Strategically located and well connected.

The South of Scotland is located in the heart of the UK and boasts unbeatable connectivity across the UK, Europe, and beyond. With abundant space, rich natural resources, a skilled and passionate workforce, and unparalleled expertise & government support, our vibrant region is perfectly equipped to bring your vision to life.

Why the South of Scotland?

Take a peek at why the investors and businesses who are situated here already love it so much...

Strategic Location

The South of Scotland is strategically located at the centre of the UK and offers excellent transport links to the UK, Europe and beyond with convenient access to ports, airports and motorways.

Demographics

Supportive Business Environment

The South's local authorities, business networks, its dedicated economic & community development agency (SOSE), and enterprise agencies are ready to help you succeed with tailored support and incentives.

Business Support

Opportunity To Grow

The South of Scotland offers an abundance of available land and properties ready to be developed and/or inhabited by investors and businesses looking to build, expand, and innovate.

Available Properties & Land

A More Competitive Solution

The South of Scotland is a region that offers property and a talented workforce, without the worry of urban overheads and higher costs of living. Investors and businesses can scale efficiently with competitive costs and strong local support.

Regional Advantages

Unmatched Quality of Life

The South of Scotland offers an exceptional work-life balance in a region renowned for its natural beauty, safe communities, and unique culture. The region provides space, affordability, and the ability to relax or chase adventure that attracts and retains top talent.

Why The South of Scotland?

Where Innovation Meets Heritage

The South of Scotland is a region of untapped potential, combining forward-looking innovation in tech, renewable energy, and creative industries with a strong heritage in food, textiles, and manufacturing. It’s a place where tradition and modern growth coexist, creating unique opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs.

Success Stories

The UK’s first Natural Capital Innovation Zone

Designated as Scotland’s Natural Capital Innovation Zone (NCIZ) in 2023 thanks to the region’s leading expertise, partnerships, and projects in natural capital - the NCIZ is a bold, forward-looking driver using the region’s natural assets to power a greener, fairer, more prosperous future.

Scotland's Natural Capital Innovation Zone (NCIZ)

The high growth sectors that make us great

Investors and professionals are seizing opportunities across a range of sectors where the South of Scotland leads. Click to explore.

Energy Transition

Powering change from the heart of the UK, The South of Scotland is one of the UK’s most exciting frontiers for energy transition investment and is leading the charge to become the nation’s first net zero region.

Tech Innovation & Advanced Manufacturing

The South of Scotland is where technology, outstanding natural resources and advanced manufacturing come together to turn trailblazing ideas into real-world impact.

Cycling

Our region, a renowned cycling tourism destination, boasting stunning terrain with some of the best road, gravel and mountain biking in the World. Attracting investment opportunities from all sectors.

Health & Life Sciences

The South of Scotland is home to world-class innovations and renowned as a thriving, entrepreneurial rural area.

Food & Drink Innovation

The South of Scotland; a fusion of heritage, agriculture and innovative technology propelling food and drink industries.

Creative Economy

The South of Scotland boasts a wide-ranging creative ecosystem that includes everything from fashion and textiles, publishing, film, radio, TV, music, software development, visual arts, gaming and more.