India trip to bring more investment to Scotland, says Swinney

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 17:02 · Archive

Scottish First Minister John Swinney says more investment will follow from his India trade mission after Indian firm Sarva Foam pledged £6 million for a manufacturing facility creating 100 jobs.

Scottish First Minister John Swinney has returned from a week-long trade mission to India claiming it will deliver multiple investment deals for Scotland. The Scottish Government announced that Indian manufacturing firm Sarva Foam is planning to open a facility in Scotland with an investment of £6 million, creating around 100 jobs.

Swinney travelled to India alongside representatives from major Scottish sectors including food and drink. Speaking to the Press Association before departing India, he said one investment had already been secured as a direct result of the trip, with others to follow.

"What we've been doing has been promoting the interests of Scotland to secure growth and investment in Scotland," Swinney said. "I've been in discussions with existing investors about their plans to strengthen the investments that they made in Scotland and also to create opportunities for Scottish businesses and for Scottish institutions like our higher education institutions to access the Indian market."

Swinney has faced prior criticism over his overseas travel, including his trip to the United States for the World Cup where he flew business class.

How it is being reported

• More investments expected after India trip, claims SwinneyOne Indian firm has promised a £6 million investment in manufacturing which could yield 100 jobs in Scotland.Evening Standard · 27 Oct, 16:33
• More investments expected after India trip, claims SwinneyOne Indian firm has promised a £6 million investment in manufacturing which could yield 100 jobs in Scotland.Independent Business · 27 Oct, 16:33

In this story: John Swinney · Scottish Government · Sarva Foam · Scotland · India

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