| Aberdeen Science Parks Location c/o Buccleuch Property, 27 Silvermills Court, Henderson Place Lane, Edinburgh EH3 5DG Contact Details Contact: David Peck, Managing Director Tel: 0131 524 0910 Email: dpeck@buccleuch.com Introduction  The two Aberdeen Science Parks – the Science and Technology Park (ASTP) and the Science and Energy Park (ASEP) – have enjoyed an international reputation as centres of technological excellence and innovation since they were first established by Scotland’s national economic development agency in 1989.Through the Energetica project, the objective of Scottish Enterprise and other public and private stakeholders is to reinforce the position of Aberdeen City Region as a global hub for the development of all-energy technologies. Energetica will promote a technology corridor stretching the thirty miles from the Bridge of Don to Peterhead. Aberdeen Science Parks are well placed to benefit from the impetus for investment and development generated by Energetica. The City Region also has a research excellence in life and environmental sciences and human health and nutrition. The Aberdeen Science Parks play a central role in this by providing a unique environment for technology research, design and development to thrive. They offer a dynamic business environment, prime office and research and development facilities with a prestigious address, good transport connections and a culture of collaboration and networking among the 100-plus operating companies. There are now in excess of 800 technology-based companies in Aberdeen alone; the growth of these high technology industries has helped Aberdeen to be recognised as the UK’s most competitive city after London and one of the three best knowledge-based locations in the UK. The area is consistently awarded one of the highest quality of life ratings in the UK. Position  Aberdeen Science and Technology Park is situated in 60 acres of parkland five miles from the city centre and close to the University of Aberdeen and Aberdeen Airport. Aberdeen Science and Energy Park is situated nearby, on a 72 acre site adjacent to the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre.Development Substantial development is proposed over the next five to eight years, particularly at the Aberdeen Science and Energy Park where 42 acres has been added to the portfolio. It is anticipated that a joint venture with a private sector investor/ developer will be established during 2010, to take forward the development of the Aberdeen Science Parks at a pace to meet industry demand for R&D accommodation. Premises Both the Aberdeen Science and Technology Park and the Aberdeen Science and Energy Park comprise a mix of bespoke single occupancy buildings and multi-occupied facilities. The Aberdeen Science and Technology Park is made up of three interlinked campuses. Multi-occupancy buildings include:
 Between them, the multi-occupancy buildings on ASTP offer fully flexible accommodation for companies of all sizes and stages of commercial development.Multi-occupancy buildings on the Aberdeen Science and Energy Park include: Support for Business Growth  Companies based on the Parks benefit from a range of support services provided by Scottish Enterprise and its international trade and investment division Scottish Development International. Tenants can access a programme of business development support tailored to their needs by a dedicated Scottish Enterprise account manager, year-round networking opportunities and valuable market intelligence.University/HEI The Aberdeen Science Parks have a close working relationship with Aberdeen’s higher education and research institutions, including the University of Aberdeen and The Robert Gordon University. Companies also have direct access to the Aberdeen Research Consortium which includes internationally recognised research organisations such as the Macaulay Land Use Research Institute and the Rowett Institute. Companies  The Aberdeen Science Parks accommodate over 100 companies and approximately 2,000 high-value jobs. The strategic growth plan for the Parks aims to double the number of jobs they support by 2015.Partners/Site Management The Aberdeen Science Parks are owned and developed by Scottish Enterprise with the support of Aberdeen City Council. On-site management is provided by Colliers CRE – contact Fiona Alsop on 01224-332000 or fiona.alsop@collierscre.co.uk. |
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Buccleuch Property focuses energy into Aberdeen Science Parks in landmark deal with Scottish Enterprise
Buccleuch Property has purchased Scottish Enterprise’s interest in two science and energy parks in Aberdeen for circa £14 million to capitalise on the continued growth of this sector.
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