C HAPTER 2 T HE B ANK ’ S ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION ON ESTABLISHMENT 15 1A The Bank’s vision The articles of association must state that the Bank’s vision is to provide finance and act to catalyse private investment to achieve a step change in growth for the Scottish economy by powering innovation and accelerating the move to a net-zero emissions, high-tech, connected, globally-competitive and inclusive economy. 20 2 The Bank’s objects (1) The articles of association must state that the Bank’s main object is giving financial assistance to commercial activities for the purpose of promoting or sustaining economic development or employment in Scotland.