Sir Ben Ainslie to speak at the Shaping Portsmouth Conference 2025

Shaping Portsmouth are delighted to announce that Sir Ben Ainslie will be the Keynote Speaker at their Shaping Portsmouth Conference in January. Sir Ben is CEO of... READ MORE »

Wightlink encourages community organisations to think green this winter

Wightlink is once again challenging the people of the Isle of Wight to come up with good ideas to help the Island become more sustainable, through its Green Innovation... READ MORE »

Southampton based Silverlake Automotive Recycling awarded Salvage Company of the Year 2024

Silverlake Automotive Recycling [Silverlake] was awarded Salvage Company of the Year at the prestigious ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards, held on November 28th... READ MORE »

Many happy returns! Networking group marks 35 years with chairmen & women through its history

A thriving business networking association in the South has celebrated its 35th anniversary. Executive Association Solent, founded in November 1989 by Stuart Percival... READ MORE »

Guests gather for Basingstoke conference and expo to ‘unlock Hampshire’s green potential’

More than 130 senior decision makers from companies and organisations across Hampshire came together recently for a conference and exhibition on sustainability and clean... READ MORE »

‘Tough day for business’ says chamber as Hampshire reacts to the budget

“This is certainly a tough budget for businesses with a heavy burden to carry.” The assessment of Ross McNally, chief executive of Hampshire Chamber, following new... READ MORE »

Hampshire Chamber calls for focus on investment, skills and innovation ahead of next week’s budget

Ahead of the autumn budget next Wednesday, Hampshire Chamber of Commerce has set out its wish list for government action. Ross McNally, chief executive of the chamber, is... READ MORE »

Venturefest South to welcome innovators for ‘most dynamic festival yet’

Regional growth programme Venturefest South (VFS) is set to host its eighth annual Festival of Innovation in Southampton this November. The event is expected to attract... READ MORE »

TL;DR group launches from triple merger including Havant-based Chapman Capital

Havant’s Chapman Capital has merged with SocialGram and SpeakOnPodcasts to form TL;DR, a new marketing and investment group focused on scaling consumer brands. The... READ MORE »

Southampton Science Park reveals businesses on latest accelerator

Southampton Science Park has announced the eight early-stage businesses participating in its latest Catalyst accelerator programme this autumn. The free programme... READ MORE »