The News Business Excellence Awards

Friday, 26th February 2027 The Guildhall Portsmouth

Welcome to The News Business Excellence Awards

​The News Portsmouth Business Excellence Awards recognise, reward and celebrate all the successful businesses and professional individuals within Portsmouth and surrounding areas. The awards, now celebrating their 27th year, seek entries from a cross section of businesses who have shown exceptional growth, innovation or an outstanding contribution to the community in which they operate.

Do you know a business or individual that deserves to be recognised at the city’s most prestigious awards? Why not enter our awards and put yourself in the running to be a winner. Judging will take place shortly after the closing date and the shortlist will be announced in February. Shortlisted businesses will be invited to attend the black tie gala awards which will be held at the Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday 26th February for an evening of business networking, celebration and reward!

Recognising Excellence

Open to businesses of all sizes, from small family-run firms to major employers, with categories designed to showcase excellence across the local economy.

Raise Profile

Increase public awareness of your business success, including entrepreneurs, apprentices, and community champions who make a lasting difference.

Make Connections

Participation creates opportunities to connect and celebrate with Portsmouth’s most vibrant businesses.

The Guildhall Portsmouth

Address
Guildhall, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth PO1 2AB
Date
Friday 26th February 2027
Time
6.30 p.m.
Dress Code
Black Tie
Mark Collins

Mark Collins

Mark celebrates 41 years in radio this year, having started his career after a train guard suggested his voice suited broadcasting. Raised in Bath and Keynsham and educated in Somerset during the punk revolution, his passion for music grew early. He began as a travel courier in France before joining hospital radio, eventually working at stations including Virgin Radio and Wave 105. Now hosting Nation Radio’s Morning Show and popular Golden Hour, he also presented Trainspotting on Discovery Channel and dabbles in stand-up comedy. Living in Southsea, Mark remains passionate about railways and is honoured to host tonight’s awards.

Tickets

Be part of an unforgettable night

Single Admission
Single Ticket Admission
£115.00 + VAT
Table of 10
Table of 10
£1,050.00 + VAT

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