North East Scotland AAA Networking Event

North East Scotland has a growing opportunity in Animal Health, Agritech, Aquaculture and Equine Health — and collaboration between industry and academia will be central to driving innovation across the sector.

This free networking event brings together businesses, researchers and innovation organisations working across the AAA landscape to build new connections, explore collaboration opportunities and share ideas.

Whether you are:

• a company looking for research expertise, technical collaboration or innovation support,
• an academic interested in translational research and industry partnerships,
• or part of the wider innovation ecosystem supporting growth in the sector,

this event is designed to create meaningful conversations and practical opportunities for collaboration.

Businesses from across the north east of Scotland will join researchers and academics from Scottish institutions working across the AAA sector for an informal afternoon focused on connection, innovation and real-world impact.

• Short introductions from organisers and partner organisations
• Insights into routes for academic–industry collaboration
• Information on innovation support and funding opportunities
• Open networking with refreshments
• Opportunities to meet potential collaborators across animal health, agritech, aquaculture and equine health

• Gillian Hambley — Interface
• Nick Bansal — Barclays Eagle Labs

📅 Monday 15 June 2026
🕑 14:00–16:00
📍 ONE BioHub, Aberdeen
🎟️ Free to attend

• Life science and biotechnology companies
• Agritech, aquaculture and animal health businesses
• Academic researchers and innovation staff
• Early-stage companies and entrepreneurs
• Innovation, investment and ecosystem organisations
• Anyone interested in strengthening collaboration across the North East Scotland AAA sector

Hosted by ONE BioHub
Organised by Formartine Bio Ltd
With Interface
Supported by Barclays Eagle Labs