Working together in business and community
The Newhaven Chamber of Commerce is an active business networking group part of an exciting community well-placed to help local people in business grow, learn and network.
We organise various business events throughout the year, including presentations, exhibitions, social and fundraising events and a vibrant business breakfast networking group that meets every Wednesday.
We hold joint monthly networking lunches with the Newhaven Enterprise Centre open to all local businesses.
Breakfast networking >Business support >Seahaven Business Awards 2025 >We champion all sectors from manufacturing and energy to the arts and the creative industries. Join us and receive all the latest news and updates through our newsletters; come along and meet other members and benefit from being part of Newhaven’s successful and hard-working business community.
Join the Chamber to connect, engage and grow >Upcoming events at Newhaven Chamber
Mission statement:
To enhance and encourage development of trade, employment opportunities and the environment of Newhaven. To re-establish and maintain premier status for Newhaven within Europe.
Whether you are looking to get new business, collaborate, access support or network, being part of the Newhaven Chamber of Commerce can widen your business horizons.
The Chamber is an ideal place to be introduced to new people, find out about accessing help, raise your profile, promote your business and share your skills. You can get your business noticed by sponsoring an event, entering the Seahaven Business Awards and featuring in our members’ directory. You can share your news and promote your events through our website and via our social media. Don’t just take our word for it – ask our members.
News from Newhaven Chamber of Commerce
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Sussex Accelerate50 Competition
Are you planning to scale your business? Sussex Innovation, the home of scale-ups in Sussex, has announced the Accelerate50 competition, a search for the region’s biggest game-changer. The winning company… Continue reading Sussex Accelerate50 Competition
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79th Anniversary of the National Day for Vietnam
‘Newhaven Chamber of Commerce President, Mike Shorer and Vice President, Annie Lorys were invited to attend the 79th Anniversary of the National Day for Vietnam and to meet the new Vietnamese… Continue reading 79th Anniversary of the National Day for Vietnam
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30th Anniversary of NCI donation
Coastwatch Anniversary Cheque Presentation Newhaven Chamber of Commerce was delighted to support the Newhaven Branch of the National Coastwatch Institute as part of their 30th Anniversary Celebrations. In addition to… Continue reading 30th Anniversary of NCI donation
Another great year for entries
The 20th Anniversary of the Seahaven Business Awards received over 380 entries from 90 businesses in the Seaford, Newhaven and Peacehaven areas.
The eight categories have been closely contested, and the finalists have now been announced. We expect a night to remember on Friday 9 May when the finalists, sponsors and VIPs come together for a glittering Awards Ceremony & Dinner at the Amex Stadium. In the presence of Deputy Lieutenant of East Sussex, Mr Tim Cobb and H. E. Mr Do Minh Hung, Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and his wife, Mrs. Dang Tu Anhour, MP James MacCleary, plus local councillors, mayors and Presidents of the Chambers.
Who are the 25 finalists this year? You can find out here! Winners will not be announced until after the evening of 9 May - a few more weeks of suspense yet!
