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Submissions are now open, with a shortlist to be announced in the summer.
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The black-tie ceremony will take place on October 2 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central.
Richard Muir, deputy chief executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, said: "This event is a highlight on the business calendar for Glasgow.
"There is always such a fantastic atmosphere in the room on the night, and the strong community of our city shines through.
"We should celebrate the successes of our businesses and take pride in the unique, varied and innovative sectors that call Glasgow their home."
The Glasgow Business Awards are organised by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, with the Glasgow Times' sister title The Herald serving as media partner.
This year's categories include innovation, communications, international trade, community wealth, and sustainability.
A new Glasgow 850 award has been introduced to mark the city's 850th anniversary and will honour an individual who has made a significant contribution to Glasgow.
The evening's highest honour, the Award for Most Outstanding Business, will be given to one of the category winners.
Individual achievements will also be recognised through the Young Business Person of the Year Award.
The final award of the evening, the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce Award for Lifetime Achievement, honours some of the most inspiring business leaders.
Past recipients include Ian Curle, former chief executive of Edrington, Eddie Hawthorne, chief executive officer of Arnold Clark, and last year's winner, Peter Duthie, former chief executive officer of the SEC.
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