Private Hire Vehicle trial rescheduled
A trial to allow private hire vehicle drivers to use bus lanes in Portsmouth has been rescheduled to the summer. The trial, which will last for at least three months, was set to go ahead in late March. Portsmouth City Council has taken the important step of rescheduling the trial to give more time to […]
Innovative solar panel project begins at Portsmouth International Port
The installation of a ground-breaking solar and battery system is underway at Portsmouth International Port, managed by Portsmouth City Council’s in-house energy services team. The project began in February 2022 and will incorporate roof-mounted solar panels across a number of buildings, a large battery and solar canopies. The installation of a ground-breaking solar and […]
Women working in hospitality in Portsmouth offered tracking app to make sure they get home safely
Shaping Portsmouth are working with Portsmouth City Council and Isle of Wight Council to offer free year-long licenses for the StaySafe Lone Worker app to nightclubs and restaurants in the city as part of a new bid to help women feel safer. Over 300 licenses are available to women working in the hospitality sector in […]
Shaping Partner FSB explains how rising costs are affecting small businesses across the Solent area
Rising costs are having a huge impact on small businesses across the Solent and South Coast. On top of rising energy costs and surging prices, businesses are now facing the end of business support measures, mounting inflationary pressure and rising taxes next month. Analysis by Shaping Patron, FSB shows that April’s scheduled hike in employer […]
Major coup at national maritime awards for Solent LEP
The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is celebrating after its triumph at this year’s Maritime UK Awards, having scooped a national award for its work to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future for the Solent region. At the awards ceremony, which took place on 10 March 2022 at the Glasgow Science Centre, the LEP […]
Recognition for Solent LEP in National Maritime UK Awards
The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) celebrates making the final of the Maritime UK awards for its work to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future for the Solent region. The Solent LEP is a finalist in two categories: Coastal Powerhouse – recognising organisations driving growth within a coastal community; and Clean Maritime Enabler, which […]
The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth to officially launch the Sea Angling Classic at Gunwharf Quays and kick-off event Roadshow
The Sea Angling Classic Roadshow gets underway on Saturday 19 March 2022 at Gunwharf Quays, and everyone is invited to join the excitement. The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth will be attending at 12 noon to officially reveal the prestigious Sea Angling Classic Prize Boat. This event is the first stop of the Sea Angling Classic […]
Building the next generation of Hovercraft in Porchester
Griffon Hoverwork recently took a lease on premises at Trafalgar Wharf in Porchester and is looking for aluminium fabricators to work on its recent order for three new hovercraft. Emily Howes, People Director at Griffon Hoverwork, explains: “We need skilled aluminium fabricators to construct these three crafts, and we have some great opportunities […]
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 […]
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 […]