Category: News Story

Call for Portsmouth to nominate their top teaching hero in local awards

Portsmouth’s teaching heroes will take centre stage at an awards ceremony for the profession at Portsmouth Guildhall on Thursday 9 June, hosted by comedian and broadcaster, Shaparak Khorsandi. The Teach Portsmouth Awards recognise colleagues who work in education locally in 10 award categories. Local residents whose children/young people attend school or college in the city […]

Port Solent set to keep kids entertained this February with its free Kids Clubs

    This February half-term, parents looking to entertain the kids can add Port Solent’s Kids Clubs to their list as it announces fun-filled events throughout half term, including the very popular Silly Scott’s Magic Shows and Children’s Parties Portsmouth. The free events will take place on Tuesday 22nd Feb and Thursday 24th Feb during […]

Wightlink is recognised for its environmental achievements and ambitions

  Shaping Portsmouth Patron, Wightlink has reached the finals of two prestigious awards in recognition of its environmental achievements and ambitions. The Isle of Wight ferry company is a finalist in the Beautiful South Tourism Awards (Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism category) and the Maritime UK Awards (Clean Maritime Operator category). Chief Executive Keith Greenfield […]

Shaping Portsmouth Patron GRP Solutions Acquires Estakleen

  GRP Solutions Ltd is delighted to announce its recent acquisition of Estakleen Systems Ltd. Estakleen is a supplier of acetone replacement products including EasyClean, supplied for several years by GRP Solutions, and the previously named Estakleen 70. Our acquisition is in line with our aim to develop a more sustainable range of products including […]

Night-time workers can help tackle violence against women and girls in Portsmouth

In a step towards tackling violence against women and girls in Portsmouth, people who work in the city at night, such as bar staff and taxi drivers, are being invited by Portsmouth City Council to learn how bystanders can support victims or even help prevent crime. Hampshire Constabulary recorded an increase in sexual offences in […]

UK economic boost expected as Portsmouth showcases sustainable port Masterplan

Portsmouth International Port is looking beyond its boundary as it sets out an ‘ambitious sustainable future’ following the launch of its 20-year Masterplan on Wednesday 16 February, which is expected to generate £739m in ten years. Central to the plans is a focus on green recovery, as the port outlines its commitments to sustainability in […]

Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards announce headline sponsors

The Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards have announced their headline sponsors for this year’s event: Liberty Photography, The Middle Group, and StartUp Disruptors. Pamodzi’s annual Awards celebrate Portsmouth-based individuals who make a positive impact within their communities, whatever context that may be in. The award evening marking International Women’s Day is open to men and […]

Rapala, Storm, Okuma and 13 Fishing heading for inaugural Sea Angling Classic

The Sea Angling Classic is delighted that lure manufacturing giants Rapala, along with sister predator brands Okuma, Storm and 13 Fishing are heading to this year’s Sea Angling Classic taking place in Portsmouth from 15-19 June. The brands, distributed by Normark UK, are supporting the Charter Boat category in what is set to be the […]

Find out about Crowdfunding at our free drop-in sessions

Portsmouth City Council and Shaping Portsmouth have teamed up with Crowdfunder to help make great ideas happen through a combination of match funding, expert crowdfunding coaching and events. Are you interested in crowdfunding? Not sure where to start? Join us on Tuesday 8th March, when Crowdfund Portsmouth will be hosting a free open morning at the […]