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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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú. 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 , 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 ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú

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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October 2019

Shaping the Future - How UK Industrial Strategy Sector Plans Will Transform Research and Innovation

Shaping the Future - How UK Industrial Strategy Sector Plans Will Transform Research and Innovation
28/05/2021.B-Roll Day 4 - ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú..All Rights Reserved - Helen Yates- T: +44 (0)7790805960.Local copyright law applies to all print & online usage. Fees charged will comply with standard space rates and usage for that country, region or state.28/05/2021.B-Roll Day 5 - ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú..All Rights Reserved - Helen Yates- T: +44 (0)7790805960.Local copyright law applies to all print & online usage. Fees charged will comply with standard space rates and usage for that country, region o

The Hidden REF

The Hidden REF
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Staff Spotlight – Professor Jo Preston

Staff Spotlight – Professor Jo Preston
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DRI Spotlight – KTP Team

DRI Spotlight – KTP Team

New opportunities and responsibilities in University Medical and Dental Research

New opportunities and responsibilities in University Medical and Dental Research

Events

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Nov 21 2025

November Friday film afternoon

4.00pm - 6.00pm

Free

November Friday film afternoon

Nov 26 2025

Drawing Workshop

2.00pm - 5.00pm

Free

Drawing Workshop

Nov 26 2025

Life Solved Live: Seeing Hidden Pollution, Hearing Distant Stars

6.00pm - 8.45pm

Free

Life Solved Live: Seeing Hidden Pollution, Hearing Distant Stars

Dec 2 2025

Why study Maths at Uni? - Webinar 

4.00pm - 5.00pm

Free

Why study Maths at Uni? - Webinar 

Dec 2 2025

The Manosphere and Online Misogyny

5.30pm - 7.00pm

Free

The Manosphere and Online Misogyny

News

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Researchers find microplastics in 100 per cent of donkey faecal samples tested

19 November 2025

Researchers find microplastics in 100 per cent of donkey faecal samples tested
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Millions at risk as Myanmar wells surpass World Health Organization arsenic guidelines

19 November 2025

Millions at risk as Myanmar wells surpass World Health Organization arsenic guidelines
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ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú academic honoured with national Royal Society of Chemistry award for STEM

18 November 2025

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú academic honoured with national Royal Society of Chemistry award for STEM
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Life Solved Live: Forecasting Floods and Engineering Net Zero

17 November 2025

Life Solved Live: Forecasting Floods and Engineering Net Zero
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Why ‘incel’ social media accounts are encouraging young people towards extreme ‘looksmaxxing’ procedures

17 November 2025

Why ‘incel’ social media accounts are encouraging young people towards extreme ‘looksmaxxing’ procedures