Established in 2007, Radweb is a pioneering technology company specialising in scalable cloud applications, interactive web solutions, and digital transformation. Founded by Steve Rad and James Taylor, Radweb has grown into a trusted partner for businesses across the UK and globally, supported by a team of 40 specialists in technology, development and marketing, working in partnership with the University of Portsmouth
to provide internships and graduate opportunities to technology students. Radweb is the parent software company of award-winning platforms Property Inspect and Inventory Base, which empower professionals in real estate, housing, hospitality, and retail to streamline operations, ensure compliance, and unlock new growth opportunities. Together, these solutions reflect our commitment to innovation and excellence, servicing over 2500+ companies across more than 50 countries. To learn more about Radweb contact us to explore how we can transform your business with our innovative technology and portfolio of solutions or apply to one our internships to work alongside a passionate team of coders and business enthusiasts at the forefront of bleeding edge technology solutions in the Real Estate market.

Uniquely positioned in Portsmouth’s cultural harbour, Gunwharf Quays is the South’s leading designer shopping outlet. With more than 90 stores offering up to 60% off original retail prices, along with over 30 restaurants, bars and coffee shops, it is a vibrant and distinctive shopping and leisure destination. Set on the picturesque Solent waterfront, Gunwharf Quays is the perfect place to explore, shop, dine, and enjoy the sights of this historic coastal city. Gunwharf Quays is delighted to sponsor The News 2025 Portsmouth Business Excellence Awards. It is a privilege to celebrate the remarkable people and prosperous businesses that play such an essential role in Portsmouth’s economic growth and future prosperity.

Wightlink connects the Isle of Wight and mainland Hampshire with award-winning ferry services, carrying over 4 million people each year. Fast and frequent, we bring together businesses, communities, friends and families.

Operating three convenient routes and eight modern ferries, we help keep life moving across the Solent 24/7. Daily commuters and those travelling to meetings; tradespeople and couriers; families, festival-goers and holidaymakers – we make it easy to travel for work or pleasure, day and night.

For us, every journey matters. You’ll find reliable sailings, comfortable lounges, the best views, fresh Island-sourced food and friendly crews ready to get you where you need to be.

Visit https://www.wightlink.co.uk/

Portsmouth City Council is once again excited to be sponsoring the Small Business of the Year award. Our priority is to strengthen Portsmouth's economy. We run the Portsmouth Business Support Service to help your business start, grow and survive. We provide comprehensive business support, mentoring, access to funding, data and training and deliver programmes to support skills development. https://www.portsmouth.gov.uk/services/business/business-support/

Fair Ways is an award-winning children's services charity delivering Fostering, Education, Residential and Family Services. We combine the innovation, flexibility and creativity of the private sector, merged with the ethics and values of a charity.

PETA Ltd is an award-winning corporate training and apprenticeships provider based in
Northarbour Road, Cosham.
PETA Ltd is a registered charity and has been a leading training provider and apprenticeship provider
in Hampshire for more than 50 years.
Initially set up by business owner Alex Zemenides, who
identified a lack of training opportunities for his employees and other young people in the local area,
PETA was originally known as the Portsmouth Engineering Training Association.
We are still proud of our roots in engineering with our dedicated centre in Havant providing
engineering training courses and apprenticeships, however over the years PETA has expanded to
offer services within Health & Safety, Lift Truck, IT & Digital and Business, Management & Leadership
and Personal Skills development.
We pride ourselves on providing high-quality services to our customers aligning with our tagline
“Aspire to Learn, Apply to Advance”. Our quality provision has been recognised by the UK’s leading
awarding bodies and a full list of our certified standards can be found here.
In addition to providing the courses that are listed in our directory, PETA offers agility and
adaptability offering bespoke training courses tailored to the specific needs and availability of our
customers’ business. We have a vast range of facilities on-site to provide training and offer the
flexibility to deliver courses at the clients’ premises if required.
As an apprenticeship provider, we work closely with employers to identify which programme best
fits their needs, find the best suited candidates, and provide support and guidance throughout the
recruitment process. Similarly, with apprentices, we deliver impartial guidance to raise awareness of
apprenticeships amongst schools through various outreach activities, and support learners for the
duration of their apprenticeships and beyond.
PETA has a membership structure, and we are proud to partner with so many local and international
businesses who have experienced first-hand the benefits of choosing us as their preferred training
provider.
Our membership base of 250+ small to large businesses receive discounted rates on courses, and
have the opportunity to put themselves forward to sit on our board of councillors, holding an
influential role in the future of PETA and ultimately the future of training provision for businesses
and apprentices across the region.

The Guildhall Trust is delighted to once again support ‘The News Business Excellence Awards’ and for Portsmouth Guildhall to be the host venue of the prestigious awards ceremony.

We are proud to be a part of the Portsmouth business community and look forward to celebrating the outstanding achievements of all businesses and professional individuals nominated this year.

Find out more about Conferencing and Occasions at Portsmouth Guildhall and how your business can collaborate with The Guildhall Trust at:

www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk