Portsmouth Economic Development

There’s room to grow at The LINC! Revitalization and continued improvements are taking shape throughout Portsmouth’s Innovation District, creating new opportunities for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the city. Current property opportunities include: • Retail space for lease • Commercial properties • Mixed-use development opportunities Interested in learning more about available properties? Contact Portsmouth Economic Development at 757-393-8804 or visit our website to explore opportunities and submit an inquiry: https://ow.ly/WoJe50ZZQux+

The Portsmouth Economic Development team will be at the Ironclad Maritime Summit! As a city deeply connected to the maritime and defense industries, we look forward to connecting with industry leaders, exchanging ideas and highlighting the opportunities that make Portsmouth an important part of the region’s maritime economy. If you see our team at the summit, come say hello. We’d love to connect!

October is Manufacturing Month, a time to recognize the vital role manufacturing plays in Portsmouth’s economy. Portsmouth Economic Development celebrates the businesses and skilled professionals driving innovation, creating jobs, and strengthening our region’s industrial future. We look forward to the continued growth and opportunities this industry brings to our community.

Progress is taking shape at Philips Workforce! Portsmouth Economic Development is excited to see continued progress at Philips Workforce as the facility takes shape with new equipment and hands-on training resources. From advanced machinery to technical training workstations, these additions represent an investment in workforce development and the skills needed to support today's manufacturing industry. We look forward to seeing the continued progress and the opportunities this facility will bring to Portsmouth's workforce and business community.

Portsmouth Economic Development is connecting with defense and community leaders at the Association of Defense Communities Installation Innovation Forum in Tampa, FL. With a strong military presence and deep ties to the maritime and defense industries, Portsmouth understands the important role collaboration plays in supporting installations, strengthening communities and creating opportunities for continued economic growth. We’re proud to be part of the conversations shaping the future of defense communities.

Portsmouth’s maritime advantage runs deep. ⚓ With direct access to the Port of Virginia, a skilled maritime workforce, and a strategic location in the heart of Hampton Roads, Portsmouth provides businesses with the connections and resources to compete in today’s maritime economy. From ship repair and manufacturing to logistics and transportation, Portsmouth is positioned to support the industries that keep our region and the global supply chain moving. Portsmouth continues to be a place where maritime industries thrive, businesses grow, and new opportunities take shape.