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This year, in lieu of Christmas cards and gifts, Northern Light have made a donation to Lochaber Food Bank and Shelter. Both charities are vital all year round but even more so around the Christmas period. After this past year, the work they contribute to the local community is ever more important. We would likeContinue reading “Merry Christmas from all at Northern Light”

After a disappointing start to the year with working-from-home and lockdown fatigue – we are delighted to end the year on high with numerous exciting and innovative projects at varying stages all progressing well. In October we commenced a study on behalf of Aberdeenshire Council, investigating the feasibility of opening a fish market at MacduffContinue reading “Farming, Fish Markets & Football!”

Earlier this year, we were delighted to undertake a feasibility study for Aberdeenshire Council examining the opportunities available for seaweed cultivation on the North Aberdeenshire coast. We looked at a number of suitable locations across this geographical area, consulted with potential end users and relevant stakeholders such as existing marine users and the local community.Continue reading “Seaweed cultivation recommended as a viable business opportunity in North Aberdeenshire”

Northern Light is delighted to now be accredited with the Scottish Business Pledge. This commitment promotes fairness, equality, opportunity and innovation in Scotland, which in turn creates greater economic success and sustainable, inclusive growth. The values and ethos of the pledge very much reflects the values of Northern Light. For more information on the pledgeContinue reading “Scottish Business Pledge”

A key part of supporting our clients with delivering projects  is ensuring they have the necessary funding streams in place to reach successful completion. Whether that may be the initial feasibility study or to complete the final phase of construction to take their project to the next level. Over the last 3 years we haveContinue reading “Services we provide: Grant Funding Support”

Covid-19 has changed the world we live in, including our working practices. Trying to strike the balance between work life and home life has become something that we have all had to contend with, whether it is adapting to working from home or home schooling. At a time in which life is challenging to usContinue reading “Northern Lights newest recruits!”

Late last year we were delighted to be involved in Lochaber Chambers fantastic aquaculture insights event. Topics covered included sustainability, business development and growth opportunities, innovations, career paths and skills training. Northern Light Director, Greg Riddle, discussed the importance of delivering innovation projects in order to support sustainable growth within the aquaculture sector. We wereContinue reading “Lochaber Chamber of Commerce – Meeting of Minds Event”

This year, in lieu of Christmas cards and gifts, Northern Light have made a donation to Lochaber Mindfit. Lochaber MindFit is a peer-to-peer support group for residents of Lochaber with the express purpose of providing emotional support at difficult times for people who have been affected by the issue of anxiety, depression or suicide, whetherContinue reading “Merry Christmas from all at Northern Light!”

We are really looking forward to taking part in this very exciting new event for the aquaculture industry. Discussing all things innovation and opportunities it can provide! Northern Light Director Greg Riddle will be speaking on the importance of delivering innovation projects in order to support sustainable growth within the aquaculture sector. This virtual eventContinue reading “Lochaber Chamber of Commerce – A Meeting of Minds”

Last week, Northern light took part as a delegate on Lochaber Chamber of Commerce’s first virtual trade mission to Nova Scotia. In the ever changing world we have found ourselves in technology has become a key tool over the last few months. A virtual trade mission – perhaps a concept we could have only haveContinue reading “Our Virtual Trip to Nova Scotia!”