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Scotland benefits from many well-established industries and good infrastructure. A growing amount of investment goes towards research and development - through businesses, universities and colleges, government and non-profit organisations.

As with many developed nations, Scotland benefits from:

• Universities and institutions that can create innovative new products and technologies.
• International agreements that allow fair trade with other nations.
• Good physical infrastructure such as electricty grids and road and rail networks.
• A fast, effective, and affordable internet network.

Industry and infrastructure in Scotland facts

• Scottish Government’s R100 programme is in the process of ensuring that all homes and businesses across Scotland can access superfast broadband. (Source: )
• 77% of Scotland's university research was judged 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent.' (Source: )
• Manufacturing employs over 180,000 people in Scotland and accounts for over half of our international exports. (Source: )