Aberdeen lies at the heart of the UKCS offshore oil and gas business. It houses not only DTI/UKTI offices but also a large number of operators, contractors and suppliers. Public/private oil and gas sector initiatives, such as LOGIC, ITF and PILOT also have a home in Aberdeen.

Acknowledged throughout the oil and gas industry as the UK base, Aberdeen is the ideal location for a Council office to serve the needs of companies North of the border, who may not have ready access to the London facilities.