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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, 2026Discover how your business can win more local and national contracts with Portsmouth City Council and the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) at a new advice session. FREE 1 on 1 …
A new manager has been appointed to lead Portsmouth’s first-ever city centre Business Improvement District (BID), which will invest around £1.6 million over the next five years to help businesses …
September 29, 2026Significant scale of investment is being put into one of Portsmouth’s biggest employers. Airbus Defence and Space is ploughing a high single-digit million figure into its site in Anchorage Park. …
September 16, 2026Griffon Marine welcomed Louise Haigh, First Secretary of State, to its shipyard at Trafalgar Wharf, Portsmouth, as the Government highlighted the role that public procurement can play in supporting British …
August 26, 2026A new initiative from Gunwharf Quays has been launched to give independent businesses a new route to market. Loved By Gunwharf has been launched to champion independent businesses from …
Southsea Food Festival 2026 generated an estimated £2.18 million in visitor spending underlining its growing role in supporting Portsmouth’s economy and tourism sector. New research shows the award-winning event attracted …
From workshops and mentoring to networking and marketing support, PortsMed shares how the Portsmouth Business Support Service helped the business grow during its first year. Portsmouth Business Support Service (PBSS) …
August 24, 2026Portsmouth 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, 2026Portsmouth 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 …
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, 2026Landsec, owner of one of the UK’s leading retail destination portfolios, has released its annual social and economic impact report revealing how Gunwharf Quays is helping to drive local growth, contributed £145,499,975 …
July 22, 2026Lakeside North Harbour has won the Sustainability Initiative award at the Property Week Commercial Property Awards for its transformative step in renewable energy generation within the UK commercial property sector. …
Portsmouth’s own Natty’s Jerk has become a local legend, serving up authentic Jamaican flavours, community spirit, and entrepreneurial inspiration. Founded by Nathaniel Crutchfield, better known as Natty, the business has …
July 6, 2026For 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, 2026A Portsmouth small business success story is taking its next step, as artisan bakery Pauline Macarons expands into a commercial kitchen at Victory Business Centre. Founder Pauline has moved out …
June 24, 2026From a dining room table to two thriving offices, SLR is a Portsmouth-born business that’s become a national name in marine recruitment, while staying deeply rooted in its local community. Founded …
June 22, 2026Tucked away in Old Portsmouth, Smoke and Mirrors has quickly become one of the city’s most distinctive dining experiences. Co-owner and Chef Patron Jordan Thompson set out to create something …
Baked by Sweet Tooth What started as a small market stall in Portsmouth has quickly grown into one of the city’s most exciting independent food brands. Founded by Luke Lovelace, …
June 18, 2026Griffon Marine has announced a 24% expansion of its workforce following a series of major contract wins, including its recent success in securing two lots under the Ministry of Defence’s Boats In-Service Support …
June 10, 2026Maritime 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, 2026A major conservation programme has begun at Fort Purbrook and Fort Widley, helping to safeguard two of Portsmouth’s historic Victorian forts for future generations. The £2.1 million project is being …
May 13, 2026Portsmouth-based CTS Europe Ltd has won a King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade. This recognises sustained growth, innovation and export success. This award reflects 15 years of sustained growth and …
Portsmouth Theatres has been selected as a recipient of £450,000 funding from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). This significant award will directly support improvements and initiatives at …
April 29, 2026Independent 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, 2026Gunwharf 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 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, 2026Portsmouth City Council is delighted to announce the completion of the Castle Road transformation project, marking a major community milestone in creating a safer, greener and more welcoming destination for …
March 24, 2026The multi-million pound renovation of Hilsea Lido is complete, and Portsmouth City Council have handed over the keys of the site to its new operator, the team behind Sea Lanes …
March 23, 2026Local company Griffon Marine has successfully completed a significant contract with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), demonstrating the strength of the region’s marine engineering and defence manufacturing capabilities. The …
March 18, 2026Portsmouth is one step closer to becoming UK City of Culture 2029 after being named on the longlist for the competition alongside nine other cities which includes Ipswich and Wrexham. …
Planning permission has been approved to redevelop the former Debenhams store on Commercial Road in Portsmouth’s city centre. This marks an important milestone for Portsmouth’s city centre regeneration. The approved …
Portsmouth City Council’s B2B Network meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month and at a different venue around Portsmouth. Face to face meetings are £15 to include …
March 5, 2026Portsmouth & South Coast Business Week 2026 culminated with the annual Portsmouth Business Awards. Local businesses, large and small, came together to celebrate Portsmouth’s best businesses at Portsmouth Guildhall. Now …
March 4, 2026Gunwharf 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, …
An important milestone has been reached that will bring forward the delivery of 175 social rent council homes in central Portsmouth. Portsmouth City Council will be starting the process to secure a contractor to build …
February 24, 2026Hilsea Lido, one of Portsmouth’s most loved community landmarks, will reopen on Saturday 2 May 2026 and begin an exciting new chapter as a year-round destination for health, wellbeing, and …
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, 2026Colliers’ Licensed & Leisure team has been appointed by Portsmouth City Council to secure a new operator for the iconic Spinnaker Tower. The 170-metre tower, located on the entrance to …
February 16, 2026Work commissioned by Portsmouth City Council has set out how to deliver the regeneration of the northern part of the city centre. A report going to the council’s Cabinet on …
February 9, 2026Portsmouth 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, 2026Internationally respected video games developer, Climax Studios, has relocated its headquarters to Lakeside North Harbour, to support its growth plans to scale effectively. Founded in Portsmouth over 35 years ago, …
February 4, 2026Portsmouth 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, 2026A 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, 2026Portsmouth City Council is calling on local businesses to seize the opportunity and apply for the final round of the Portsmouth Match Fund, a grant designed to help local startups …
January 8, 2026Portsmouth International Port is set to reinforce its position as the UK’s leading port for boutique cruising as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Announcing its 2026 cruise schedule, the local-authority owned …
January 7, 2026Work to transform Castle Road into a safer, more attractive destination for residents and visitors is well underway – and taking a short festive break before resuming in the new …
December 24, 2025Lakeside North Harbour has announced a new lettings agreement with Meon Capital, a local fund management firm. The new office will play a crucial role in supporting the business to grow, providing the space …
December 17, 2025A family legacy, a global impact Harwin is a world-leading specialist in reliable and high-performance technologies for demanding applications. Space, avionics and subsea manufacturers count amongst their main customers. Founded …
December 12, 2025Portsmouth International Port is celebrating after being crowned Best Port at the prestigious cruise Wave Awards. Internationally renowned, the Wave Awards celebrate the very best of the sector. Portsmouth has won Best …
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