Manufacturing Support Network

The Global Underwater Hub (GUH) is a strategically-focused organisation, built upon Subsea UK’s near two-decade legacy, retaining its experience, knowledge, networks and membership, expanding its reach, scope and sphere of influence across the UK and across all sectors operating in the underwater industry. The GUH harnesses opportunities in a rapidly-growing global market, estimated to be worth £150bn by 2035.

ZWS exists to lead Scotland to use products and resources responsibly, focusing on where we can have the greatest impact on climate change.

The South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) is the economic and community development agency for the South of Scotland to establish the South of Scotland as a centre of opportunity, innovation, and inclusive growth.

As part of Scottish Enterprise, SMAS supports businesses across manufacturing supply chains to improve productivity, competitiveness and resilience. Experienced practitioners deliver impartial and tailored support on; efficiency savings, identification of Industry 4.0 solutions, strengthened supply chains, investment options, and coaching and mentoring to leadership teams.

Scottish Engineering is the representative membership organisation for the engineering and manufacturing sector in Scotland, connecting industry to expert knowledge, advice and supply chain opportunities, and delivering professional support services to members.

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) is a long-term business transformation programme that has been established as part of the UK Offshore Wind Sector Deal. It will promote closer collaboration across the supply chain, implement structured productivity improvement programmes and facilitate shared growth opportunities between developers and the supply chain. OWGP principally provide grant Funding and Business Transformation (support services) to companies who wish to enter into or grow their presence in the UK Offshore Wind Sector.

NMIS is a group of industry-led manufacturing research and development facilities transforming skills, productivity and innovation, helping to make Scotland a global leader in advanced manufacturing. 

IBioIC is a networking and support organisation that connects industry, academia and government to bring biotechnology processes and products to the global market. We do this by offering scale-up facilities, talent development, funding provision, and promotion of Scotland’s unique assets.

ESP is a collaboration of Scotland’s colleges and industry partners established to increase Scotland’s capability and capacity to deliver the right skills for the energy, engineering and construction sectors.