Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce is delighted to announce the finalists for the Medium to Large Business of the Year category at the 2025 Business Awards. Sponsored by Dains Accountants, this prestigious award recognises organisations with over 50 employees that demonstrate outstanding performance in leadership, innovation, employee engagement, financial strength, and sustainability.
This year’s finalists are leading the way in their sectors, shaping the future of business across Staffordshire and beyond:
Stone-based Capula has earned finalist status through its exceptional contributions to digital transformation, automation, and operational intelligence. With over 400 employees and more than five decades of experience, Capula delivers cutting-edge solutions to critical national infrastructure and energy sectors. Recent achievements include a record intake of degree-level apprentices, the expansion of its Staffordshire headquarters, and the opening of a new office in Yorkshire. Sustainability is central to Capula’s operations, from solar PV installation to EV salary sacrifice schemes. Through its EveryOne network, the company champions diversity, mental health, and inclusion, all while exceeding financial performance targets.
Marking its 80th anniversary in 2025, JCB has been shortlisted in recognition of its continued global impact, with 22 manufacturing plants across four continents and a workforce exceeding 19,000 people. Founded in a Uttoxeter garage, JCB is now the world’s third-largest construction equipment manufacturer by volume. Its groundbreaking work includes the world’s first zero-carbon hydrogen combustion engine, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable innovation. The company also invests heavily in people, having supported over 1,800 apprentices and graduates since 2008 and investing £8 million annually in training. JCB’s community work includes a 40-year partnership with the NSPCC and numerous grassroots projects throughout the region.
Bri-Stor Systems — part of The HEX Group — has been shortlisted for its outstanding all-round business performance. Operating from a fully integrated, 35-acre campus in Hixon, Staffordshire, the company converts more than 8 000 light commercial vehicles every year, making it the UK’s largest provider of fleet-conversion solutions for blue-chip operators such as RAC, British Gas and Murphy. This one-site model gives the business unrivalled control over quality, cost and lead-time while supporting innovations such as the patented Easi-Load ground-loading roof-rack and lightweight modular racking systems. Bri-Stor also pioneered electric-vehicle conversions, having completed the UK’s first trials more than five years ago
Winners will be revealed at the Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards Gala, taking place on Wednesday, 10 July 2025, at Uttoxeter Racecourse. The evening will bring together Staffordshire’s most inspiring business leaders to celebrate achievement, innovation, and excellence.
