Reception Celebrating PBS Sectors in Scotland & India

Drinks Reception: Celebrating Professional & Business Services in Scotland and India

Commonwealth Games | Glasgow | Thursday 30 July 2026

Join the Department for Business and Trade, in partnership with the City of London Corporation, for an evening reception celebrating the strength, ambition and growing collaboration of the Professional and Business Services sectors in Scotland and India.

Held during the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, this reception will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and delivery partners to explore how Scottish, UK and Indian expertise can support innovation, investment and international growth across major events, infrastructure, digital, sustainability and professional services.

Event details

Date: Thursday 30 July 2026
Time: 17.30–19.30
Venue: Scottish Renewables, 24 St Vincent Place, Glasgow, G1 2EU

Why attend?

• Connect with senior leaders and partners from across Scotland, the wider UK and India’s Professional and Business Services sectors.
• Explore opportunities linked to major sporting events, infrastructure, finance, digital innovation, sustainability and the sports economy.
• Celebrate Scotland–India collaboration through networking, cultural moments and informal engagement during the Commonwealth Games.
• Start conversations that can grow into long-term partnerships, supported by DBT’s international trade and investment network.

Programme highlights

The evening will include arrival networking, cultural performances, opening remarks from senior representatives, and dedicated time for informal networking over Scottish and Indian food and drinks.

Register your interest

Places are limited. If you would like to attend, please register your interest by Thursday 16 July 2026.