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We’re a company built on the shoulders of great innovators like Arthur Guinness and Johnnie Walker. From much-loved, established brands to the latest innovations, we move at pace with the latest trends, creating products, tastes and experiences for people to enjoy as part of celebrations big or small.
With over 200 brands and sales in nearly 180 countries, our portfolio has remarkable breadth and depth. From centuries-old names to the latest innovations, we're committed to building and sustaining exceptional brands.
We employ over 30,000 people globally and sell our brands in nearly 180 countries. With a truly global footprint, we build brands that resonate with our consumers.
And we push ourselves to be worthy of people’s trust everywhere we live, work, source and sell.
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Africa Legal, established in 2018, is a leading pan-African legal media platform dedicated to fostering a connected, engaged legal community. We offer daily news, features, opinions and interviews on a variety of topics relevant to the legal community, along with market insights and data-driven research, providing visibility within global markets. WSe also offer affordable, self-paced online courses, host job opportunities, events, and roundtables—all designed to promote success for those who engage with our platform in various ways.
Africa Legal’s mission is to build a pan-African legal community, to drive growth and success for everyone who interacts with our platform. Over the last few years we have developed a diverse client base, including local and international law firms, corporations, governments and academia. We highly value these long term relationships, along with the support of our loyal readers.
APO Group was established in 2007, and as the recipient of a multitude of continental and global industry awards, APO Group stands as the leading pan-African communications and PR consultancy firm.
We are committed to transforming the African narrative through strategic communications and press release distribution services. Our journey is guided by a clear vision, a compelling mission and core values that shape our culture and inspire every action we take. These combine to influence how we treat one another, our clients and our stakeholders, strengthening our identity and growing our reputation as the leading pan-African PR and communications agency.
British Chamber of Commerce Kenya is the Chamber which gives members privileged access to a high-profile business network. BCCK has a growing list of over 300 active members ranging from FTSE 100 companies to micro, small or medium-sized enterprise (Micro SME) working in Kenya. As it stands, there are more than 150 UK companies operating in the country. These companies benefit from the flourishing bilateral trade between Kenya and the UK, estimated to be worth £1.4 billion (KES.241.9 billion) in value.
Busilink Development Services is a Nairobi-based strategic advisory firm supporting leaders, institutions, and organisations to navigate Africa’s fast-evolving political, economic, and diplomatic landscape. We provide clear insight, trusted counsel, and high-level access across sectors and geographies.
Our core advisory pillars include:
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Diplomacy & Geopolitics – Guidance on regional and global engagement, strategic alliances, and effective participation in international cooperation platforms.
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Public Affairs & Government Relations – Deep insight to navigate public sector processes, political environments, and regulatory dynamics across African markets.
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Strategic Communications & Leadership Positioning – Executive advisory on narrative shaping, public messaging, crisis preparedness, and long-term reputation stewardship.
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Investment & Economic Diplomacy – Market interpretation, partnership structuring, and support for cross-border investment and development engagement.
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High-Level Convening & Strategic Networks – Facilitation of access to senior decision-makers, institutions, and global thought leaders, enabling dialogue, problem-solving, and coalition-building.
Known for his measured judgment, strategic clarity, and expansive relationship networks across Africa, the Commonwealth, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Amb. Prof. Manoah Esipisu leads Busilink’s work with a collaborative approach grounded in experience, discretion and impact-driven leadership.
We are a law firm established by a team of highly experienced lawyers, operating internationally in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
As an investor’s center, CEPICI is, first, an information center in charge of collecting, processing, producing, and disseminating through the most appropriate information and exchanges of data, all the necessary documentation for a better knowledge of Ivorian products.
Cincinnati & Brighton is a fully fledged Public Affairs and Strategic Communications firm headquartered in Nairobi, serving clients across Africa and internationally. We help leaders, businesses, and institutions navigate complex political, regulatory, and media environments with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Our Core Services
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Public Affairs & Government Relations – Deep insight to navigate public sector processes, political environments, and regulatory dynamics across African markets.
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Strategic Communications & Leadership Positioning – Executive advisory on narrative shaping, public messaging, crisis preparedness, and long-term reputation stewardship.
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Investment & Economic Diplomacy – Market interpretation, partnership structuring, and support for cross-border investment and development engagement.
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High-Level Convening & Strategic Networks – Facilitation of access to senior decision-makers, institutions, and global thought leaders, enabling dialogue, problem-solving, and coalition-building.
At Cincinnati & Brighton, we blend African expertise with a global perspective—empowering clients to shape policy, manage reputation, and build relationships that drive sustainable impact.
Strategic. Connected. Impactful.
City of Glasgow College is Scotland’s largest technical and professional skills college. Its award winning twin-site super campus in the heart of Glasgow offers outstanding resources and opportunities for students to gain essential skills for their future careers. Innovative approaches to teaching and learning enable personalised development across a range of subjects on campus and online. Up to 8,000 graduates leave the college each year ready for the world of work.
Cygnet PEP Ltd - Bred in Scotland, Loved Around the World
Cygnet PEP are the leading exporters of Scottish seed potatoes. Operating with supply from our dedicated grower groups based on Scotland's fertile East Coast we supply to over 40 countries annually. Scottish seeds offers real advantages over other European sources and our professional production, logistics and sales team supply all customers with a bespoke service tailored to their needs. Cygnet PEP are uniquely vertically integrated which allows us full control of our supply chain from micro propagation of G0 mini-tubers from our sister company, through to supply of commercial seed supplied in temperature controlled environments in our market leading brand. Cygnet PEP are the exclusive world wide representatives of varieties from the Cygnet breeding program specializing in varieties with heat and drought resistance as well as high yields and processing (French fry and potato chip) potential.
The Eastern Africa Association is the leading organisation for corporations and investors in Eastern Africa, providing information, guidance and networking to our Members. Our belief is that private sector investment plays a critical role in enabling social and economic development in Eastern Africa and our mission is to support this in a long-term, sustainable way.
Ebury are a provider of Foreign Exchange and Trade Finance services, majority owned by Santander Bank. They serve over 20,000 clients from 29 countries, working with businesses ranging from SME's to listed companies. Their global footprint gives them market leading capabilities in Exotics/Emerging Markets Currencies, helping their client realise opportunities across the globe. Ebury are authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK to provide bespoke FX Options, providing truly bespoke FX hedging solutions outside the traditional Spot/Forward.
As a leading provider of Trade Finance, Ebury offers their clients short term funding solutions to help them finance their international growth.
We’re here to make a difference. We’re here to support big dreams and bright ideas. We’re here to provide education, support, resources, connections, advice, late-night coffees and bags of encouragement.
Whether you’re a prospective student or staff member, industry partner or graduate employer, you’ve come to the right place.
Jump in. Let’s build a better future together.
Our wildlife conservation charity has a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.
Edinburgh Zoo is a gateway to the natural world where people can experience nature, learn about the challenges facing wildlife and discover how we are working to save animals from extinction.
The Egyptian-British Chamber of Commerce exists to support companies in navigating cultural and regulatory differences, enabling them to maximise opportunities and unlock potential in both Egypt and the UK. We focus our efforts on matchmaking that targets global growth and expansions, and continuously support our members to explore, assess and secure business opportunities in their sectors. We help our members grow their business via bespoke advice, events, workshops, webinars and business missions.
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We are a leading provider of further and higher education offering a wide range of courses and training opportunities. Our dynamic provision ranges from access to degree level and includes full-time and part-time courses, evening classes, flexible and online learning, vocational qualifications and business training courses. We welcome approx 13,500 students per academic session with 94% of learners progressing to further studies or employment upon completion of their course. We were Scotland’s first regional college with state-of-the-art campuses across the central belt in Alloa, Falkirk and Stirling.
Whatever you’re planning, building, or maintaining, we believe understanding the earth is key. At Fugro, we unlock its secrets in the form of Geo-data, which we apply to develop safer, more sustainable, and more efficient operations. It’s how we help create a safe and liveable world – together.
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Glasgow Caledonian University is a vibrant environment for learning, teaching and applied research. More than 22,000 students from the UK and abroad study here, each gaining a high-quality education and valuable employability skills.
Global Trade Consult (GTC) is a business consultancy firm supporting foreign organisations with business interests in Ghana. We help companies understand, access, and manage business opportunities by helping foreign companies’ trade and invest in Ghana.
Global Underwater Hub (GUH) is a strategically-focused organisation, built upon its predecessor 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.
Our heritage dates back to 1821 since when our community of scholars has been developing transformational solutions to specific global problems. We are specialists in engineering, business and science and leaders in innovative global education for a future world.
Infinity Oilfield Services Limited has been in operation since 2002 servicing the Oil&Gas and Energy markets. Originally established to service Gas Turbine filtration systems, Infinity has evolved to cover offshore and onshore Oil&Gas and Energy systems inspection, maintenance, design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, logistics and Safety Products. We never stop innovating.
Hydrogen Scotland brings together a unique network of hydrogen expertise with energy companies, hydrogen design & engineering consultants, specialist support & advice, academic institutions, research and development bodies, city and local authorities, and our regional enterprise agencies involved in growing Scotland’s hydrogen economy.
Ingentium is a market intelligence and intellectual property (IP) advisory firm based in Edinburgh, UK. Our focus is on strategy and commercial IP matters affecting organisations primarily operating within the agriculture, animal health and the broader life sciences sectors. Nonetheless, as experienced specialist, we can meet a wide variety of client needs, and have worked with organisations in other sectors as well. From conducting market analysis, performing IP valuations, through to carrying out licensing exercises for IP-backed technologies and creating data-backed IP and business strategies, ours is a comprehensive service.
Interocean provide a comprehensive range of services to the offshore oil and gas, marine, and renewable sectors. We provide a ‘total project solution’ from planning design and installation to operational maintenance and decommissioning.
ITC Hydraulics and Manufacturing provides award winning products and services across a wide range of sectors including Oil & Gas, Renewables, Distilleries, Agriculture and Waste Management. Where there is a need for Innovation ITC can help.
Inverroy Crisis Management is a Scottish-headquartered consultancy that helps organisations build resilience and operate safely in complex and high-risk environments. We deliver end-to-end Crisis and Continuity Management services, including Business Impact Analyses, continuity planning, and scenario based exercising through table-top and immersive simulations. Our Security team supports clients across the UK and overseas with intelligence reporting, travel risk management, specialist security advisory services and accredited e-learning. We work with organisations across diverse sectors, equipping teams to operate confidently and securely in dynamic markets. Whilst headquartered in Scotland, we operate globally, including many clients across Africa.
J&B Global Lifting Limited is an independent wholly owned Ghanaian company set up to provide Third Party Inspection Services, Calibration Services, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Statutory Inspections and Verifications, Engineering Consultancy and Technical Training, Supply of Engineering Equipment and Consumables and Vendor Surveillance. The company also has an expertise in manufacturing and infrastructural development.
The James Hutton Institute offer world-leading scientific solutions for the sustainable management of land, crop and natural resources that support thriving communities.
At John White & Son (JWS) we are proud to provide the best weighing solutions to our customers. Over our many years in the industry, we have built a reputation for innovation and engineering excellence. At JWS, our customers are our business. We provide you with unrivalled expertise in a range of weighing solutions. This is complemented by a dedicated after-care support team. Whatever your industry, whatever your requirements – we can develop bespoke solutions to meet your needs. At the core of our business is innovation and service excellence built on over 300 years of industry experience.
We are an award winning engineering consultancy specialising in the energy sector.
We have capabilities across all major engineering disciplines to support the full project lifecycle from concept development to execution. We provide technical expertise through our four main service lines. Assurance and optimisation: operationally focused to ensure you get the best out of your assets. Safety and compliance: covering full suite of safety and compliance services. Net zero Solutions: keeping an eye on the ever changing energy market and driving companies towards Net Zero. EPC: our home for the provision of turnkey solutions for engineering design and execution.
Kinnotech is focussed on developing renewable energy products using innovative technology for the Renewable Energy Market. At Kinnotech our motivation and drive is to design, develop and produce products that will meet the needs of our customers and add value to them. We are borne of a conviction that quality lighting and good access to energy is not only a right for all people but can be made available in ethical and sustainable ways through commerce.
Kutana Pay makes it easy for UK exporters to get paid and for African SMEs to send money globally with instant settlements, escrow protection, and multi-currency wallets. Our vision is to build a world where financial borders to no longer hold businesses and people back. A world where prosperity is shared by all.
Operating for over 50 years, OPITO is an industry-owned organisation that works with governments and industry worldwide. We drive consistency and safety compliance across global standards and qualifications, creating workforce development solutions. OPITO is a global leader in energy workforce safety, leading the skills focused dialogue with international governments as our industry prepares to meet Net Zero targets.
We would like to take this opportunity to introduce Offshore Products Ltd. Manufacturer and Stockholders of Pipeline products The company has become known for efficiency and service to its customers. Its objectives are concentrated on increasing the share of the market through innovation and the continuous improvement of the quality of the service we provide to our clients. UK, European and Worldwide Delivery on all pipeline equipment.
Subsea and offshore project management and execution, turnkey projects, co-ordination of chosen specialist contractors, IRM, cable lay/pulling, spool replacements, tie-backs, wet buckle, riser installation and flowline hook ups, testing and pre-commissioning. With over 180 years of combined subsea engineering experience, our highly skilled engineering team will work with you from initial project brief, through planning, design, execution, verification and as-built documentation.
PCISGH is a premier provider of integrated energy and power systems services for both public and private commercial entities. Since our incorporation as a limited liability company in 2019, we have expanded our expertise in electrical engineering, industrial telecommunications, and instrumentation. Our Mission is to become a leading power systems solutions provider by striving for technical excellence, delivering quality and consistent service, and offering innovative and client-focused solutions at all times
We serve industries that perceive a high risk to the safety of their people, their assets and the environment. In short, what we do is:
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Manage people and workforces to ensure that people are compliant and competent entering high-risk environments via our managed service solution
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Develop, deliver, and maintain world-class simulators to the place of your choice and ensure up-to-date cloud-based applications
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Share our subject matter expertise to help you build and sustain a safe workplace and protect your assets and the environment
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Develop and provide state-of-the-art standalone software applications and technology developed and tailored to meet the high safety and competence requirements of safety critical industries
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Deliver training using our advanced simulation technology, digitally via our fast-growing library of e-learning courses or practically at one of our facilities across the world
Suppliers of OCTG casing and tubing and accessories, all sizes and grades in API and Premium connections. Drillpipe, BHA and Linepipe. Utilising existing stock from our central hubs for pipe storage in Europe, Middle East and USA. Plus new mill roll material. Fully managed service solution from initial enquiry through to delivery to site. Inspection and cleaning services. Interface management. Progress updated throughout the life of the order and provision of a full documentation package to accompany the equipment.
We work to reduce the environmental footprint and increase the economic impact of aquaculture. Connecting businesses and academics, we fund and support commercially relevant, collaborative research. We also fund university places and run tailored training programmes. We also attract, educate and upskill the aquaculture workforce through funded university places and tailored training programmes. We provide an independent voice, offering science-based insight and knowledge exchange. Throughout our work, we strive for a spirit of support, agility, integrity and collaboration.
Operating from Kigali as our hub at the heart of Africa, RwandAir is one of the fastest growing airlines and operates one of the youngest and state of the art fleet on the African continent which comprises of four Boeing 737-800NG, two Boeing 737-700NG, two CRJ900NG, two Bombardier Q-400NG all in dual class configuration and two new triple class Airbus A330. The airline, which is also well reputed for an excellent on time performance, reaches out to twenty-two cities in Western,Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Europe.
RwandAir is a member airline of the International Air Transportation Association (IATA) , an EASA,IOSA and ISAGO certified operator.
Scotmas is the go-to choice for businesses looking for Chlorine Dioxide solutions. Our expertise in delivering Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) dosing systems, coupled with cutting-edge technology, make us the preferred option in the market.
International trade and investment are vital to improving Scotland's competitiveness and reducing economic inequality. We want to promote Scotland as an attractive place to live, work, invest and do business. Our objective is to enable Scottish businesses to export more goods and services to more markets and to secure greater foreign investment for Scotland.
As part of our “Team Scotland” approach to delivery, we are bringing together individuals, businesses and organisations with relevant experience and interests to promote international business and support opportunities.
We are a leading expert in the recruitment of students from Africa to institutions around the world. We can offer you a fully outsourced recruitment strategy for the region achieving growth and maximising return on investment for your organisation in a challenging overseas market.
Stone Marine Services combines a rich heritage of marine engineering skills and experience to provide ship owners and vessel management companies with the expert knowledge required to complete the most demanding projects.
Superior Homes Kenya PLC is a family-owned real estate development company that was registered in 2004. The company takes pride in being the pioneers of the open-plan gated community concept in the region, which is now recognized as the future for sustainable living in East Africa. Superior Homes plans to diversify into hospitality and leisure by offering holidays at its three sites while continuing to develop beautiful houses within outstanding environments.
The Energy Industries Council (EIC) is the world's largest, energy-agnostic trade association, supporting companies that supply goods and services to the world’s energy industries.
Established in 1943, the EIC is a not-for-profit organisation with a membership of over 800 companies worldwide. EIC helps its members to export, diversify and grow, working with companies ranging in size from the world’s largest operators, contractors, operators and manufacturers, through to SME’s and more specialised product and service companies.
THREE60 Energy is a leading global provider of innovative engineering, technology and energy transition solutions across the asset life cycle from design to decommissioning. Through a 1,000-strong workforce, THREE60 is a trusted partner for ambitious companies of all sizes. The company combines expert engineering, operations and project management with proprietary technologies and products to unlock value for its customers. With deep expertise in oil and gas, nuclear, onshore and offshore wind, alongside a growing position in carbon capture and storage, hydrogen and geothermal, THREE60 is helping deliver the energy transition. THREE60 also supports the defence industry across all sub-markets (land, navy, marine, aerospace, etc.) and services the industrial and marine sectors through a complementary group of businesses. By underpinning its services with advanced digital solutions, THREE60 remains committed to offering emissions reducing solutions.
The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), the leading UK business support organisation in Ghana, is a bilateral chamber dedicated to increase trade and investment between Ghana and the United Kingdom (UK). It was established to promote trade between Ghana and the UK. The UKGCC provides exceptional support for its members through the sharing of knowledge and ideas, creating platforms for building stronger networks and providing linkages with Government and its agencies. One of its key focus is to see Ghana become a significant economic partner for the UK as an export market, import source, investment destination and vice versa. It exists to further the business interests of its members across both countries and create more business opportunities.
We advance prosperity by ensuring no viable UK export fails for lack of finance or insurance, doing that sustainably and at no net cost to the taxpayer.
With a history of over 7 decades, UBA is one of the leading and most recognised banks to originate from sub-Saharan Africa. UBA has growing operations in 20 African countries, the UK, UAE and a representative office in France.
United Bank for Africa (UBA) is Africa’s Global bank with a rich history spanning over seven decades. The bank which is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, is one of the most recognised financial institutions to originate from Sub-Saharan Africa with thriving operations in 20 African countries – Republique du Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroun, Congo Brazzaville, Congo DRC, Cote d’lvoire, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Tchad, Uganda and Zambia.
The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological University. We've forged many historic links with industry to support all types of organisations, from micro-businesses and social enterprises, to large multinational corporations. Our ethos is to collaborate with local and global partners across all sectors and industries to help develop solutions.
Versatile Group (VG) is a registered company in Nigeria and UK. We
bring best practices in the field of oil and gas, design, operations and maintenance and focus on safety and low CAPEX and OPEX costs while focusing on the highest value activities. We provide smart tailored solutions for clients with a focus on a multi-skilled work force and collaboration that set new standard and objectives in the areas of aquaculture, renewable energy, and carbon capture storage and utilizations.
For over 31 years, Wings has led the market in managing complex travel and support services worldwide, with particular expertise in developing markets and high-risk destinations. With 20 wholly owned regional operations, spanning North and Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, today Wings employs around 450 people worldwide. Wings is still run by the original founder and CEO Tony Sofianos, who has spearheaded the company’s global growth, while retaining the ethos of high-quality, personal service that has made Wings the trusted travel partner it is today.
We strive to be different and take great care to help shape a more responsible energy future. The energy industry is hugely important and through our people we have the capabilities to unlock what is possible, uniting the unique to share knowledge, embracing imagination to ensure innovation – delivering for our clients across the globe. We have the confidence to challenge and try new things, to be a trusted advisor and create change.