The News Business Excellence Awards saw just shy of 100 companies from the local area nominated for awards, vying for titles such as best small business and most sustainable company of the year.
The black-tie event dazzled at Portsmouth Guildhall, with guests treated to a delicious meal before awards were handed out.
Here are 21 of the best photographs from last night's event.
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Dynamite Recruitment at The News Business Excellence Awards. Photo: Habibur Rahman
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The team from Delivered Social pose for a picture. Photo: Habibur Rahman
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Guests enjoying the event. Photo: Habibur Rahman
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Portsmouth North MP Penny Mordaunt. Photo: Habibur Rahman
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