Year 5 Students Cook Up a Business Storm with Enterprise Programme

In March 2025, students of Year 5 had the exciting opportunity to take part in an Enterprise Programme, created and delivered by the Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC) and FIG Careers Department, with generous sponsorship from the Falkland Islands Company (FIC) providing a cooking demonstration, all the ingredients for the baking, space to sell and […]

FIDC Announces Request for Proposal (RFP) for New Marina Feasibility Study

Stanley, Falkland Islands – Monday 7th April 2025 – The Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC) has today issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to the global marine and coastal infrastructure market to select and appoint a preferred consultancy firm to undertake a comprehensive feasibility study for the development of a new marina in Stanley Harbour. […]

“The Building Blocks for Business” Workshop

“The Building Blocks for Business”, a free workshop designed to support both aspiring entrepreneurs and experienced business owners, was recently hosted by FIDC to provide practical tools, essential skills and knowledge. Thirty participants heard from Éadaoin O’Brien at the Harbourlights Cinema. Drawing on her wealth of academic knowledge and experience, Éadaoin introduced attendees to key […]

Fox Bay Community Garden

In April 2024, FIDC contributed £500 to support the Fox Bay Community Garden. This funding enabled the purchase of essential tools and consumables for the polytunnel, helping to sustain and expand the gardening initiative. The Community Garden was developed in previously unused space, with the kind permission of the Falkland Islands Government, and led by […]

Kerry Dann new Vice-Chair of the Board

The FIDC Board are pleased to introduce Kerry Dann as the new Vice-Chair of the Board. After a career in policing in both Greater Manchester and Kent, achieving the rank of Detective Inspector, Kerry along with her husband and two boys, moved to the Falkland Islands in June 2024. Kerry and her family are settling […]

FIDC Clients Statistics

FIDC received 143 client enquiries. Of these, 66% came from Stanley and 34% from Camp, and represented 92 new clients and 19 returning clients (some with multiple enquiries). An impressive 38% of all enquiries received were related to the Green Business Programme of which 51% of Green Business Programme enquiries were from Camp, while 49% […]

Hillside Business Park – Sarah Clarke Tattoo

Sarah Clarke is thrilled to announce the launch of her new venture, operating under Sarah Clarke Tattoo. This exciting new chapter began with a passion for creativity and a dream that’s been years in the making. She can be reached primarily through her Instagram page, @SarahClarkeTattoo, and by email at smbclarke@gmail.com Starting the business has […]

FIDC Session with Year 11 Enterprise Class

This week, Business Engagement Officer Jane conducted a session with the Year 11 BTEC Enterprise Class at FICS (Falkland Islands Community School). In addition to providing an overview of FIDC’s work, Jane guided the students in preparing for their upcoming assessments by discussing key aspects of business plan creation, such as market research and pitch […]

Chilean Delegation Visit to the Falkland Islands Spotlights Potential Gateway to Collaboration

The Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC) was honoured to host a self-funded Chilean Delegation to the Falkland Islands from the 16 – 23 November 2024, a testament to the group’s enthusiasm for exploring and understanding the Falkland Islands. The visit provided a unique platform to establish meaningful connections, share insights, and explore promising avenues for […]

Survey Insights: Waste Management in Camp

As part of an ongoing effort to understand waste management practices in Camp, the Environment Department, supported by FIDC, conducted a comprehensive survey. This included gathering feedback from attendees at the Farmers Week Expo and responses from a questionnaire circulated to residents of Camp. The survey ran from the 30th June to the 16th September […]