakes-in-world-cup

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has joined those hitting out at plans from Fifa President Gianni Infantino to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.

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James Fisher defence arm offsets energy slow down

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/james-fisher-defence-arm-offsets-energy-slow-down

James Fisher and Sons has become the latest maritime services firm to see slowing energy profits offset by its thriving defence business.

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Wednesday, July 29, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/wednesday-july-29-2026-todays-business-headlines

FirstGroup has agreed to sell its rail software subsidiary Mistral Data Services to Tracsis for an enterprise value of £48 million, with the cash sale expected to complete by 31 October, subject to regulatory approval.

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How joining forces with LSH has positioned Ryden for its next phase of growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/how-joining-forces-with-lsh-has-positioned-ryden-for-its-next-phase-of-growth

Strategic partnerships are often judged on whether they change a business. A year after Ryden joined forces with Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH), I've come to a different conclusion.

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Aberdeen's Film-Ocean expands with Newcastle office, reinforcing UK-wide growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeens-film-ocean-expands-with-newcastle-office-reinforcing-uk-wide-growth

Aberdeenshire-based subsea ROV inspection and intervention specialist, Film-Ocean, has opened a new office at the Cobalt Business Exchange near Newcastle — a significant step in the company's growth and a reinforcement of its commitment to delivering for clients across the offshore energy sector.

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Aberdeen film company Signal commended in Parliament

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-film-company-signal-commended-in-parliament

Aberdeen-based video production company Signal has been honoured in the Scottish Parliament for its contribution to the region’s creative industries.

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From first search to check out: Why customer experience is hospitality’s greatest differentiator, in the North-east and beyond

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/from-first-search-to-check-out-why-customer-experience-is-hospitalitys-greatest-differentiator-in-the-north-east-and-beyond

The North‑east’s hospitality and tourism scene is one of its biggest assets, drawing visitors with its landscapes, culture, food and warm welcome. But expectations are changing.

OpenGraph Image for TechX Cohort 9 launches with renewed focus on growing energy technology businesses in North-east Scotland

TechX Cohort 9 launches with renewed focus on growing energy technology businesses in North-east Scotland

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/techx-cohort-9-launches-with-renewed-focus-on-growing-energy-technology-businesses-in-north-east-scotland

The Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) has opened applications for Cohort 9 of its TechX Energy Transition Accelerator, unveiling a refreshed programme for startups developing innovative technologies in Scotland.