Creative & Digital Sector in Perth & Kinross
Perth and Kinross is home to a thriving creative community, proudly hosting The Famous Grouse Ideas Centre (FGIC) within Perth’s Creative Exchange. This unique incubator space presents a wealth of opportunities and support for individuals and SMEs working in the creative, digital, and technology sectors.
Perth's recent award as a UNESCO city of Crafts and Folk Arts - and subsequent inclusion in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network - has further strengthened this important sector, while paying tribute to the role of artisans and makers in Perth's history and heritage.
The technology community spans across diverse sectors, encompassing startups, SMEs, and renowned global brands such as Aviva, SSE, Highland Spring, and creative startups like Miconex Ltd.
Digital infrastructure and smart investing are paving the way for a brighter future through the pillars of energy, mobility, and digital integration. Driven by a £300 million City Deal, this initiative aims to increase business productivity, accelerate decarbonization, and create sustainable, high-worth jobs.
Scottish Yarn Festival Growth
Launched in 2016, Scottish Yarn Festival Director, Eva Christie, has created a must-visit destination event for lovers of crafting and fashion.
Based in Perthshire, and running for two days each September, the Scottish Yarn Festival is a celebration of all things yarn. Welcoming international delegates from 18 different countries, the event plays host to businesses from across the UK, as well as offering a series of lectures – speakers have included industry kingpins such as Amy Palko, Di Gilpin, and Jeanette Sloan BEM – books signings, gala dinners and fashions shows.