Future Skills Award

Jane Taylor, people director: “It’s just fantastic. We are really proud of the investment we are making in our future and the future of the community.”

Scott Jameson, managing director: “It’s a testament to, as a large business, how we’re positioning for the future and being able to provide so many apprenticeship opportunities.

Just last week, I welcomed 148 apprentices into the business, which is the largest we have ever had in one intake.”

Shortlist:

• BAE Systems
• Berthon Boat Company Ltd
• Portsmouth International Port