Freetronics Engineering
Glasgow
Fretronics Engineering Ltd is an innovative electronic design, manufacturing, and repair company specialising in professional audio equipment for the global music and live events industry.
Case Studies
Listen to what some of our clients had to say about their experience of taking the leap with us and how their loans have transformed their businesses.
Lerags Farm Luxury Glamping Ltd
Oban, Argyll
Lerags Farm Luxury Glamping Ltd (“Lerags”) is a private limited company incorporated in December 2022 and wholly owned by Katherine Mackenzie. Located just outside Oban, on six acres of land owned by Katherine herself, the business aims to address a long-standing gap in the local tourism market: the shortage of high-quality, self-catering accommodation during the busy summer season.
The Good Pet Collective Ltd
Glasgow
The Good Pet Collective Ltd (“Good Pet”) is a private limited company established in July 2024 by founder and sole director Catriona Blue. Based in Glasgow’s thriving West End, the business was formed to acquire and continue the operations of the well-known independent pet shop Pets Cetera.
Calpa Menswear Ltd
Stirling
Calpa Menswear Ltd (“Calpa”) is a private limited company incorporated in December 2024 and fully owned by founder Carl Lamming. Based in Stirling city centre, Calpa is a premium menswear retailer offering contemporary fashion brands. The business operates from a prominent retail unit on Upper Craig Street and complements in-store sales with an online presence via Shopify.
Sky-Pin Drones Ltd
Scottish Borders
Sky-Pin Drones Ltd (“Sky-Pin”) is a private limited company, incorporated in November 2017, and wholly owned by James Braid. Based in Melrose, Scottish Borders, Sky-Pin specialises in aerial surveys and mapping services, offering 3D modelling, photography, and videography powered by advanced drone technology. With a primary focus on Scotland, the company caters to landowners and farmers, providing services such as plant and crop health mapping, peatland restoration mapping, and ecological and habitat management.
Bee Happy Breaks Scotland Ltd
Perth
Business Overview
Bee Happy Breaks Scotland Ltd, founded by Joyce and Alan Jamieson, provides self-catering accommodation on their property in West Tofts, Stanley, near Perth. The business started with a studio apartment, known as “The Hive”, attached to their home. After a successful test run from May to September 2023, the Jamiesons saw strong occupancy rates and identified local demand for further expansion.
"My dream became a reality due to the loan from DSL"
Kelly WrightThe Refillery, Edinburgh
'I received a loan from DSL and Murray was my point of contact, he was very professional and always made time to help me with any questions or queries I had. Thank you so much to Murray and those at DSL who helped me out, my dream business is now a reality.'
Mollie PowneyProject Neuro
"I highly recommend DSL as a provider for start-up business funding. The customer service, especially from Paul, was outstanding. Every aspect of the process was transparent, realistic, and very well managed. I look forward to dealing with them again in the future."
Emma Loen
“We didn’t think anyone would back us, but DSL did.”
Feliz CelikThe Nether Bow Port, Edinburgh
“We were able to purchase new equipment to continue growing our business.”
Mateusz NoniewiczPlanet Kuku, Edinburgh
“Fantastic advice every step of the way helped get me started. Even during difficulties I was given time and help.”
Jamie RintoulJoanie's Music, Stirling
“With help from DSL, we were able to move premises for expansion, put all our staff through their relevant qualifications, buy vehicles and work stations, etc. …None of this would have been possible if it wasn’t for DSL believing in my vision and supplying the funding which allowed me to grow the practice at a much faster pace.”
Suzanne McKellarMcKellar Accountancy
“The funding from DSL Business Finance was critical to supporting the work we wanted to do to the building and helped us through lockdown.”
John CoghillHebridean Inn
“The funding from DSL met my requirements and I very quickly had access to the capital to buy the second campervan. DSL was highly supportive and very engaged throughout the process.”
Eileen O'FarrellCamperceilidh Campers
“Receiving the funding and support from DSL Business Finance was an essential stepping stone in this next phase of CopperCairn, and the application process has been incredibly smooth from start to finish.”
Mitch BechardCopper Cairn
“The DSL loans officer for the Inverness area, Murray Marshall, gave me fantastic advice every step of the way and helped me to achieve my business goals.”
Zoe HallHighland Shepherd Huts