We want to strengthen the textiles industry in Scotland by supporting research and development, collaboration and innovative ideas that will maximise global opportunities and develop our vision. Working closely with our network partners and agencies to ensure that Scotland’s capabilities are broadcast and opportunities are created.

Profile

We are continually looking at new ways of developing the Scottish brand and raising the textile industry’s profile, both at home and internationally. We assist the industry to promote its abilities through concerted industry messaging:

• Scotland’s textiles sector is a dynamic and highly technical industry operating in the global economy.
• Heritage and tradition underpin exciting modern design-led quality in the fashion sector.
• We are world-leaders in medical and performance textiles.

Innovation

Find out how you can stay at the cutting edge by tapping into a wide range of initiatives designed to foster innovation. Whether it’s fashion or technical textiles, new ideas are driving business forward. A culture of innovation is essential for the industry to thrive.

Trends information service

We continue to assist the industry to better understand future opportunities by focusing attention on high quality trend and market information that will support product development decisions and improve dialogue with customers. Being ahead of the game is critical to success in the textiles industry.

People and business

A strong textiles sector in Scotland needs the right people supported by the right infrastructure to enable its success. We are committed to helping business to make the right decisions focused on growth. In partnership with other agencies, the education sector, and industry we are able to guide the development of courses, research and management training to support industry ambitions.

Networking

Developing a sustainable future for the industry requires a team effort. We work closely with the Scottish Textiles Industry Association to ensure that regular forums, briefings and events are broadcast to all companies on our database. This allows your business to be a part of a national industry and to meet and discuss issues, problems and opportunities with potential collaborators.

Find out more on our networking page

Funding

You can find information on funding and grants available for Scottish businesses in our ‘Fund your business’ section. It includes:

• Innovation and R&D grants, including SMART: SCOTLAND and our R&D grant
• Grants for investment projects, including Regional Selective Assistance (RSA)
• Scottish Investment Bank, whose equity and loan fund portfolio includes the Scottish SEED Fund, Scottish Co-investment Fund and Scottish Venture Fund
• Other sources of general funding

Fund your business