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Coworking, office space and business support

Join our community and build your business

Businesses seeking growth and cutting-edge solutions can find a powerful partner in the University of Portsmouth. Through Innovation Connect, we offer a dynamic ecosystem designed to foster collaboration and success.

Explore a Range of Opportunities:

  • Modern Workspace: Find the perfect fit for your business, from coworking spaces to private offices.
  • Advanced Facilities: Access state-of-the-art equipment, including XR facilities, to take your projects to the next level.
  • Talent Pipeline: Connect with our talented student body for internships, placements, and recruitment needs.
  • Business Support: Benefit from our network of industry experts and tailored business services.
  • Innovation Community: Join a vibrant network of businesses and collaborate on groundbreaking initiatives.

Flexible Workspace Options:

  • Students: Hot desk for free and focus on your studies in a collaborative environment.
  • Staff & Alumni: Enjoy discounted hot desking rates and stay connected to the University.
  • Businesses: Find the ideal workspace solution to suit your needs, with hourly, daily, or monthly options.

Become an Innovation Connect Member:

Unlock exclusive benefits, discounts, and events designed to accelerate your business growth.

Learn More

Visit our dedicated website, Innovation Connect, to explore the full range of our offerings and discover how we can help you achieve your business goals.

CONTACT US

Have a query or want to book a tour?

Complete our enquiry form, call us on +44 (0) 23 9265 8200 or email us at innovationconnect@port.ac.uk.

Office hours: Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm

You can also follow us on FacebookLinkedIn and Instagram.

Discover our coworking and office space locations in Portsmouth

See a map of our office space, coworking space, and event space locations below.

News, blogs, and events

Related news, blogs, and events will appear here. If there are no listings below check out other news across the University.

Blogs

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Seal

Fish can pass Pfas safety limits one chemical at a time, but cocktail effects reveal a bigger unseen risk – new study

Alex Ford

Fish can pass Pfas safety limits one chemical at a time, but cocktail effects reveal a bigger unseen risk – new study
Chelsea football club

Chelsea football club must find its feet after a very expensive Premier League season

Christina Philippou

Chelsea football club must find its feet after a very expensive Premier League season
Army Reservist, Rob Spalton, was an honoured guest at the Royal Garden Party with King Charles III and Queen Camilla

University academic and Army Reservist attends Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace

University academic and Army Reservist attends Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace
Upset girl

From AirTags to AI nudification: the growing toolkit of technology‑facilitated abuse

Lisa Sugiura

From AirTags to AI nudification: the growing toolkit of technology‑facilitated abuse
Water pouring

King’s speech: much‑needed water industry reforms do not go far enough

Alex Ford

King’s speech: much‑needed water industry reforms do not go far enough

Events

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May 26 2026

BCP Application Clinic - Online

10.00am - 12.00pm

Free

BCP Application Clinic - Online

May 26 2026

Criminology: Inside the Courtroom - Webinar 

4.00pm - 5.00pm

Free

Criminology: Inside the Courtroom - Webinar 

May 27 2026

Book Launch – Researching Incels: A Critical Feminist Intervention

4.30pm - 6.00pm

Free

Book Launch – Researching Incels: A Critical Feminist Intervention

May 29 2026

True Crime and Ethics Symposium

9.30am - 5.30pm

Free

True Crime and Ethics Symposium

Jun 2 2026

(In)equalities in Post-Compulsory Education

10.00am - 3.00pm

Free

(In)equalities in Post-Compulsory Education

News

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Refund fraud could be costing UK retailers over £5 billion a year, new research finds

21 May 2026

Refund fraud could be costing UK retailers over £5 billion a year, new research finds
working

Why sending staff overseas often fails and how companies can fix it

21 May 2026

Why sending staff overseas often fails and how companies can fix it
oysters

UK’s largest oyster reef restoration milestone reached as 260 volunteers prepared 20,000 oysters for the Solent

21 May 2026

UK’s largest oyster reef restoration milestone reached as 260 volunteers prepared 20,000 oysters for the Solent
The Himalayas mountain range

New study reveals how Earth recycles continents deep underground

20 May 2026

New study reveals how Earth recycles continents deep underground
Goodwoof 2026: Barkitecture kennel designs revealed at Bonhams, London

Space-age kennel created by University staff raises £850 for Battersea as part of design award shortlist

19 May 2026

Space-age kennel created by University staff raises £850 for Battersea as part of design award shortlist