Socio-Economic Impact of Taymouth Castle Estate
Background EKOS Ltd were commissioned by Discovery Land Company to assess the potential economic and social value impacts that could be generated from the proposals for Taymouth Castle Estate in Kenmore, Perth and Kinross. The £790 million mixed-use development includes the restoration of the historic 19th-century Taymouth Castle, the creation of luxury visitor accommodation and […]
Scotland’s Snowsports Sector
In 2023, EKOS was commissioned by the Scottish Government to explore the economic, cultural and social value of the Scottish Snowsports sector. The research aims were also to understand the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the snowsports sector, consider the long-term sustainability of the snowsports sector in Scotland and recommend how the sector may be […]
Scottish University Spin Outs review
Background Scotland possesses world-class research capabilities across disciplines such as life sciences, AI/software, advanced manufacturing, and clean technology. However, this academic strength has not fully translated into a high-growth spin-out ecosystem. Key barriers include limited equity investment, institutional inertia, and insufficient supports for early-stage ventures. The Spin-Out Review was commissioned to highlight these challenges and […]
SRDP (2014-2020) Evaluation of Capital Grants
Background EKOS undertook an independent evaluation of three capital grant schemes funded through the Scottish Rural Development Programme (SRDP) 2014-2020. The evaluation was commissioned by the Rural and Environmental Science and Analytical Services (RESAS) Division within the Scottish Government. The aim of the evaluation was to examine the impact of the three capital grant schemes, […]
Ayrshire Growth Deal Skills Mapping
Background EKOS was commissioned by the Ayrshire Skills Investment Fund (ASIF) Sub-Committee to identify the most relevant, effective, targeted, and innovative skills development and employment interventions to ensure the Fund delivers on its strategic investment objectives in support of the Ayrshire Growth Deal (AGD). The study was designed to provide the Sub-Committee with robust evidence […]
Craft Scotland Sector Report
Background Craft Scotland, the national development agency for craft, sought to better understand the scale, structure, and economic contribution of the craft sector in Scotland, particularly in the context of recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. With rising costs and increasing uncertainty, a robust evidence base was needed to inform Craft Scotland’s new strategic direction and […]
Synthetic Biology for Growth programme economic impact evaluation
Working in partnership with Optimat, EKOS undertook an evaluation of the economic impacts arising from the UK research councils’ investment in the Synthetic Biology for Growth (SBfG) programme. EKOS led the economic modelling and the full report can be accessed here
Digital Planning Portal
With support from EKOS, the RTPI have launched the digital skills planning portal – a ‘one stop’ portal designed to improve the confidence of digital skills, amongst all planners, in their everyday roles.
Flexible Workforce Development Fund
The Scottish Government has today published EKOS’ independent evaluation of the first four years of the Flexible Workforce Development Fund which provides funding to employers to support upskilling and reskilling of their workforce. Main report can be accessed here. Summary findings can be accessed here.
Culture and the creative economy in Glasgow City Region
Glasgow City Region in Scotland, United Kingdom has a long history of transformative cultural policy. A European Capital of Culture in 1990, Glasgow made substantial investments in cultural infrastructure over a period of more than 30 years. Cultural and creative sectors are now one of the region’s strengths. Between 2010 and 2020, the number of […]