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Dorset Chamber welcomes Audi and Volvo dealer Ocean Automotive as its latest partner

By Daniel Face editor@dorsetbiznews.co.uk

Published: October 23, 2024 | Updated: 23rd October 2024

Ocean Automotive has been named the latest platinum business partner of Dorset Chamber.

The group represents Audi and Volvo in Dorset and Somerset, selling both new and approved used cars. It also has accident repair centres in Poole and Yeovil.

Ian GirlingIan Girling, chief executive of Dorset Chamber, said: “Ocean Automotive is a progressive and dynamic company whose values match our own.

“It brings great energy and integrity to the ranks of our business partners as a business with an excellent reputation and passion for its field.

“We look forward to developing a strong relationship with Ocean Automotive as our automotive partner to help further raise its profile while supporting the business community and growth of the local economy.”

Gail Polkinghorne, managing director at Ocean Automotive, added: “I’m delighted to continue and expand our longstanding partnership with Dorset Chamber.

“Our shared commercial values and our combined passion for the success of business in the wider Dorset community make this the perfect partnership.

“Myself and our teams look forward to our future work together.”

Ocean Automotive is one of 21 platinum business partners at Dorset Chamber, joining the likes of Blue Sky Financial Planning, Bournemouth Airport and Greendale Construction.

The chamber recently hosted its annual Dorset Business Festival, which brought local leaders together for an expo, conference and awards ceremony.

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