Aberdeen
Often referred to as "The Granite City", Aberdeen is a cosmopolitan hub located in the north east of Scotland on the Grampian coastline.
It is a regional port, of significant standing,which in the past depended on traditional industries. More recently, Aberdeen has established itself as the UK’s premier energy centre and one of Europe’s most enterprising regions.
The city is Scotland’s third largest and enjoys high economic activity, with a GDP growth rate above the Scottish average in addition to boasting the second highest rate of business formation in Scotland.
A significant proportion of the economy is attributable to the Oil and Gas Sector, but there are in fact twice as many employees involved in Tourism, Distribution, and the Public, Health and Education sectors. Aberdeen is a diverse and mature business location with a very positive future.
With a population of approximately 450,000 across the region and mature transport links, the city scores highly in key demographic areas as a European destination for business.
At Aberdeen’s core is education. All levels are catered for with excellent schooling and one of the UK’s oldest and most respected Universities.
Aberdeen University and Robert Gordon’s University student numbers amount to over 27,000, providing businesses with a steady stream of highly qualified ob seekers.
Quality of life in Aberdeen is exceptional. World class golf courses blend with hundreds of miles of unspoilt coastline, a number of snowsport centres are close by and other key outdoor pursuits are accessible including world class fishing, stalking, cycling, mountaineering and sailing.
The city is vibrant with an eclectic mix of bars, restaurants and hotels which cater for all tastes, adding to the cosmopolitan atmosphere in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen Links
Some useful Aberdeen links. Click for more information.