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Daily Record
28-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Scotch Whisky fans say 'oui' to unique wine experience at Lanarkshire distillery
Jackton Distillery have partnered with a family-owned vineyard in France's Loire Valley to release a range of wine available only through the distillery. A prominent Lanarkshire whisky distillery has seen unprecedented demand from whisky fans looking to attend a brand new wine experience. Jackton Distillery, who make their own critically-acclaimed craft Scotch whiskies and gins, have partnered with a family-owned vineyard in France's Loire Valley to release a range of wine available only through the distillery. Tickets for the first chance to meet the East Kilbride-based distillery's wine experts, alongside a pairing of selected French cheeses, sold out shortly after being put on sale - with a long wait-list forming for any cancellations. The distillery have now announced a second wine event to meet demand, to take place on August 9. The demand for the RAER Alliance range, the name of which refers to the historic 'Auld Alliance' between Scotland and France, has been driven by increased interest from consumers for wines with a UK connection. 'The modern UK wine customer is now looking to support local every time they buy - just look at the growing trend south of the border for English wine,' said RAER Alliance's director, Peter East, 30. 'With the best will in the world, we couldn't grow our own vines in Scotland – we don't exactly get Mediterranean weather in Glasgow – so it was amazing to have French winemaker Sébastien Fricker bring the French connection to us.' 'I'm not at all surprised that our first wine tasting completely sold out. This is a one-of-a-kind experience for whisky fans, and let me be totally honest here – the wines are simply 'magnifique'.' There are currently six wines in the RAER Alliance range, all originating from the Domaine des Elettes vineyard in La Loire. These include a sparkling AOP Crémant de Loire – the Loire Valley's version of a Champagne – which is made from hand-harvested grapes and traditionally aged for twelve months in Inox vats. Bottles can be purchased direct from the distillery, or from select wine retailers in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Only a limited number of bottles are available for purchase each year. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
The National
15-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Scottish firm to use £3m grant to develop battery storage alternative
East Kilbride-based Innovatium will use the grant to accelerate work on its alternative to lithium-ion batteries for the storage of renewable energy. The PRISMA Advanced Liquid Air Energy Storage system has been designed to use off-peak electricity to cool and liquefy compressed air – and then convert that liquid energy back into compressed air to generate power when needed. The company says the system 'aims to resolve the intermittency and fluctuating supply issues seen in renewable energy generation' and hopes to create 30 jobs in Scotland over the next four years. READ MORE: 36,000 new mortgages for first-time buyers: What it means for you Hitachi Industrial Equipment Solutions (HIES) has also invested, making it's first investment in a Scottish company., and will open international opportunities for the firm. Brian Jack, CEO of Innovatium Group, said: 'We've entered a new and very exciting growth phase for us which includes immediate plans to expand our team, advance PRISMA technology, and build additional depth within the business to meet rising demand from customers. 'This investment gives us the platform to scale-up significantly and we can now offer a much broader portfolio of solutions, creating new value for our customers in the UK and globally. We have never been better placed to deliver solutions to support the energy transition.' Ailsa Young, investment director, Scottish National Investment Bank said: 'Innovatium's novel, patented technology is highly scalable and has the potential to significantly reduce industrial carbon emissions across a range of energy-intensive industries, including data centres where the rapid acceleration of AI has caused environmental concern. 'As an impact investor, we were attracted to Innovatium's potential to be a driver of Scotland's net-zero economy, and we are pleased to be investing alongside Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems, which will also be supporting the commercial rollout of PRISMA.'
Daily Record
08-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
East Kilbride software experts sign game-changing new partnership with Caledonia Gladiators
As part of the deal, Eureka Solutions will become an official sponsor of the Caledonia Gladiators for the upcoming 2025/26 season. Scotland's only professional basketball team has made a slam dunk in its off-court operations by signing a game-changing new partnership. Caledonia Gladiators has teamed up with fellow East Kilbride-based firm, Eureka Solutions in a partnership that will help support complex behind-the-scenes processes at the club. As part of the deal, Eureka will become an official sponsor of the Caledonia Gladiators for the upcoming 2025/26 season. Partnering with seasoned pros Eureka Solutions will play a crucial part in the Gladiators' long-term business plan: modernising its back-end financial systems to support its continued success as one of the UK's fastest growing professional sports franchises. As a trusted partner of iplicit - cloud accounting's market disruptor - Eureka enables businesses to reduce overheads, automate routine tasks, and simplify financial operations, by providing a streamlined and user-friendly platform that improves financial management. Callum Mackie, Sponsorships and Partnerships Lead at Caledonia Gladiators, said: 'We had outgrown the functionality offered by our previous software provider and were looking to find a new solution that could help modernise our systems. 'As a local company, we were aware of Eureka Solutions and its excellent reputation within the sector. iplicit was presented to us as a potential solution after an initial discussion about our goals around group reporting and group structure and we were keen to explore that option.' The project will see Caledonia Gladiators enhance back-office operations with a two-pronged solution; implementing iplicit financial software alongside its own integration tool, Besyncly, to automate manual tasks and provide consolidated reporting to support the franchise's growth. Callum added: 'Working with Eureka Solutions will really make an impact on how we run things behind the scenes. 'It'll help free up valuable time for our team, improve the accuracy of our reporting, and give us confidence that our systems can keep pace as we continue to grow. 'That kind of support is game-changing for a club with big ambitions, both on and off the court.' David Lindores, CEO at Eureka Solutions, said: 'We're proud to be partnering with a club that's breaking new ground in Scottish sport. Caledonia Gladiators' drive for operational excellence mirrors our own ethos, and we're looking forward to being part of that journey. 'As professional sports clubs continue to grow, there is increasing recognition that behind-the-scenes operations can have a significant impact on both business and team success. 'With the help of iplicit and Besyncly, we're ensuring the Gladiators are equipped with a flexible, future-proof solution. 'This project is a great example of what our team does best: solving complex integration challenges with clarity and precision. It's down to this that we've carved out a niche in the professional sports world as the go-to business solutions partner.' With plans in place for a 6,000-seat stadium, and a track record of parity across its men's and women's teams, the franchise has become a pioneer for Scottish basketball. David added: 'This is more than a sponsorship, it's a strategic partnership. The exposure is great, of course, but it's the alignment in vision and ambition that makes this such a natural fit. We're looking forward to a successful season on and off the court.' Eureka Solutions adds Caledonia Gladiators to its growing roster of professional sports organisations, including football clubs Aberdeen, Millwall, Hearts and Luton Town, as well as golfing organisation The R&A.
Daily Record
30-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
South Lanarkshire locals invited to shape future of Kilbryde Hospice care at community roadshows
Three local roadshows will invite open discussion on Kilbryde Hospice's impact and future plans. Kilbryde Hospice is to host a series of community roadshows across South Lanarkshire. The roadshows will take place in October, following the East Kilbride-based palliative care centre's open Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 17. These events will be an important opportunity for local people to shape the future of hospice care in East Kilbride and Strathaven, Rutherglen and Cambuslang and Hamilton and Blantyre. The AGM will bring together trustees, staff, volunteers and community representatives to reflect on the past year and outline strategic priorities going forward. Three local roadshows will invite open discussion on Kilbryde Hospice's impact and future plans: Wednesday, October 1 – St Columbkille's Church Hall, Rutherglen; Wednesday, October 22 – Blantyre/Hamilton (venue tbc); Wednesday, October 29 – Calderwood Baptist Church, East Kilbride. 'These roadshows are more than just meetings - they reaffirm our vital role in the heart of the communities we serve,' said Gordon McHugh, chief executive of Kilbryde Hospice. 'We want to hear what matters most and ensure Kilbryde continues to meet local needs with compassion, dignity and respect.' Kilbryde Hospice invites all those with an interest in palliative care and community support to attend and share their views. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook?
The National
12-06-2025
- Business
- The National
Scotbeef Inverurie abattoir shuts doors after 100 years
The Scotbeef site in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, closed its doors on Wednesday, with the company saying the decision was necessary to protect the long-term future of the business. According to the Scottish Farmer, staff were told to go home on Wednesday, while farmers with livestock booked in were informed that their animals were no longer required. A redundancy process is now under way with staff, as Scotbeef said it would ensure all affected employees were supported. According to the BBC, up to 90 jobs have been lost. The family-owned businesses was founded in 1920 and supplies beef and lamb to UK retailers. It is a subsidiary of East Kilbride-based JW Galloway. READ MORE: Poundland 'to close 100 stores' after being sold for £1 Scotbeef has two other Scottish sites – in East Kilbride and Annan – as well as three sites south of the Border, in Sheffield, Heysham and Wolverhampton. A spokesperson for Scotbeef Inverurie said: "Despite our best efforts to address the sustained challenges within the UK meat and beef industry over the past 18 months, we have unfortunately taken the difficult decision to close our Inverurie site. "Decisions such as these are never easy, and we understand that there will be a significant impact on our staff, many of whom have shown loyalty and commitment to the business over many years. 'We are actively working with other businesses in the meat industry to identify alternative employment opportunities, as well as offering roles at other Scotbeef sites for those who may wish to relocate.'
