A hovercraft company is urging others to join a free business programme.

Griffon Hoverwork, based in Southampton, has benefitted from the Solent Business Accelerator programme.

The firm, which was a finalist at the Maritime UK Solent Awards, expanded its business with help from the Solent Growth Hub.

Managing director Adrian Went is now recommending other local companies to take advantage of this support.

The programme is designed to help businesses grow by offering free advice, expert support, and the chance to connect with other business owners. It is run by the Solent Growth Hub and is currently available to companies in Southampton.

The programme provides mentorship and coaching from experienced industry professionals, along with networking opportunities with industry leaders and potential partners.

Mr Went said: "My team and I gained a much broader understanding, particularly of how wide the company’s scope should be for measuring emissions. Engagement with the Growth Hub left us feeling reassured that the sustainability strategy we are building is based on a sensible methodology."