Spring arrived with a burst of fresh energy, and we channelled it into new creative directions.

We visited the House of Commons, proudly unveiled the Bargate rebrand, created a new brand visual system for 100 Wardour Street, achieved ISO27001, and kicked off a new Slipstream season — all against the backdrop of lighter evenings and a studio ready to grow into a new chapter with our new Head of Culture and Capability, Ben Howells, and Head of Marketing, Jack Turner. 

Summer was all about movement — creatively and literally. We settled into our new home at Barnsgrove, after an inspiring July Escapism visit, and enjoyed a space built for wellness as Cornflower’s rebrand went live. 

The University of Southampton Science Park published their annual SOMag, we exhibited at the Moving On event for Farnborough College and continued to support Bargate in promoting their latest developments. Slipstream peaked with a ride around the Isle of Wight, bringing fresh air and a dose of adventure between projects.
 

Autumn brought meaningful stories to the forefront as we filmed important pieces with the K J Smith Solicitors team, and supported The University of Southampton Science Park with new brochures for its latest developments and properties.

The team headed to BrightonSEO for fresh insight and inspiration, attended the Business South Conference, enjoyed a spooky coffee and cake morning, and eventually wrapped the final Slipstream ride of the year on home ground — closing the season with community and a sense of accomplishment.

Winter shifted us into planning mode with plenty of festivities to be had. Thursdays became the new Fridays at our office bar, and Padel emerged as our latest hobby and networking event.

We launched Hi-Tech’s new website and refreshed identity, exhibited at the South Coast CPS Conference, attended the UKSPA Winter Conference, all while working hard behind the scenes on planning for The Escape in 2026. Not before we celebrated a year of achievements at our Christmas party, enjoying plates from the best chef in Hampshire (if we do say so ourselves), Becka Cooper.