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A rapidly expanding company based in the south of Scotland specialising in Farm and Estate diversification through innovative management of existing woodlands and the design and planting of new attractive mixed species woodlands with a commercial core but with due regard to the importance of native woodlands and diversity of species, which spread the risk of climate change, pest & diseases and reduce run off. As a Woodland Carbon Code developer, Forest Direct Ltd designs woodlands that meet the requirements of the Code and create verifiable carbon rights. These can be sold to those wishing to compensate for emissions. This additional income stream allows for the development of woodland that would not otherwise be financially attractive or viable and also gives landowners a potential income stream earlier in the life of the woodland.

Founded in 1979, FIM is a sustainable real asset investment manager. In May 2018, the specialist alternative asset manager Gresham House acquired 100% of FIM, in a deal which combines two leading UK forestry and renewable energy investment managers. Combined assets under management are now in excess of £1.5 billion, across five specialist alternative investment strategies: forestry, new energy, housing and infrastructure, private assets and strategic public equity. Clients include unlisted funds, high net worth individuals, family offices and institutions. UK forestry and renewable energy are well proven asset classes and are uncorrelated to listed mainstream investments, providing diversification within an investment portfolio. They generate tax efficient returns, with long-term capital appreciation (forestry), or high levels of income (renewable energy).

Fountains Forestry is an independent UK-wide forestry management company, helping clients acquire, maintain and maximise the value of their woodland assets. Our team of professional forest managers works closely with forest and woodland owners to help them achieve their investment objectives and the sustainability of their woodlands through sound forest management advice and best practice in silvicultural and operating procedures. • Harvesting, marketing and management of timber sales • Supervision of harvesting operations • Planning and development of all types of new woodland creation • Access to forestry grants • Planning and management of existing woodland • Digital mapping and drone surveying • Land and forest acquisition services • Forest Certification • Woodland insurance • Wildlife management • Woodland Carbon Code applications

FURTHER.SPACE is a glamping company with luxury pod sites expanding across Scotland. All our locations are hand-picked, to ensure our customers can stay somewhere cosy and stylish with all the comforts of home and nature on their doorstep. All the pods come with an ensuite shower room, heating, water, electric, linens, double bed, bunk beds for kids, towels and toiletries. We work with both individual landowners starting a new business, as well as existing commercial businesses that are extending their offering to include accommodation. FURTHER.SPACE supports micro-tourism partners by providing the luxury pods, planning and architectural support, a comprehensive booking system and web presence, customer reservation support and marketing. Our partner development team run weekly zoom events where they will take you through in detail all the information you need to know about partnering with us and the business model. Check out our website www.further.space

A Scottish Borders based company that provides Telecommunications and IT solutions throughout the UK, our dedicated, hardworking team of experts, on whom it can be relied to form long term business relationships, can provide the technical expertise, knowledge and distinctiveness, to deliver bespoke services and products to meet the requirements of your business. No longer will you need to deal with multiple companies in order to manage the varying communication systems across your enterprise, with GB Technologies you can now have one contact point for all your business technology needs: computer systems, email, mobiles, broadband, office phones and cabling solutions, providing a one-stop-shop platform for all your requirements.

A full range of rural services which include estate management and consultancy, landlord and tenant, rent reviews, valuations for all purposes. Advice on renewable projects. Preparation and submission of planning applications.

Established in 2015, Gael Energy specialises in small to medium scale wind turbine engineering including the operation and maintenance of C & F, Endurance, Harbon, Proven/Kingspan, Britwind, Lely and Gaia wind turbines. Having established bases in Invergordon (Ross-shire) and Mintlaw (Aberdeenshire), we are well placed to serve our customers needs throughout Scotland and take pride in our personal approach to customer service and high quality of workmanship. We are in a position to offer bespoke upgrade and monitoring solutions for a variety of turbines to increase generation.

CKD Galbraith is Scotland’s most comprehensive property consultancy with an unparalleled breadth of skills and expertise across a broad spectrum of property related services. Operating from offices across Scotland we bring our clients a wealth of experience in: residential estate agency; property lettings; commercial property sales and management; estate, farm and forestry sales and acquisitions; estates, farm, forestry and land management; renewable energy and utilities; building surveying; sporting holidays and holiday homes.

Galileo Green Energy is a renewable energy developer, owner, and operator managed by a team of experienced professionals who have decades of experience over more than 30 energy markets. The business was launched in 2020 and is funded by four long-term pension and infrastructure investors from Australia and New Zealand, who have already committed to investing £190m to take forward the development of new renewable energy projects across Europe, with the UK a key focus. This new platform is founded on a proven track-record of success, and GGE Scotland was established in 2021 to develop, construct and operate renewable energy projects across Scotland with a focus on onshore wind. We recognise the increasingly difficult economic reality facing the farming and land management sector and realise that hosting a wind energy project allows traditional land practices to continue whilst supporting rural diversification and providing a long-term source of income. Galileo Green Energy is committed to developing projects which deliver substantial and tangible benefits locally and foster strong community relations.