The company will go head to head against five other companies for the Fair Work (51 employees or over) award, sponsored by Glasgow City Council, which celebrates and rewards commitment to putting in place policies and practices which have improved the working lives of employees and have realised direct improvements to the performance and productivity of the business.

Run by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, the event will take place on Thursday October 3, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central, selected from close to 60 Glasgow-based businesses.

This year has welcomed a record number of new companies, particularly within categories revelling in international trade, innovation and entrepreneurial success, highlighting the growing strength of the Glasgow business community during an uncertain period.

All businesses shortlisted for awards will be in with a chance to win Royal Bank of Scotland’s Most Outstanding Business, which is selected from entries across the range of categories.

Paying homage to the major achievements of one of Glasgow’s longstanding business leaders, Glasgow Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement award will also be announced on the night, celebrating long term contributions to the city’s landscape. 

Last year the award was given to Bill Munro, founder and chairman of UK-wide independent travel agency Barrhead Travel – previous winners across a range of categories at the annual event.

The awards, which have a rich history, commenced in 1997 when they were held in the then Thistle Hotel, to an audience of around 250 people.

Since then, the awards have grown significantly, attracting approximately 700 guests, to become the champion of major achievements and business success in the city, and the ‘must have’ for the business community.

Richard Muir, deputy chief executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, said: “As we look forward to our 22nd year of the Glasgow Business Awards, we’re thrilled to announce the shortlist following another outstanding round of entries across each of the categories.

“We continue to be in awe of the superb work taking place across the city, highlighting the entrepreneurial charge, the keen desire to trade internationally, the great initiatives that support employees and the overall success of the business landscape.

“It’s encouraging to see so many new names among the shortlist as we remain committed to providing the best possible platform for Glasgow’s businesses, whether established or emerging, to showcase their accomplishments.

“Well done to all of the shortlisted companies and we wish them the very best of luck on the night.”

Malcolm Buchanan, chair, Scotland Board, Royal Bank of Scotland, said: “The Glasgow Chamber of Commerce Awards holds an important space on the city’s business and social calendar and Royal Bank of Scotland is delighted once again to partner and support the event.

“Glasgow is a hive of business activity and these awards offer an opportunity to celebrate the skill, talent and diversity which exists in this city, and showcase the ecosystem and support which helps businesses here thrive. 

“We wish the very best of luck to every entrant.”