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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

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Blogs

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What is UCAS Clearing?

What is UCAS Clearing?
Three students sat on a wall by the sea, backs to the camera

Want to stay local at university?

Want to stay local at university?
Iran protest

Iran protests are not just about economics – they’re a full-blown ideological crisis

Mahsa Ghaffari

Iran protests are not just about economics – they’re a full-blown ideological crisis
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From Portsmouth to Abu Dhabi: Sailing, hockey, and progressive teaching

From Portsmouth to Abu Dhabi: Sailing, hockey, and progressive teaching

Apply now for PhD studentship about the port city of Mombasa, Kenya, as part of the Sail to Steam, Carbon to Green project

Guy Collender

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Events

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Feb 11 2026

Postgraduate Virtual Open Day Wednesday 11 February

4.00pm - 7.00pm

FREE

Postgraduate Virtual Open Day Wednesday 11 February

Feb 12 2026

CMI/University of Portsmouth - Apprentice to Leader Event 2026

9.30am - 1.30pm

Free

CMI/University of Portsmouth - Apprentice to Leader Event 2026

Feb 13 2026

A conversation with Juhani Pallasmaa and Peter MacKeith

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Free

A conversation with Juhani Pallasmaa and Peter MacKeith

Feb 28 2026

Undergraduate Open Day Saturday 28 February

8.30am - 4.00pm

FREE

Undergraduate Open Day Saturday 28 February

Mar 3 2026

Application Bootcamp with KPMG

3.00pm - 4.00pm

FREE

Application Bootcamp with KPMG

News

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Students and staff with Defence Minister Luke Pollard MP in the University of Portsmouth’s Robotics and Automation Lab

University of Portsmouth hosts major Government announcement to boost student skills for defence careers

5 February 2026

University of Portsmouth hosts major Government announcement to boost student skills for defence careers
BCP awards

Students and businesses celebrate a year of collaboration

4 February 2026

Students and businesses celebrate a year of collaboration
Ryde marina

University of Portsmouth students help shape future of Ryde Marina

3 February 2026

University of Portsmouth students help shape future of Ryde Marina

Army veterans set to tackle Arctic ultramarathon in support of UK military mental health charity

2 February 2026

Army veterans set to tackle Arctic ultramarathon in support of UK military mental health charity
treaty report

New report sets out urgent recommendations to reset the next phase of plastics treaty negotiations

2 February 2026

New report sets out urgent recommendations to reset the next phase of plastics treaty negotiations