Cairngorm resort is back in HIE hands

DAY-to-day operations of the Cairngorm Mountain ski resort are back in the hands of Highlands and Islands Enterprise.

The enterprise body owns Cairngorm Estate and had leased the resort to Cairngorm Mountain Limited (CML), which went into administration last month.

But the enterprise agency has now reached agreement with the administrators to acquire the business and assets of CML.

Staff and other assets will transfer to the new company, which will trade as Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Limited. The new company will honour season tickets purchased for this winter season.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has also appointed a “business turnaround specialist” and interim chief executive.

Charlotte Wright, HIE’s chief executive, said engagement with local business and community groups will continue to be important going forward. She added: “The deal that we’ve reached will protect jobs and bring stability to the business, which plays an important role in the wider local economy.

“The immediate focus of the new operating company is to ensure the best possible experience for visitors.”

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