Major port infrastructure works are set to begin at the Port of Milford Haven with the next stage of a significant jetty upgrade now confirmed.
Inland and Coastal Marina Systems has been awarded the contract for the latest phase of the port upgrade, which marks a key milestone in the modernisation of the port’s marine construction facilities.
“This investment will create fit-for-purpose facilities that enable us to continue delivering a world-class pilotage service,” said Mike Ryan, Harbourmaster at the Port of Milford Haven.
“It strengthens our resilience and enhances operations across the Haven.”
Future-proofing
Work will begin in November, with the installation of a new 70-metre pontoon and a 33-metre gangway designed to improve efficiency, safety and long-term operational capacity.
The new pontoon, four metres wide, will provide a more resilient and functional asset, capable of meeting current and future pilotage needs. The upgraded gangway will enhance accessibility and safety, ensuring the jetty is fully prepared to support the port’s new pilot vessel, the NGS42, due to arrive early next year.
Bryan Stewart, sales manager at Inland and Coastal Marina Systems, added: “This flagship marine construction project will ensure safe, all-tide access for crews and provide robust facilities for the world-leading fleet of vessels currently in delivery.”
The jetty upgrade is part of a wider programme of port infrastructure improvements aimed at future-proofing marine operations. Previous work included the replacement of external wave screens, now fully operational.
It will also deliver improved staff facilities and upgrades to mechanical, electrical, fuelling and security systems.
