Fareham's Business Newsletter
June 2026
Published by Fareham Borough Council. Each edition delivers news, support and opportunities to businesses in Fareham.
In-person SME advice sessions with the Financial Conduct Authority
6:30-8:30pm on Thursday 11 June & 7:30-9:30am on Friday 12 June - Voco Fareham-Solent Hotel
Join the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for a short, informal session, designed to support smaller firms regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) who may be time-pressed and in need of clear, practical tips on compliance. These pre-and post-work sessions are your chance to meet the team, ask questions, and tell them about the challenges you face. You'll gain insights that will help you get things right first time.
These sessions are for FCA-regulated firms, in particular, small retailers or service providers that offer credit to their customers as credit brokers or retail finance providers e.g. dentists, sports clubs, home improvement firms.
They are also for firms that do not already have support with compliance, such as through membership of financial trade bodies e.g. UK Finance or the Finance and Leasing Association.
Click here to find out more and book your place 
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Future of Construction
9:30am-3pm - Tuesday 16 June 2026 - Fareham Innovation Centre
If you're in construction, this is the conference to be at! Fareham Innovation Centre is bringing together construction SMEs, major contractors, councils and industry partners from across the South Coast for a focused, future-facing event. We don't have enough construction-specific events outside of the cities, so we're creating space for the local conversations that matter: Net zero and sustainability; The next generation workforce; Data-driven decisions; Tech transforming how sites operate.
With support from Mackley, BUKO, and South Hampshire College Group, CETC and CEMAST, we're expecting 80+ professionals in the room - ready to connect, share insight and tackle what's next for the industry. The event runs from 9:30am-3pm with talks, panels, exhibitors, insights, parking and networking lunch included.
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT!
Click here to follow Fareham Innovation Centre on Eventbrite for future events
Daedalus Network Event
10am-2pm – Wednesday 24 June 2026 – Fareham Innovation Centre
This event is held every four months in collaboration with Gosport Borough Council to bring together businesses based at Fareham Innovation Centre, Faraday Business Park, CEMAST and CETC, Solent Airport, IFA2, Daedalus Park and Daedalus Waterfront – and welcomes outside businesses to come along and find out more. Each event enjoys expert speakers and includes time for informal networking.
This time we welcome MurrayTwohig and their update on Daedalus Waterfront, and Fareham Innovation Centre's very own Andy Muckett of AKM Advisory and his top tips on the all important cashflow!
Click here now to book your free ticket .
Fareham Town Centre Regeneration - Business Breakfast
Thursday 16 July 2026 - Civic Offices
Updates on Fareham town centre regeneration plus guest speaker from Hampshire Chamber of Commerce on the updated Local Skills Improvement Plan.
Fresh breakfast pastries from Soothill's provided!
Farmers' markets and Flo's markets
Multiple dates in Fareham Town Centre and Portchester Precinct
Pitches are available for traders – enquiry contact details are linked via the event calendar.
Solent Business Skills and Solutions
Free on-line business support, training, and resources with SEEDL
Introducing a brand-new opportunity to upskill your workforce - completely free of charge courtesy of Solent Business Skills and Solutions (SBSS). SBSS has partnered with SEEDL, the world's first 'Live and On-Demand' learning subscription company, to bring over 300 high-quality courses directly to businesses in the PO and SO postcode areas. Free for you and your employees - no strings attached.
SEEDL offers an innovative learning experience where your team can either book into live classes or watch courses on demand, whenever it suits them. With 250+ courses available both live and on-demand, there's flexibility to learn at your own pace or together as a team.
Courses cover topics such as: Sales Customer Service (including retail and hospitality); Leadership; Project Management; Office 365; Mental Wellness; Compliance; Communication; Health and Safety; and much more.
Getting started is simple - if your business is based in a PO or SO postcode, or your employees work primarily in these areas, you are eligible. Just click the link below to register and unlock full access. You and your team are encouraged to make the most of this fantastic opportunity to grow, develop, and succeed – all thanks to SBSS.
Click here to set up your free SEEDL account .
Business events in Fareham – click here for full calendar of dates and booking links