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Dunns chairman to cycle 380km for charity in Tanzania
Jim Rowan, chairman of Dunns Food and Drinks, will take on the challenge from July 3 to 11.
The challenge aims to raise funds for two Scottish charities, AWARE Scotland and The Haven.
The expedition will see Mr Rowan join fellow cyclists from The Country Range Group.
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They will ride for up to nine hours a day, traversing mountain trails, rural villages, and the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, before finishing at the Ngorongoro Crater National Park.
As well as supporting the 'Bikes Against Bombs' initiative, Mr Rowan is keen to use the ride to raise money for Dunns' Scottish charity partners.
Mr Rowan, who has been with the firm since 1989, said: "Taking part in this challenge reflects the values we hold as a company.
"I wanted to mark the 150th milestone by doing something that makes a real difference to the lives of others.
"It's a privilege to ride in support of these causes, and it's been a privilege to spend so much of my working life as part of this company.
"It's going to be incredibly tough, but it will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I'm hoping through the generosity of sponsors will make a meaningful impact to the two Dunns' charities."
Founded in 1875, Dunns is one of Scotland's longest-established wholesalers.
The company has announced plans for future growth while maintaining its commitment to community and charity efforts.
Julie Dunn, managing director, said: "The whole team is behind Jim and incredibly proud of what he's doing.
"Charity and community have been central to Dunns since day one, and I couldn't think of a better way to mark our 150th anniversary celebrations."
