From the garden shed to multi-million pound profits: SDM Fuel Solutions named on Sunday Times list

SDM Fuel Solutions, the Ower-based fuel management specialist, has placed 14th on The Sunday Times’ list of fastest-growing privately held companies. The accolade comes... READ MORE »

Tangle launches new dog bowl made from recycled fishing nets to mark Plastic Free July

Tangle, the Portsmouth-based company out to clean up the ocean by recycling old fishing nets, has launched a new dog bowl. Through the company's partnerships at ports... READ MORE »

Xavier brewed his way to the edge of Europe, now he’s preparing to row the Atlantic

Xavier Baker, Co-Founder of the Isle of Wight Distillery, has a long legacy in the alcohol trade. “I was commercially brewing at 17, before I could even legally... READ MORE »

Made in Hampshire: Hovercraft destined for Japan gets put through its paces in Solent sea trials

Griffon Hoverwork is a shining example of the innovation and business connections for which Hampshire is renowned, with their latest project set to put the county firmly... READ MORE »

Biz Bites: Charity hits the high seas; Shaw Gibbs opens in Basingstoke; Digital school on world stage

Charity helps first-time sailors take to the water with support from Ancasta A group of 17 intrepid young cancer survivors had their first time out on the high seas with... READ MORE »

First outing for charity regatta proves a roaring success thanks to support from Solent brewers

This year’s inaugural Sail to Reward Regatta raised a staggering £20,650 last week with the backing of event sponsor Isle of Wight Distillery, producers of Mermaid... READ MORE »

Making a splash! Southampton International Boat Show returns this September for its 54th year

From Friday 15 to Sunday 24 September, Southampton will once again be hosting its annual International Boat Show, with attractions old and new for all ages. It’s grown... READ MORE »

Biz Bites: New wine tasting barn; Kids pitch in on tree planting; Charity partners with sun care brand

Sip, sip, hooray! New wine tasting barn offers a grape experience in Hinton Ampner Sparkling wine producer Raimes Vineyard has opened a new tasting barn on Broad Lane in... READ MORE »

Cuttlefish come under the spotlight as ferry firm hosts research by Portsmouth marine scientists

Postgrad marine scientist Emma Chappell is on a mission to learn more about the cuttlefish living in and around Portsmouth Harbour. As part of a collaboration with... READ MORE »

A light lunch! Historic vessel refitted as 1940s-style restaurant set to welcome diners at Haslar Marina

Opening to guests at Haslar Marina next week, The Lightship will offer a particularly unique dining experience for the people of Gosport. The former lightvessel has... READ MORE »