Gunwharf announces partnership with Retail Trust
Gunwharf Quays has partnered with the Retail Trust to help protect retail workers from rising levels of abuse and violence. The partnership will give staff access to training and resources …
October 7, 2026
Portsmouth submits landmark UK City of Culture 2029 bid
Portsmouth has officially submitted its bid to become UK City of Culture 2029. The submission marks the culmination of one of the largest community engagement programmes ever carried out in …
August 11, 2026
Port’s shore power system goes live
Portsmouth International Port has taken a major step towards becoming the UK’s first zero-emissions port by 2050. Ferries and cruise ships can now plug into its new shore power system …
ECF and Portsmouth announce partnership for City Centre North
Portsmouth City Council has selected ECF as preferred partner for City Centre North, marking an important step forward for one of the largest regeneration opportunities on the south coast. City …
August 10, 2026
Portsmouth hosts NATO
For the first time this century, a high-level gathering of NATO industrialists were hosted in Portsmouth. This NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG) Portsmouth plenary meeting was a key opportunity for …
July 1, 2026
Watermark moves into Lakeside bringing back maritime training
Maritime consultants, Watermark Group, have relocated their headquarters to Lakeside North Harbour and reopened a well-known maritime training simulator centre helping to address the skills shortage in the sector. The …
May 27, 2026
Portsmouth Match Fund funds another business to grow
Independent street food business Shroom Kitchen has secured vital funding from the Portsmouth Match Fund, enabling the purchase of its first mobile catering unit and marking a major step forward …
April 15, 2026
Gunwharf Quays introduces oysters to the Solent
Gunwharf Quays has announced that 2,200 European Flat oysters have been introduced to the Solent as part of an environmental initiative in partnership with the Final Straw Foundation to revitalise …
Gunwharf plans to transform its Waterfront
Gunwharf Quays has unveiled new plans to transform its iconic Waterfront, setting out the next stage of its long‑term investment in Portsmouth. The plans come as Gunwharf Quays celebrates its …
April 1, 2026
Another local business opens at Gunwharf Quays
Gunwharf Quays continues their support for local businesses and have welcomed new wellness café, Maddie’s to join other local brands Baked By Sweet Tooth and Fossil Thief. Local independent café, …
March 4, 2026
Griffon Marine: Portsmouth engineering export success
Portsmouth has long been a powerhouse of marine engineering, shipbuilding and maritime innovation. Few companies embody this heritage more strongly than Griffon Marine. Proudly rooted in Portsmouth and Southampton, Griffon …
February 18, 2026
Portsmouth Markets unveil new look and events programme
Portsmouth City Council has announced the relaunch of Portsmouth Markets, unveiling a new identity and programme of events. The markets in Commercial Road, Cosham High Street and Southsea have been …
February 5, 2026
Council strengthens business support and drives economic growth
Portsmouth City Council has released new figures highlighting 2025 as a year of strong progress in supporting local businesses, boosting economic resilience, and driving investment across the city. The latest …
January 30, 2026
Portsmouth partners launch The Marketing Agency
A free marketing agency, drawing on university expertise and student talent, has been launched in Portsmouth as part of a wider effort to improve business capability, productivity and long-term growth …
January 22, 2026
PortaSauna named in top three SME in UK Awards
Less than two years ago, PortaSauna was an idea shared between friends in Portsmouth. The plan was to make real, wood-fired sauna experiences possible in any back garden, on any …
December 3, 2025
Portsmouth launches bold bid for UK City of Culture 2029
Portsmouth City Council, in partnership with Portsmouth Creates, has announced plans to bid for the prestigious UK City of Culture 2029 title to showcase the city’s creativity, heritage and ambition …
Southsea Food Festival 2026 dates confirmed
Portsmouth City Council is proud to announce the return of the much-loved Southsea Food Festival, taking place on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July 2026 in the heart of Southsea. …
November 12, 2025
UK first as international brand unveils ‘ApolloDomes’
Portsmouth will become the first location in the UK to host a new entertainment concept when the new ‘ApolloDomes’ launch at Gunwharf Quays in October. The attraction consists of two …
September 17, 2025
From Pop Up to permanent: SP Collections’ journey of growth
Mother and daughter team Shama Parveen and Lubna Saleem at SP Collections, have grown their business at the Portsmouth Pop Up shop and have now taken up permanent premises in …
August 27, 2025
Top British brand Charles Tyrwhitt opening at Gunwharf Quays
British menswear brand Charles Tyrwhitt is opening its newest UK store in Portsmouth at Gunwharf Quays, marking the brand’s southernmost location within its UK estate. The store has been designed …
Over £690K leveraged for Portsmouth’s creative sector
Portsmouth’s creative sector continues to thrive. Portsmouth Creates in partnership with Portsmouth City Council have shared the outcomes of its latest UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) match funding initiative. In …
July 22, 2025
Portsmouth businesses welcome top Ambassador to Japan
The UK’s Ambassador to Japan, Julia Longbottom, visited a selection of Portsmouth businesses today to boost economic ties as part of a new roadshow launched by the Foreign Secretary David …
July 3, 2025
Record number of local businesses back Southsea Food Festival
The popular Southsea Food Festival returns on 5 and 6 July and is supported by a record number of local businesses. Over 80 food and drink businesses are taking part …
June 4, 2025
Local voices shine celebrating Portsmouth’s city centre
A new music video and its soundtrack has been released to celebrate the history and community of Portsmouth’s city centre. The music video and new version of the hit single …
National exposure to boost Portsmouth tourism
Portsmouth’s tourism sector has been given a major boost with a new regional partnership opening doors to national exposure and funding opportunities. The city is part of a newly formed …
May 12, 2025
CIL Neighbourhood Fund supports new youth hub
A business unit in Fratton has been transformed into a dedicated multi youth community facility with funding from Portsmouth City Council’s CIL Neighbourhood Fund. Local youth charity Motiv8 now have …
February 3, 2025
Love Portsmouth Pop-Up Shop opening at Gunwharf Quays
Portsmouth City Council, in partnership with Love Southsea and supported by Landsec, today announced the opening of the “Love Portsmouth” pop-up shop at Gunwharf Quays. The shop, officially opening on …
January 13, 2025
New city enterprise centre to boost local economy
Portsmouth City Council has officially launched its new city enterprise centre to support local businesses to start up and grow. City Buildings Enterprise Centre is located in Commercial Road on …
October 17, 2024
Victorious Festival 2024: An unforgettable success
Victorious, the largest metropolitan festival in the UK has concluded for another year with organisers releasing next year’s tickets for sale. Victorious Festival excited crowds from Friday, august 23 until …
August 28, 2024
UCL joins Space South Central, the UK’s largest space cluster
UCL has joined the UK’s largest regional space cluster, Space South Central which is based in Portsmouth. As a global top 10 university, UCL’s addition to the cluster’s existing academic partners – …
August 20, 2024
Portsmouth’s leisure facilities celebrate top marks
Portsmouth’s Mountbatten and Pyramids leisure centres have been rated “Very Good” by Sport England’s trusted trade body, Right Directions. Both centres are owned by Portsmouth City Council and operated by …
August 6, 2024
Massive boost for local green skills and training
Four organisations are working together to provide free and subsidised green skills courses designed to support the move to NetZero for the region. Portsmouth City Council and Havant Borough Council …
July 30, 2024
Fratton Bridge Centre transformation plans move forward
The council’s plans to develop the Bridge Centre in Fratton have taken a step forward. Refurbishment of existing retail spaces is underway to create a vibrant mix of new businesses …
July 24, 2024
New entrepreneurs showcase at HSDC Pop-up market
HSDC’s recent ‘Not Yet on The High Street’ pop-up market showcased the best products from Creative Enterprise UAL Level 4 Diploma students to fellow artists, local shop owners and general …
June 25, 2024
Phase 2 approved for Gunwharf Quays £45m investment
Landsec has been granted planning permission from the council for the second phase of its £45 million investment into Gunwharf Quays. Phase two of the investment will focus on Marlborough …
Recipe for success at Portsmouth’s food and drink industry event
Over 40 local and regional food and drink businesses attended Eat the Island, Portsmouth’s food industry networking event organised by Portsmouth City Council, Hampshire Fare, Queens Hotel and University of …
June 14, 2024
Funding success for creative sector
Portsmouth Creates has announced investment success following a partnership with Portsmouth City Council to manage a match funding pot of £30,000 from the council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund, targeting the …
June 12, 2024
Lakeside win Landlord of the Year
The south coast’s premier business campus Lakeside North Harbour have been named Commercial Landlord of the Year at the 2024 South Coast Property Awards. This continues the impressive record of …
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard wins double at top industry awards
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard has won Partnership of the Year and Best Use of Digital at the prestigious Museums + Heritage Awards 2024. The Museums + Heritage Awards celebrates the very …
May 29, 2024
Portsmouth in top 10 for most popular city
According to a recent survey by YouGov, Portsmouth has been ranked one of the top 10 cities in the UK. Popularity is defined as the percentage of people who have …
May 8, 2024
Space cluster celebrates first year
It’s been a busy first year for Space South Central, the UK’s largest space cluster, promoting growth and innovation in the thriving space industry across Hampshire, Surrey and the Isle …
May 1, 2024
First business moves into new city centre Enterprise Centre
Citrus Service Group, the first business to take premises in Portsmouth City Council’s new enterprise centre has moved in. City Buildings Enterprise Centre is located in Commercial Road on the …
April 10, 2024
Gunwharf Quays’ refresh “Made in Portsmouth”
Gunwharf Quays has re-launched its ‘Made in Portsmouth’ initiative to encourage young people to help shape the future of retail. The brief for students invites participants to reimagine and repurpose …
March 27, 2024
First Green Tourism Award winners
To mark English Tourism Week, the first Visit Portsmouth Green Tourism Awards have been awarded to businesses that are able to demonstrate they are working sustainably and responsibly. Awards are …
March 20, 2024
Future High Streets work set to finish on Commercial Road
The government funded Future High Streets project is ending in the northern part of Commercial Road. The council was awarded funding to make minor improvements that include new seating, more …
Historic Dockyard listed in top 3 most visited attractions
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard has been named in the top forty UK visitor attractions according to The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) figures for the third year in a row. …
Maritime UK Solent partners with Canada to promote maritime business investment
Maritime UK Solent has joined forces with Canada’s Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia (OTCNS) to support economic growth on the international stage. The organisations on the 11 March 2024 …
March 12, 2024
Business led contingent to promote the region at UK MIPIM 2024
The business led consortium representing the Central South UK will be the strongest yet with 25 partners joining forces to promote the region at the world’s leading and most influential …
March 6, 2024
Quattro Foods, CTS Europe and Positive Eats win big at the News Business Excellence Awards
At the end of a jam packed Portsmouth and South Coast Business Week, Portsmouth Guildhall buzzed with anticipation as businesses, large and small, came together to celebrate at the News …
February 28, 2024
Hampshire FA partners with Lakeside to support new football complex
Hampshire FA have announced a partnership with Lakeside to compliment the opening of the new and improved King George V Football Complex. The partnership presents Hampshire FA with an opportunity …