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Aberdeen's Kirsty Muir finishes fourth in the women’s big air final at the 2026 Olympics

British freestyle skier Kirsty Muir finished fourth in the women’s big air final at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno, narrowly missing out on a medal. She delivered one of the highest individual jump scores with a double cork 1620 but was overtaken in the final round by competitors from Canada, China and Italy. This was the second time at these Games that the 21-year-old from Aberdeen narrowly missed the podium, having also placed fourth in the slopestyle final. Muir said her result was “bittersweet” after going for a trick she had not landed before and giving her best effort.

University of Aberdeen to open India campus this year

The University of Aberdeen has confirmed it will open a new campus in India later this year. The branch campus will be based in the Powai area of Mumbai, with admissions now open and teaching expected to begin in September. Initial courses will focus on artificial intelligence, management, computing and data science. The university received approval from the Indian government last year to progress the plans. The move marks the institution’s first overseas campus and is intended to strengthen international academic links and attract students from across India and the wider region.

Aberdeen to Bid Again for Tall Ships Races

Aberdeen will bid to host the Tall Ships Races again following the huge success of this summer’s event. Nearly half a million people attended in July, generating more than £30 million for the local economy, far exceeding expectations. The international spectacle, one of Scotland’s largest tourism events this year, drew visitors from across the UK to Aberdeen Harbour. The city council has now agreed to submit a new bid, in partnership with the Port of Aberdeen and Sail Training International, to bring the event back as early as 2030. Organisers described it as a landmark moment for the city.

Tall Ships event attracted nearly 500,000 visitors

Almost half a million people attended this year’s Tall Ships Races in Aberdeen, generating more than £30 million for the local economy. The July event far exceeded expectations, attracting 496,000 visits, with nearly a fifth of attendees travelling from outside north-east Scotland. A council report said the economic benefit was £12 million higher than forecast, with hotel stays, business turnover and local trade all boosted. Aberdeen City Council said it hopes to host the Tall Ships again and is now planning a Festival of the Sea for 2026, supported by the Coastal Communities Fund.

Scottish Port Celebrates Record-Breaking Cruise Season

Scotland’s Port of Aberdeen has marked another record-breaking cruise ship season. The port received more than 60 cruise calls during the 2025 season, bringing approximately 40,000 visitors to the north-east of the country. The influx has supported local tourism, retail and hospitality sectors. Senior port officials said the growth reflects continued investment in berth facilities and the appeal of Scotland’s scenic coastline. While full economic figures are still being collated, the result underlines the region’s growing role in UK cruise-tourism and is seen as a positive signal for future visitor-economy planning.