The Herald Family Business Awards have announced their finalists for the 2019 awards and James Donaldson and Sons has been announced among the list of shortlisted companies in the categories; Rural Family Business of the Year (Large) and Family Business of the Year (Large).

The Herald Family Business Awards in association with Business Gateway, now in its 8^th year celebrates the diverse, innovative and dynamic family business sector. Today, almost two-thirds of businesses in Scotland are family-run enterprises, and the awards recognise these businesses that work tirelessly to ensure they succeed in the Scottish economy. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony held in Glasgow on Wednesday 4^th December.

Scott Cairns, Group Managing Director of James Donaldson and Sons said: “It’s great to be recognised as part of such a wide network of family businesses, who all come together at events like this to celebrate and share their successes.  Best of luck to all the finalists.”