Our Community

Pentlands Science Park is proud of the local and national partnerships it has developed.

It is a key partner in a unique alliance of science and technology centres known as the Edinburgh Science Triangle (EST).  The triangle encourages active collaboration between the science parks, promoting the exchange of ideas and expertise to further scientific development and produce real commercial benefits.

Pentlands Science Park Manager, George Walker, is currently Secretary and Treasurer of the United Kingdom Science Park Association (UKSPA).  UKSPA seeks to develop and promote science parks as a key player in the science, innovation and incubation agenda.  Pentlands Science Park is also a member of the Scottish Science Parks Group, a sub-committee of UKSPA, which is a forum to discuss issues relevant to Scottish Science Parks.

Scottish Enterprise, Scotland’s economic development agency, is the key driver of life sciences development in Scotland and a vital supporter and partner in the success of Pentlands Science Park.

Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce provides a wide array of services to local businesses.  As a member, Pentlands Science Park sponsored the Chamber Graduate of the Year Award in 2009 and hosts regular networking events organised by the Chamber.

Midlothian Council is a key partner in the development and success of Pentlands Science Park. The Council has provided a supportive framework for the development of the life sciences industry in Midlothian.