The Herald

Scottish Family Business Awards

in association with Business Gateway

Summary

The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards 2025 in association with Business Gateway will celebrate the vibrant and inventive Scottish family business sphere. Enterprises which not only drive diversity and dynamism but also play a crucial role in enriching the communities they serve.

The winners from 2024 can be found below

Entry Deadline

Wednesday, September 17th – 6pm

Event Date

Wednesday, November 26 2025

Event Time

6:30pm

Location

Radisson Blu, Glasgow

2024 Winners

Fastest Growing Family Business Award sponsored by Business Gateway

Union Technical Services Ltd – WINNER

Business Innovation Award

Taylors Snacks – WINNER

Customer Service Excellence

Caulders Garden Centres – WINNER

Green Family Business of the Year

Hebrides Cruises – WINNER

Commitment to the Community

Border Biscuits Ltd – WINNER

Rural Family Business of the Year

Lecht Ski Company Ltd – WINNER

Next Generation Award

Peter Facenna – Allied Vehicles Limited – WINNER
Rachel Littlejohn – Newton Property Management – COMMENDATION

Scottish Family Business of the Year (Micro) sponsored by Business Gateway

Seabirds-and-Seals The Original Noss Boat Tours – WINNER

Scottish Family Business of the Year (Small / Medium) sponsored by Virgin Money

Union Technical Services Ltd – WINNER

Scottish Family Business of the Year (Large) sponsored by Malcolm Group

Border Biscuits Ltd – WINNER

Recognition Award

Neil Ross, Taylors Snacks – COMMENDATION
Gavin Money, The NWH Group – WINNER

Outstanding Contribution – sponsored by Strathclyde Business School

(Announced on the night)
Afzal Khushi and Akmal Khushi, Trespass – WINNER