THE growth plans of small Scottish manufacturers are being hindered by fuel and transport costs, as well as late paying customers, according to research by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
It found that two-fifths of small manufacturers plan to develop new products, just under one-quarter intend to expand into new sectors while a similar number are considering new markets.
However, the survey of 73 businesses found notable obstacles to the plans, with 95% of firms reporting that the viability of their business was being challenged by fuel prices and 88% cited transport costs as a problem.
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