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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

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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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dog

Humans are bad at reading dogs’ emotions – but we can do learn to do better

Juliane Kaminski

Humans are bad at reading dogs’ emotions – but we can do learn to do better
trump

Donald Trump’s ‘chilling effect’ on free speech and dissent is threatening US democracy

Dafydd Townley

Donald Trump’s ‘chilling effect’ on free speech and dissent is threatening US democracy
US map

A 1930s movement wanted to merge the US, Canada and Greenland. Here’s why it has modern resonances

Dafydd Townley

A 1930s movement wanted to merge the US, Canada and Greenland. Here’s why it has modern resonances
Chewing gum on display in a shop

Chewing gum is plastic pollution, not a litter problem

Chewing gum is plastic pollution, not a litter problem
An image of bony scutes which are modified scales that resemble armor for the living fish

Atlantic sturgeon were fished almost to extinction − ancient DNA reveals how Chesapeake Bay population changed over centuries

Natalia Przelomska

Atlantic sturgeon were fished almost to extinction − ancient DNA reveals how Chesapeake Bay population changed over centuries

Events

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Apr 2 2025

EDI Mini-Fest

9.30am - 12.30pm

Free

EDI Mini-Fest

Apr 3 2025

Relational & Restorative Practice Seminar: Building Better Connections

9.30am - 11.30am

Free

Relational & Restorative Practice Seminar: Building Better Connections

Apr 10 2025

Innovation Connect & Eagle Labs: An Introduction to Data Wrangling

12.00pm - 2.00pm

Free

Innovation Connect & Eagle Labs: An Introduction to Data Wrangling

Apr 10 2025

KTP50 2025: Innovate & Elevate: Sustainable Composite Solutions

1.00pm - 2.00pm

Free

KTP50 2025: Innovate & Elevate: Sustainable Composite Solutions

Apr 16 2025

Let's talk... Designing and Building Inclusive Learning and Teaching Spaces

2.00pm - 3.00pm

Free

Let's talk... Designing and Building Inclusive Learning and Teaching Spaces

News

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DMD

Duchenne muscular dystrophy’s impact on the brain may be reversible

28 March 2025

Duchenne muscular dystrophy’s impact on the brain may be reversible
digital tech

New research shows how technology can help support marginalised communities in a global crisis

27 March 2025

New research shows how technology can help support marginalised communities in a global crisis
Strong Gravitational Lenses

STAR Prize awarded to University of Portsmouth scientists

27 March 2025

STAR Prize awarded to University of Portsmouth scientists
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Researchers identifying causes of rare neurological conditions in children receive £1.1m in funding

27 March 2025

Researchers identifying causes of rare neurological conditions in children receive £1.1m in funding
Smart soles prototype

Smart insoles that could change the game for sports and health

26 March 2025

Smart insoles that could change the game for sports and health