Livingston-based Highlander, which designed and produced backpacks, wallets and travel accessories for mainstream United Kingdom retail for London 2012, will now see its products as part of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games merchandise range that will continue to expand in the coming months.

"We are pleased to see the first of what we anticipate will be a number of Scottish companies come forward as an official merchandise licensee," Glasgow 2014 deputy chief executive Ty Speer said.

"The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games is an opportunity for businesses based in Scotland to benefit from and become part of the largest sporting and cultural event ever held here."

London 2012 official merchandise supplier Highlander will also manufacture Glasgow 2014 products

Highlander sales director Ramin Golzari explained that after working with the London 2012 Games Glasgow 2014 was "the next natural step".

"Following the experience of London 2012 we're excited to be part of another large multisport event taking place on our doorstep," he said.

Opportunities for Scottish businesses to be involved were outlined at a recent Licensee Workshop and several more companies are expected to be appointed as a result in the coming months.

Interest in Commonwealth Games licensed products has been high across the country and with some licence categories still available, interested parties are encouraged to contact Glasgow 2014.

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