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AWARD HOLDERS 2020 - 2023
Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company (SBMC)
Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company (SBMC) is Scotland’s leading social enterprise providing employment opportunities for disadvantaged veterans – particularly those with life-changing physical and mental health disabilities brought about by service. Operating as a not-for-profit social enterprise, the factory reinvests 100% of its surplus back into the operation – and the activity of its parent charity, Royal British Legion Industries - to provide greater employment, welfare, and housing opportunities to its beneficiaries. Through a combination of flexible,
model, which incorporates not just an employability offering but also a crucial training and welfare development programme, sees the enterprise offer unparalleled social value for its clients. SBMC does not simply supply first-class products for its broad range of customers, but those customers can also see the demonstrable impact doing business with SBMC has on those who work or volunteer in the factory. This is recognised by customers large and small, including one of the country’s largest infrastructure companies who have been a committed supporter of SBMC. The Scotland’s Bravest vision is predicated on helping people regain their independence. This is achieved by providing individuals with the tools to change their own lives. This is done by becoming a truly industry-leading enterprise, where individuals have the opportunity to work on nationally-significant projects. SCOTLAND’S BRAVEST MANUFACTURING COMPANY (SBMC) Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company, Bishopton, Renfrewshire, PA7 5PU Tel: 0141 471 0830 • enquiries@scotlandsbravest.org.uk Website: www.scotlandsbravest.org.uk scotlands-bravest-manufacturing-company
SBMC provides veteran employment in an industry-leading manufacturing setting
temporary, and permanent, full-time contracts, Scotland’s Bravest veterans are given the working opportunities which are directly suited to their needs and align with any challenges they may face as a result of a physical or hidden disability. Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company’s key objective is to be a socially thriving, commercially successful enterprise which provides life-changing employment and training opportunities to the country’s disadvantaged veterans. This is ex-servicemen and women and their families so they can go on to lead independent,
rewarding lives in the civilian world having upskilled in an industry-leading manufacturing centre. The team produce for road and rail Infrastructure signage markets including private sector organisations and local authorities, especially through the Government’s Supported Business Framework. The factory also produces commercial signage for a wide range of public and private organisations that include Bear Scotland, Scottish Canals, the NHS and Sir Robert McAlpine. Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company’s
Special Quality Alloys Ltd (SQA)
Special Quality Alloys Ltd (SQA) is a family-owned manufacturer and supplier of forgings, rolled rings, and bar stock in specialist steels and alloys. Since 1986, the company has successfully supplied critical industries including oil and gas, power generation, and the emerging renewables markets. Winning a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the category of International Trade in 2022 was a very proud achievement for the company. Kirsty Wilson, Business Development Manager said,
“Winning a Queen’s Award was a great moment in the company’s history and a testament to the highly skilled and committed workforce we have here in Sheffield”. The subsequent months since receiving the award have been both eventful and positive in many ways. In early 2023, we received a call from Buckingham Palace to advise us that we had been selected to welcome HRH The Princess Royal during her visit to the city of Sheffield. We were
reliably informed that the decision to include SQA in this momentous visit to the region was attributed to our Queen’s Award success. Another wonderful day for the company and its employees.
SQA Managing Director, Benn Beardshaw, with HRH The Princess Royal
SPECIAL QUALITY ALLOYS LTD (SQA) Continental Works, Bessemer Road, Sheffield, S9 3XN Tel: +44 (0)114 243 4366
Our international trade continues to go from strength to strength. In 2023, we recorded our most successful year in business. An exciting and optimistic time as we grow and invest in the future of the company.
sales@specialqualityalloys.com www.specialqualityalloys.com
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