Westridge Business Park
Cothey Way
Ryde, Ryde PO33 1QT
DDC Electronics is an electronic manufacturing company based in Ryde, Isle of Wight, UK.
DDC, formerly Pascall Electronics and Xcel Power Systems, specialise in the design, development and manufacture of power supply solutions for extreme environments. With over 30 years' experience in the aerospace, defence and industrial sectors, DDC is a trusted supplier of complete solution electronic power conversion products.
Our power supply products are completely customisable from simple single stage convertors to multi-function multi-stage systems. On commercial aircraft, DDC products are the preferred choice for powering Inflight Entertainment & Connectivity (IFEC) systems. Our robust defence products are in service with ground, air and naval forces across the world, powering state of the art electronic systems in some of the most challenging environments.
Island Business May / June 2025
Events
may
29may10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber
Event Details
Thursday 29 May 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm IW Chamber members – FREE Non-members - FREE The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at
Event Details
Thursday 29 May 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-members – FREE
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at our office at Branstone Business Park.
Every other Thursday the Chamber is opening its door to members to connect, discuss membership, and ask questions in a casual drop-in session.
Not yet a member? You’re invited to drop in and discover the value of professional networking and explore how Chamber membership can support your business growth.
Booking not required – just drop in!
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
june
06jun7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Event Details
Friday 6 June 2025 IW Steam Railway, Havenstreet 7.30am - 9.00am IW Chamber Members - £18 per person Non-Members - £36 per person Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Isle of Wight
Event Details
Friday 6 June 2025
IW Steam Railway, Havenstreet
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Non-Members – £36 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members. At 9am, attendees will be given the opportunity to go for a ride on the steam train.
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Location
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
The Railway Station, Haven Street, Isle of Wight, PO33 4DS
11jun11:30 am1:00 pmLight Lunch with Rouse Ltd
Event Details
Wednesday 11 June 2025 Rouse Ltd, Newport 11.30am - 1.00pm IW Chamber Members - FREE Simple Savings – The Basics of Investing Join us for an informal networking opportunity. A financial planner from Rouse Ltd
Event Details
Wednesday 11 June 2025
Rouse Ltd, Newport
11.30am – 1.00pm
IW Chamber Members – FREE
Simple Savings – The Basics of Investing
Join us for an informal networking opportunity. A financial planner from Rouse Ltd will provide a presentation offering an instruction to some of the fundamentals of investing. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, and a light lunch will be provided so please advise of any dietary requirements.
Time
(Wednesday) 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location
Rouse Ltd
Lugley House, Lugley Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5EL
12jun10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber
Event Details
Thursday 12 June 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm IW Chamber members – FREE Non-members - FREE The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at
Event Details
Thursday 12 June 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-members – FREE
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at our office at Branstone Business Park.
Every other Thursday the Chamber is opening its door to members to connect, discuss membership, and ask questions in a casual drop-in session.
Not yet a member? You’re invited to drop in and discover the value of professional networking and explore how Chamber membership can support your business growth.
Booking not required – just drop in!
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
16jun9:00 am12:30 pmFire Marshal Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training
Event Details
Monday 16 June 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 12.30pm IW Chamber members - £68 +vat per person This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day course designed specifically
Event Details
Monday 16 June 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members – £68 +vat per person
This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day course designed specifically for those who have been designated with the responsibilities of Fire Marshal or Fire Warden. The course will look at the legal responsibilities of both the company and the individual. By the end of this course learners will understand what their duties as a fire marshal are.
£68 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
25jun2:30 pm4:30 pmAfternoon Tea at Quarr Abbey
Event Details
Wednesday 25 June 2025 Quarr Abbey, Ryde 2.30pm - 4.30pm IW Chamber Members - £5 admin fee Join us for a fabulous networking opportunity, enjoying afternoon tea in the grounds of Quarr Abbey. A
Event Details
Wednesday 25 June 2025
Quarr Abbey, Ryde
2.30pm – 4.30pm
IW Chamber Members – £5 admin fee
Join us for a fabulous networking opportunity, enjoying afternoon tea in the grounds of Quarr Abbey. A hugely popular annual event, it’s a unique chance to engage with Chamber members whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Abbey. You can find out more about Quarr Abbey too.
Time
(Wednesday) 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey, Quarr Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 4ES
26jun9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course
Event Details
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools
Event Details
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools you need to take your idea from the drawing board to the real world.
This course is suitable for those with a business idea they wish to progress, through to those who have been in business for six months. We will take you through all the various aspects that need to be considered including: Market research, cash flow forecast, tax, national insurance, VAT, making tax digital, marketing, business names, bookkeeping, insurance, social media and websites, closing with an introduction to your business plan.
The one day workshop is delivered by an experienced business mentor, in a friendly manner, allowing you to get as many questions answered as possible. You will be spending a day with other like-minded people, embarking on the same journey, with the opportunity to network and share knowledge.
When starting in business you have to wear many hats, some fit well and others need adjustment. Come along and find out which areas you might need help with.
Please note there is a £5 admin fee for this course.
This course is available for non-members.
Time
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
