AN Irvine-based engineering firm has been shortlisted for a national award.
Booth Welsh confirmed it has been named a finalist in the Transition of the Year category at the Employee Ownership Association Awards.
The company said its move to employee ownership has been an important step for the business and its future.
A spokesperson said: "Our transition to employee ownership has been an important step for the business, helping us build on the culture, values and collaborative approach that have always been important to Booth Welsh.
"The shortlist is a great recognition of the work and commitment shown by people across the business throughout the transition process.
"We’re looking forward to attending the awards and celebrating alongside other employee-owned businesses."
It has been nominated alongside Hallam, Amberleigh Care Limited and Batcheller Monkhouse in the same category.
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