Launching the SMART Centre: Shaping Futures at Southampton Solent University
The overarching goal of the South Coast IoT is clear: to enhance the social and economic prosperity of the region and the communities it serves. This is being achieved by improving access to high-quality education, developing industry-relevant skills, and creating stronger links between learning and employment.
Celebrating 15 years of business growth support at Ocean Village Innovation Centre
Ocean Village Innovation Centre, Southampton’s hub for ambitious businesses, is marking a major milestone – 15 years of helping companies grow, innovate and succeed.
It’s all about the BAS: building consultancy & architecture practice touches down at Ocean Village Innovation Centre in Southampton
A multi-disciplinary building consultancy & architecture practice serving the UK has relocated with a new base in Southampton.
Newly independent BAS Property Consultants Ltd moved into an office at Ocean Village Innovation Centre (OVIC) in the port city.
International refit and outfitter Aros Marine selects Southampton’s OVIC as UK HQ
International refit and outfitter Aros Marine selects Southampton’s OVIC as UK HQ
Why Choose an Office in a Multi-Tenanted Business Centre?
In today’s fast-changing business landscape, flexibility, cost-efficiency, and community are more important than ever. Whether you’re a startup, SME, freelancer, or scaling enterprise, choosing the right office space can directly impact your success. One of the smartest workspace decisions you can make is opting for a multi-tenanted business centre.
Beyond workspace: why OVIC is the growth engine Southampton needs now
Located in the heart of Ocean Village Marina and backed by Oxford Innovation Space, OVIC offers more than square footage. We provide the infrastructure of innovation – tailored support, curated community, and credible connections – for the businesses shaping the South Coast economy.

