Clients Across Falkland Islands See Gains from Accessing FIDC Green Business Programme
After three (3) years of implementation, approximately 40 percent (%) of the Falkland Islands working-age population has accessed Green financing via FIDC. After three (3) years running its Green Business Programme, FIDC injected a total of £892,000 in financing through its fit-for-purpose suite of environmentally focused loans and grants directly into the Falkland Islands economy, […]
Harrison Moody Training Courses 2026
FIDC and Harrison Moody will be hosting an array of training courses from the 7th of October to the 15th of October 2026. Proposed courses are, Project Management, Leadership & Management, HR & People Management, Media Skills, Starting A Business, Presentation Skills, and Business Finance. If you are interested in attending any of the courses, […]
Local Company Looks to Bolster Satellite Infrastructure in Falkland Islands
Image: Artists impression of JETstre&M SADG development. Proposal to see phased development of satellite antenna network across FIDC-owned land at Beckside Farm Newly registered local company JETstreaM is looking to build ground stations and provide commercial relay services, and is now seeking approval from relevant government departments after recently visiting the Falkland Islands to speak […]
FIDC Launches AI Trial with Thoughts on Islands Uptake
The new pilot project from FIDC will implement artificial intelligence within the Corporation and lay out business case for Falkland Islands business community. The Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC) is undertaking an artificial intelligence (AI) trial project with support from Adapto South Atlantic to explore how AI can support local organisations, improve productivity, and add […]
Chile Shipping Link Prospects Grow for Falkland Islands
FIDC facilitated visit from Valparaiso-based Easter Island Naviera group spotlights growing demand for shipping links The prospect of a second shipping link between the Falkland Islands and Chile continues to grow after a recent visit to the Falkland Islands from maritime transport company Easter Island Naviera, which saw the company take more than a dozen […]
FIDC Riding High at Farmers Week 2026
A review of FIDC’s Corporate Plan (2024 – 2029) alongside a workshop with attendees, as well an active presence throughout the week spotlighted FIDC’s continued support of economic development within the farming community at the Rural Business Association (RBA) 2026 Farmers Week. The presentation of the FIDC Corporate Plan (2024 – 2029), delivered by FIDC […]
FIDC Annual Report 2024/25 Published
FIDC are pleased to present the 2024/25 FIDC Annual Report, which looks back on the past financial year and highlights key achievements, strategic priorities, and ongoing work to support the corporation’s mission: to promote sustainable economic development in the Falkland Islands by supporting business growth, innovation, and investment. The 2024/25 report shares the tangible impact […]
From Idea to Island Brand: The Story Behind Birds of Winter
What started as an emergency screen-printing job has grown into a distinctive Falkland Islands clothing brand with a strong local identity. In the summer of 2023, Jamie Peck launched Birds of Winter, a clothing brand born from a simple question: what would I actually want to wear if I were visiting the Falklands, or living […]
International Speakers Stress Need for Plan at FIDC Economic Development Forum 2026
Message from all three speakers is that with hydrocarbons on the horizon, Falkland Islands should have roadmap in place to implement over coming two years. If oil is to come online in two years’ time, the Falkland Islands must be preparing now, and should have a clear strategy in place with its top priorities. That […]
FerMarsh provide locally grown produce to the Falkland Islands
Ellie Ferriby and Harley Marshall are two hard-working growers who have transformed their strong work ethic and passion into a successful growing business known as FerMarsh established in 2024. FerMarsh grows and supplies fresh vegetables to the Falkland’s community, helping to meet the increasing demand for locally produced fresh produce. Ellie and Harley recognised the […]
