James A Marshall, a fourth-generation family business and one of Scotland’s oldest manufacturers, has secured a significant investment from Nevis Capital to support its next phase of growth and development across the UK and Europe.
Founded in 1856 and headquartered near Dumfries, James A Marshall has built a reputation over nearly 170 years for designing, manufacturing, and supplying shade cards.
These products are essential for industries such as apparel, textiles, automotive interiors, and window coverings, enabling businesses to showcase the quality, colour, texture, and specification of their materials to customers.
The company also maintains Scottish operations in Glasgow and Stirling and boasts a global presence with 14 offices worldwide.
Nevis Capital, known for investing in niche industrial and manufacturing businesses, has acquired a significant stake in James A Marshall.
This partnership is expected to accelerate the company’s expansion plans and strengthen its market position. Hamish Marshall, director at James A Marshall, expressed enthusiasm about the deal, stating: “We’re delighted to welcome the Nevis team as shareholders. They have a proven track record of successfully supporting businesses like ours with long-term expansion.
“Most importantly, their values align with ours, and they are committed to delivering outstanding results for both customers and employees. I look forward to working with them as we continue to progress the business.”
Brian Aitken, partner at Nevis, highlighted the strength of James A Marshall’s relationships with its customers, employees, and suppliers, and emphasised Nevis’s commitment to a long-term approach: “We have been really impressed by James A Marshall’s ability to create well-established, trusted relationships with customers, employees and suppliers.
“We take a very long-term approach to our businesses and look forward to supporting the team to deliver continued growth and development throughout the years ahead.”
As part of the investment, industry veteran Svenja MacMillan has joined the board as a director to further strengthen the management team.
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With over 15 years’ experience in the global textile and clothing industry and a background in textile engineering and international business, MacMillan said: “I’m delighted to be joining one of the leading shade card businesses in the UK and look forward to getting to know our people and our customers and continuing the proud heritage of the business.”
The partnership marks a new chapter for James A Marshall as it seeks to build on its longstanding heritage and drive future growth both domestically and internationally.
