Welcome to The Solent Metropolitan The broader perspective, for a distinct region. We are an independent media platform championing the Greater Solent region. From the historic roots of Southampton and Portsmouth to our vibrant towns and villages, we are building a distinct global identity for the Solent. 21 April: A work in progress. Well we said March, then early April didn't we, dear reader?Things going on behind the scenes and we're not far off from those original dates. About The Solent DNA We define three pillars — Culture, Sectors, and Living — that form the triple helix of what we believe is the Solent's identity, its "DNA". Each interconnected, each driving the case for better regional connectedness. Discover Culture Discover Sectors Discover Living A work (still) in progress, we said: "content rolling out during March and early April." We're not far off our initial MVP: minimal viable product.