Get ready for Fife Business Week 2024

Fife’s annual business week is back and kicks off this Monday 4th November and runs until Friday 8th November.
Now in its 15th year, the week continues to offer a programme of inspiring workshops, masterclasses and networking opportunities, in person and online.
if you are looking for some inspiration, knowledge and networking, check out all the events and book your space now.

This Month's Edition of FBM Update Is Now Available

The latest edition of Fife Business Matters is now available featuring topics including the not to be missed Fife Business Week, sector innovations and achievements, local success stories and much more.
Businesses featured this month include KDM Group, Babcock, Pict Offshore, Fife Aluminium and Metal Company, Webster Designs and Nakey Bakey Company.
Click here to read it now

Looking For Resources And Support To Help You Strengthen Your Business?

Your business is unique, and that’s why the support you get should be bespoke too. Whether your objective is to run your business more efficiently or to find new markets, Business Gateway has resources and webinars available to help. And it’s all brought together in one place.
Our personalised resources save you time and help you understand your next steps based on the information you’ve provided about your objectives and priorities.
Click here to find out more

Grants for Fife Businesses

Fife Council’s SME Development Grant is designed to provide financial support to help Fife-based small and medium-sized enterprises develop and grow.
The fund provides small, non-repayable grants to help with costs in six eligible areas.

Click here to find out more

Scottish Enterprise Clean Heat annual conference

Clean Heat is Scotland’s largest annual event focused on providing clean, renewable heat for buildings in Scotland. It aims to create interest in the clean heat supply chain by showcasing the opportunities that exist within it.

Organised by Scottish Enterprise, this free, one-day conference in Glasgow will bring together public, private, and third-sector organisations to share their knowledge and expertise.

Click here to find out more

Funding For Development Of Hydrogen Projects

This Scottish Government funding will help cover development costs for projects that focus on the low-cost, efficient, and sustainable production of renewable hydrogen in Scotland.

This funding is specifically for projects seeking research and development support for development expenditure.
Click here to find out more

Fife Aluminium And Metal Company Expanding To Glenrothes

Specialists in architectural aluminium and metal products, the Fife Aluminium and Metal Company, has grown significantly over the last few years. Founded in 2017 by owner, Dale Robertson, he worked from a unit in The Avenue, Lochgelly which he soon outgrew.
With increased orders and new contracts, Dale looked for new premises that could fulfil the needs of the expanding business. He has now secured two units at Queensway Business Park in Glenrothes.
Click here to find out more

Supporting Food And Drink Businesses

Projects from across Scotland are being awarded grants of up to £5,000 to help to promote regional food and drink products and open up new markets.
Food festivals, workshops and markets celebrating produce from shellfish to whisky are among the 17 local and collaborative projects to receive support from the latest round of the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Regional Food Fund.

Click here to find out more

Collier Coffee Roasters, Where Every Cup Tells a Story

Located in the heart of Leven’s Bridge Street, Collier Coffee Roasters is more than just a coffee shop, it’s a beacon of community spirit and entrepreneurial innovation.
Founded by the enterprising Scott Harwood, this local hub has quickly become a beloved spot for coffee enthusiasts from Levenmouth and beyond.
Collier’s “Pay it Forward” coffee card initiative enables customers to purchase a coffee/drink for someone else who can redeem it by handing over the colourful card at the counter.

Click here to find out more

Help To Save Energy And Money In Your Business

Whether you’re just starting out on your energy-saving journey and need some impartial advice or are looking for expertise and funding to support your current plans, the Business Energy Scotland team is here to help.

You’ll get a dedicated Business Energy Advisor, supported by a team of technical specialists.

Click here to find out more

Enterprise Hub Fife, The Place To Do Business

Enterprise Hub Fife in Glenrothes is a one stop shop to inspire entrepreneurs and boost business growth.
Now it has been revamped to maximise the space to offer premium quality meeting rooms and office space.
Click here to find out more

Webinar - Marketing Your Business

This webinar will help you create a realistic marketing plan. It is designed to improve how you market your business and increase sales.

In this webinar, you will identify what your customers need and want, plan how they should be priced and how you will present your product or service to customers

Click here to find out more

Volunteering in Fife

There are hundreds of different ways to volunteer across Fife and there already tens of thousands of volunteers doing so! Why not join them?

Fife Voluntary Action promotes volunteering opportunities for hundreds of organisations across Fife. Our range of opportunities increases and varies month to month and you can choose from many different types of voluntary work in different environments.

Click here to find out more

International Trade Pathway - Import Processes and Documentation

Importing goods and supplies from around the world can give your business a competitive edge in your domestic market or make your production costs more cost-effective. However, negotiating the international marketplace can be complicated and created challenges for the inexperienced operator.
This workshop considers the basic procedures, terminology and documentation involved in importing, giving you the knowledge needed to trade with confidence.

Click here to find out more