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A Resounding Scottish Engineering Success Story
Zappshelter has become one of Britain’s most distinctive engineering success stories in the field of industrial shelters

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 135 min read


Scotland's Growing Facilities Management & Cleaning Powerhouse
For over two decades, that has been the promise of Spectrum Service Solutions, one of Scotland's most respected family-owned businesses in the facilities management (FM), cleaning, and event services sectors

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 137 min read


Family Firm Helps Keep Scotland’s Buildings Running Smoothly
When you walk into a hotel, a sports centre, or a retail outlet, you probably don’t think much about what makes the heating, lighting,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 114 min read


Travel Perfection From This Scottish Family Business Gem
In a world of global travel and promises of ‘first-class’ service that often fail to meet their billing, there is something quietly...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 96 min read


The Malcolm Group - A Scottish Family Legacy Built To Last
The Malcolm Group has grown from humble beginnings into one of Scotland’s most respected names in logistics and construction. But while its operations are far-reaching, the heart of the business remains distinctly local, personal, and deeply rooted in family values.

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 85 min read


Stafffinders, Scotland’s Family-Run Recruitment Consultancy
Nestled in the heart of Paisley, a town just outside of Glasgow, lies one of Scotland’s most enduring names in recruitment: Stafffinders....

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 74 min read


Sweet Success: The History And Heritage Of Golden Casket
Nestled in the heart of Greenock, a picturesque coastal town along the River Clyde in Scotland, lies one of the country’s best-kept...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 73 min read


A Family Farm, Spirited Traditions & Sustainability In Every Drop At Arbikie
Arbikie stands as far more than just a distillery. It is the embodiment of a family’s deep-rooted connection to the land.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 75 min read


Over A Century Of Flowing Forward For McAlpine Plumbing
On the outskirts of Glasgow, in the Hillington industrial estate, stands McAlpine Plumbing, a company whose name may not always appear in...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 14 min read


Scone Palace Is A Living Legacy of History, Kingship and Continuity
Nestled above the winding River Tay, overlooking the ancient city of Perth and framed by the distant Grampian Mountains, lies Scone—a...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Sep 304 min read


The Victor Pizza Company: Scotland’s Family Slice Of Ambition
In the heart of Glasgow, amid the bustle of industrial estates and the hum of production lines, lies a success story baked in flavour,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 264 min read


Stobo Castle Health Spa: A Timeless Journey from Ancestral Estate to World-Class Destination Spa
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, Stobo Castle Health Spa stands as a majestic symbol of history, luxury, and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 8, 20248 min read


Pagazzi: Illuminating Scotland’s Homes & Businesses Through Family Tradition
From its humble beginnings in a small shop in Scotland to becoming one of the UK’s largest independent lighting retailers, Pagazzi is a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 25, 20248 min read


James Donaldson Group: A Timber Legacy That’s Stood The Test Of Time
The James Donaldson Group, one of Scotland’s longest-standing family businesses, has grown from a small sawmill in Fife into a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20248 min read


Thorburn Group: A Legacy of Entrepreneurship In The Borders Of Scotland
Nestled in the picturesque Borders of Scotland, Thorburn Group has established itself as a prominent name in the construction and civil...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 28, 20243 min read


Celebrating Scottish Heritage For Over 20 Years
ScotlandShop was founded back in 2002 by Anna White and despite being a relatively young family business is a business that is steeped in...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 23, 20237 min read


Much More Than A Stitch In Time In The Borders
BE Uniforms, formerly known as Border Embroideries, was founded by Billy and Shirley Anne Smillie in 1989 using a single head embroidery...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 16, 20238 min read


Entrepreneurship And Innovation At The Heart Of Macsween
Macsween is a third generation family company established as a butchers shop in Edinburgh in the 1950’s. The company has passed down...

Sophie Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Jul 13, 20233 min read


A Journey Of Family Business Discovery
This short film highlights the depth and diversity of Scottish family businesses and our ten day journey of discovery as part of the 2021...

Sophie Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Jul 13, 20231 min read


The Stunning Beauty & Tranquility Of The Boath House
The Boath House is a luxury country house, widely renowned for its style, quality and fine cuisine. This award winning house and gardens...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 19, 20213 min read
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