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CB Richard Ellis behind surge in lettings in Romsey
CB Richard Ellis has been at the forefront of recent lettings totalling just over 50,000 sq ft at Romsey industrial estate The Quadrangle, on the Abbey Park Industrial Estate.
September 06, 2010
New tenant dances into Hedge End industrial space
Acting on behalf of Namulus Pension Trustees, national commercial property consultancy, Lambert Smith Hampton, has secured the sale of a 3,237 sq ft industrial unit on Solent Road Industrial Estate, Hedge End, to a modern dance company.
September 02, 2010
Round up of latest property deals in the Portsmouth City Region
A number of commercial property deals have recently taken place in the City Region.
September 02, 2010
Second phase of bus link is planned
County council leaders are already planning the second phase of a controversial bus link .
September 02, 2010
Latest South Hampshire Aerospace Network Forum Event Another Success
The most recent convening of the biannual aerospace network forum has been hailed as a success by all involved.
September 02, 2010
Britian in 'pact with France over carriers'
Defence sources say two countries could share flagships as part of cost-cutting
September 02, 2010
New Thomas Cook flights
Tourism firm Thomas Cook is to come back to Hampshire's airport
August 26, 2010
New aeroplane contract will secure hi-tech jobs
A plane electronics giant said a big new contract will help keep jobs safe at its Hampshire base.
August 25, 2010
60-plus staff to start at base
Around 60 new staff are to start at Portsmouth's shipyards, beginning in the first week of September.
August 25, 2010
Howzat for a grandstand auction
A regional land and property auctioneer which sells lots in and around Portsmouth is to 'upsize' its auction room within the Rose Bowl cricket stadium due to expansion.
August 24, 2010
Chemring acquires Roke
Chemring Group PLC announced it has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire the entire issued share capital of Roke Manor Research Limited from Siemens Holdings plc for a cash consideration of 55 million pounds.
August 24, 2010
Deals with world wide chains see toy firm take off
A toy firm is expecting to go global this year, bringing a massive surge in business.
August 18, 2010
Hampshire Chamber elects serial entrepreneur as first chairman
A Hampshire-based entrepreneur with more than 30 years’ experience in corporate finance and directing companies is to chair one of the UK’s biggest regional business networks.
August 17, 2010
Design Fusions to Give Away Free Website
Fareham based Web Design & Development agency Design Fusions are celebrating another year of successful trading by
giving one lucky winner the chance to win a bespoke website up to the value of 1,000 pounds.
August 16, 2010
Time is running out
Firms are being reminded to apply for thousands of pounds of rate relief rebates.
August 11, 2010
Hampshire's economic future
The latest official research on Hampshire's 35 billion pound economy suggests Hampshire is set for jobs growth.
August 09, 2010
EADS hails space division for key role in its success
The parent company of the satellite firm praises new telecoms deals
August 09, 2010
Office opening is a double success
Two young creative businesses came together last week to celebrate the opening of their new office in Southsea.
August 02, 2010
New Hampshire flower power
A mother and daughter partnership is coming up roses thanks to a new website and personal touches to their flower delivery business.
August 02, 2010
HR stars shine at Amazing People Awards
Hampshire's HR specialists Handover HR walked away worthy winners of one of Solent EBP's "Amazing People" awards on July 14th, after being praised for their commitment and work within the Adopt a School initiative.
August 02, 2010
No rest for Vestas man
A worker who stormed a factory in protest at its closure is to set up his own manufacturing plant.
August 02, 2010
Overseas investment secures 7,000 Jobs for South East England
Investment from overseas generated by the South East England Development Agency, SEEDA, and the UK Trade & Investment, UKTI, created or safeguarded almost 7,000 jobs in the South East over the previous year, it was announced on 14 July 2010.
August 02, 2010
Still not dead, RDAs breathe on but breathe thinner air
The evidence of immediate RDA death seems, for now, more in the telling than in the reality.
August 02, 2010
Navy's most advanced warship is now ready
The Royal Navy's HMS Daring, said to be the most advanced warship in the world, is ready for action, the Ministry of Defence said.
August 02, 2010
Inside the tunnels that will transform London commuting
Hindhead tunnel on target for Summer 2011 opening
July 28, 2010
Work on new carrier begins
Construction on the first of the Royal Navy's new Queen Elizabeth aircraft carriers has got under way.
July 28, 2010
TJ takes over commercial waste transfer station
A regional waste management specialist has acquired a commercial recycling and transfer station in Portsmouth as part of its expansion strategy
July 27, 2010
New satellite exhibited
Designers from Portsmouth satellite-builder EADS Astrium unveiled their latest invention at the Farnborough Airshow - a miniature satellite dish for unmanned aircraft.
July 27, 2010
Gulf crisis could spell opportunity for deep-sea firm
Deepwater Horizon disaster to spur demand for its products
July 27, 2010
Serving up business aces
Britain's former number one tennis player served up some top coaching tips for a dozen business professionals in and around Portsmouth.
July 26, 2010
Office makeover for expanding Matchtech
One of the UK's top 20 recruitment companies has signalled expansion plans with the addition of a third office on its single-site location near Portsmouth
July 26, 2010
Omani warship launch for Sultanate's 40th
Proud dockyard workers in Portsmouth are preparing to hand over a warship to the Omani navy - only the second foreign fighting ship ever built in the city.
July 26, 2010
Grants for local businesses
Havant Borough Council has grants for 20 new businesses still available for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to help boost the local economy.
July 21, 2010
Hampshire Chamber reports rising business optimism despite inflation fears
Businesses in Hampshire are confident that economic growth is on the way despite a still-fragile recovery and fears over inflation
July 21, 2010
Pompey Chimes in with latest Smarter Working Centre
Victory Business Centre has become the lasest location to join the Hampshire Smarter Working Centre Network, who are currently running a Shape The Future 2010 survey.
July 19, 2010
Tourism is worth 58 million pounds to Southsea
The seaside tourist industry in Southsea is worth 58 million pounds to the economy, according to a new report from academics.
July 14, 2010
A new jewel for the navy as HMS Diamond heads for Portsmouth
Dazzling, precision-cut and valuable - HMS Diamond is heading to Portsmouth to become a sparkling new addition to the Royal Navy fleet.
July 14, 2010
Lambert Smith Hampton In Pole Position
The South Coast Agency team of national commercial property consultancy, Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH), has been appointed by McLaren Group to dispose of its leasehold interest in Unit 2 Access Point, North Harbour, Portsmouth.
July 12, 2010
Bargain store to open at former Fareham Woolworths site
A new bargain store is set to open in Fareham next week.
July 09, 2010
Cash injection will transform Leigh Park shopping centre
A lifeline of £417,000 is being thrown to a struggling shopping centre.
July 09, 2010
Wind grants handed out
Hundreds of thousands of pounds is to be handed to Solent companies to develop wind turbine technology.
July 07, 2010
New Britten-Norman aircraft factory on Isle of Wight
Britten-Norman is planning to set up a light aircraft factory in Lee-on-the-Solent by July, with the creation of more than 60 jobs.
July 07, 2010
England loss not all bad
Brittany Ferries has seen a boost in passengers numbers thanks to England crashing out of the world cup.
July 07, 2010
Lighting the enterprise spark
A workshop open day in a deprived area of Portsmouth has been providing unemployed residents with business start-up inspiration
July 06, 2010
Art of the matter in business
Scores of students showcase final-year art at one of South's largest business parks near Portsmouth.
July 06, 2010
First signs of occupational recovery in 2010
Rental growth to return to 2006/07 levels by 2014
July 06, 2010
Recent property deals in Gosport and Fareham
Two commercial property deals have recently been completed in the Portsmouth City Region.
July 06, 2010
Spacey look for law logo as Coffin Mew rebrands
Law firm Coffin Mew has completed its rebranding exercise.
June 29, 2010
Howzat for a result
Professional property associations with 530 members between them in Portsmouth and Southampton in annual cricket clash.
June 28, 2010
Industrial unit sells at Gosport with a quoting price of 120k
An industrial unit in Gosport with a quoting freehold of 120,000 pounds has been sold to a neighbouring business.
June 24, 2010
Company shows bottle with wine design contract deal
A local design firm has designed new branding and a website for a London wine merchant.
June 24, 2010
100,000 pound robot could help redraw European territory
A 100,000 pound Hampshire-built robot could play a part in a bid to expand a country's territorial reach.
June 24, 2010
New head office focus on YOU
A charity which helps thousands of vulnerable people in the South has relocated to new headquarters near Portsmouth
June 23, 2010
Struggling with finding the right work premises?
Southampton and Portsmouth City Council's are working together to help you.
June 23, 2010
Fareham to Gosport bus scheme back on track
A scheme to link Fareham and Gosport with a bus route to cut congestion is now back on track after an eight month legal battle.
June 23, 2010
Meercat toasts contract signed at Seawork
Meercat Workboats Ltd (74, A33), the Portsmouth based steel boat builders, signed a contract at Seawork yesterday to supply a specialised service vessel to operate on the East Coast.
June 22, 2010
Inspiring residents with 'The Big Idea'
Unemployed to be inspired with workshop open day
June 22, 2010
Ross sales into new role
As part of an ongoing reorganisation at Hilsea manufacturer McMurdo, Ross Wilkinson has been appointed as the new sales director.
June 22, 2010
Farlington factory sold to new owner
AIM-Listed property company Hawtin Plc has sold an 85,395 sq ft warehouse-cum-industrial development in Farlington.
June 22, 2010
Steering towards a greener business park
One of the largest business parks in Hampshire has launched a smarter driving initiatives day aimed at kick-starting its commitment to reducing the on-site carbon footprint.
June 21, 2010
Portsmouth riding wave of hope: poll
A snap survey of Portsmouth directors shows they expect the region's economy to fare well - but fear for the rest of the country.
June 21, 2010
Latest deals in the Portsmouth City Region
A number of new commercial property deals have recently been completed in Portsmouth and Fareham
June 09, 2010
Business boost as Hampshire Chamber launches brand identity
Hampshir's new countywide chamber of commerce officially launches its brand identity to more than 2,000 business members today (Monday).
June 07, 2010
2m pounds in extra work as nosedive ends for airline industry
A former weapons development business is getting set to capitalise on a boom in the aviation industry.
June 04, 2010
Mortgage firm starts work from new home
Mortgage broker firm Infinite Mortgage Solutions has started working from a new home.
June 03, 2010
GKN Aerospace Creates State-of-the-Art Pre-Production Facility
A 14.8 million pound GKN Aerospace on the Isle of Wight will develop new engine fan blade technologies and boost the growth of the UK aerospace industry.
June 01, 2010
Pride in high-tech hat trick as yet another craft prepares for orbit
Pride mixed with sadness as work on the third satellite in under five months was completed by workers at EADS Astrium.
June 01, 2010
Feast for the Senses as superyacht sails again
She is 194 feet of extraordinary luxury - and has just left Portsmouth harbour.
May 28, 2010
Portsmouth naval base 'safe from axe'
Portsmouth's naval base is not under threat from cuts to save billions of pounds, the defence secretary's office has said.
May 26, 2010
Hundreds of cruise visitors flock into Portsmouth port
Almost 250 Continental tourists flocked through Portsmouth port yesterday, as a cruise ship drew into harbour.
May 26, 2010
2 million pound shops bid to aid growth of Havant town centre
The regeneration of Havant town centre is set to take a giant leap forward with a 2 million pound retail and housing development
May 24, 2010
Chamber of Commerce announces new president
A leading figure in the South Coast's commercial property sector is the new president of a business organisation with 700 member firms employing 30,000 people between them.
May 20, 2010
Commercial Sector Still Awaits Recovery
The new Government's policies will have an impact on the speed of the commercial property market's recovery.
May 20, 2010
Space firm chief hails satellite deal for Portsmouth
A director of spacecraft builder EADS Astrium said a new contract will 'shore up jobs' at its vast Portsmouth factory.
May 19, 2010
Region's first private equity fund is launched
The arrival of private equity firm Altitude Partners LLP has been hailed as a major boost to Portsmouth's economy.
May 17, 2010
Consumer confidence all-important
'Economic weathervane' survey finds consumer confidence is the most important factor to businesses in Portsmouth.
May 17, 2010
Businesses to benefit from University help
A new scheme offering businesses access to university facilities and expertise is being launched to help organisations with a creative need.
May 12, 2010
Firm mushrooms in size at North Harbour
A business consultancy has become the latest company to snap up space at 1000 Lakeside.
May 11, 2010
Portsmouth ship work lauded as key money-maker
Portsmouth's naval base operations are among the top money-making areas in BAE System's portfolio, the firm said.
May 06, 2010
Firm on the right lines with Tube IT contracts worth 1 million
A maker of near-indestructible computers has announced a cluster of orders worth 1 million to bring the London Underground up to scratch.
May 05, 2010
Spinnaker Tower up against London Eye for award
Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
May 05, 2010
Number of dying firms is down
The number of firms on the brink of extinction has dropped markedly, says a new report.
May 04, 2010
Brittany Ferries' passenger numbers are five times higher than last year
Brittany Ferries has reported a five times increase in their number of passengers compared to figures from 2009.
May 04, 2010
Smarter Working Centres Hit the Road in South East Hampshire
Special 10% tariff rate reduction to all readers that join the Network by the end of June...
April 16, 2010
Commercial Property Review
www.invest-in-portsmouth.co.uk and www.invest-in-southampton.co.uk launches its first issue of the Commercial Property Review
April 06, 2010
Portsmouth and Southampton future vision for development
Portsmouth and Southampton Property Associations come together for the first time to discuss the future vision of South Hampshire
March 31, 2010
South Hampshire Aerospace and Defence Network Event is hailed another success!
The Harbour Economic Development Forum and The University of Portsmouth worked together to hold the second South Hampshire Aerospace & Defence Networking Forum.
December 03, 2009
Business boost as cities work together
November saw the successful launch of the Southampton and Portsmouth free online property register with more that 100 commercial agents attending.
December 01, 2009
South Hampshire Aerospace & Defence Networking Forum
The Harbour Economic Development Forum & University of Portsmouth, running the next South Hampshire Aerospace & Defence Networking Forum.
October 29, 2009
'Invest-in-Portsmouth' - the new and improved property database!
The Harbour Forum has joined forces with Southampton City Council producing one joint commercial property database covering South Hampshire.
August 26, 2009
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