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SHINe team

Learn about the team that delivers the SHINe project.

SHINe was formed by Scottish Enterprise. It’s being delivered by Carbon Limiting Technologies and Gemserv, a Talan Company, up to 2026. 

Find out more about the team committed to shining a light on the Scottish hydrogen innovation network.

Carbon Limiting Technologies (CLT)

CLT works with industry and government to commercialise low carbon innovations and accelerate clean growth.

James Ruel

James is Project Manager for SHINe and one of the dedicated engagement champions working across the innovation network. He leads on the overall delivery and is one of the first points of contact for all engagement.

He leads the support to SHINe stakeholders and businesses. Stakeholder support could include direct one-to-one support from a dedicated advisor/mentor who would be able to provide specific support to stakeholders. James will co-ordinate the support to businesses, including an application process and business diagnostic, and allocation of a specialist mentor.

Contact James by email at: james.ruel@carbonlimitingtechnologies.com

Robert Olrog

Robert is the Deputy Project Manager and Inward Investment Lead for SHINe. He supports Scottish start-ups to connect with investors. He also helps both start-ups and universities with international funding opportunities. Robert is the main point of contact for those seeking funding for innovation.

Contact Robert by email at: robert.olrog@carbonlimitingtechnologies.com

Gemserv, a Talan Company

Gemserv, a Talan Company, specialises in navigating complex and highly regulated energy and environmental sectors, providing a comprehensive range of services tailored to organisations in both public and private entities. 

Rachael Quintin-Baxendale

Rachael is the Delivery Lead for SHINe and is responsible for bringing together SHINe members, users, supporters and innovators to facilitate collaboration and innovation. She organises the SHINe Industry Advisory Board, chairs member meetings and represents SHINe at events.

Rachael also works with SHINe members to assess and map the capabilities that exist across Scotland’s hydrogen innovation network, to make it easier for companies and investors to see the nation’s diverse offerings in one space.

Contact Rachael by email at: rachael.quintin-baxendale@gemserv.com

Clare Jackson 

Clare Jackson is the SHINe Industry Advisory Board Chair. The board exists to provide strategic guidance to SHINe members and ensure their offerings reflect the pressing needs of the hydrogen industry. 

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