The initiative formed part of the HS2 Scottish supply chain conference in Aberdeen last month, with representatives from 85 small, medium and large companies in attendance. The event principally focussed on how to prepare to bid for work on the high speed line.
Speaking at the event was HS2 commercial director, Beth West, who said: “Scotland’s strong engineering and construction base is well placed to benefit from the opportunities with HS2.
“Building HS2 is a massive long-term project and one that offers a huge opportunity for businesses from across Scotland to bid for billions of pounds worth of contracts, starting with enabling works packages through to supply chain opportunities in engineering and construction.”
It makes up part of a series of supply chain ‘roadshows’ that have taken place across the UK in recent months. Construction on Phase One of HS2 between London and Birmingham is due to start next year.
Transport Minister, Andrew Jones, said: “HS2 is an opportunity for businesses across the UK – including those here in Scotland – right now with significant numbers of jobs being created throughout the supply chain.”
More information can be found at: www.hs2roadshow2016.co.uk
