The Shaping Portsmouth Team are delighted to welcome three new Partners to the family this week.
At the Patron level we have been joined by Portico Shipping, and we welcome CTS Europe and Talent Included as Members.
Portico Shipping are Portsmouth’s cargo terminal operator based at the International Port, handling all types of sea freight from ship to shore and beyond.
Lewis Wilson, General Manager at Portico, said “Portico is delighted to join Shaping Portsmouth and play our part in supporting the city and our local community. As a major local employer, our three businesses are proud to sustain jobs both within and beyond the maritime sector. We’re keen to do even more and working with the Shaping Portsmouth team we aim to deepen our community involvement and help Portsmouth better understand the vital role its Port plays in the life of the city.”
Charla Grant, Partnership & Programme Support at Shaping Portsmouth, said “We’re proud to welcome Portico Shipping into Shaping Portsmouth. Their port operations, logistics expertise and local roots strengthen our shared commitment to building a stronger, more connected Portsmouth business network.”
CTS Europe are worldwide specialists in powder handling cabinets and bespoke laboratory containment systems.
Sasha Money, Customer Delivery Team Coordinator at CTS, said “ CTS Europe Ltd are excited to be becoming a member of Shaping Portsmouth. We are proud to be part of a community that champions innovation, collaboration, and positive change for the city’s future. Our team looks forward to contributing our expertise, supporting local growth, and working alongside fellow members to help shape a stronger, more connected Portsmouth.”
Talent Included helps Portsmouth businesses attract, develop, and retain diverse talent by creating workplaces where people thrive and organisations perform.
Sally Spicer, Co-Founder of Talent Included, said “Joining Shaping Portsmouth is an opportunity to collaborate with employers who are genuinely committed to strengthening our city. Portsmouth’s strength lies in its people, and by helping organisations build inclusive cultures and resilient, future-ready workforces, we hope to play a meaningful role in ensuring the city continues to thrive as a vibrant, innovative place to live, work, and do business.”