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A TEAM from Tasker Milward School has raced into the finals of a leading Technology competition.
The five Year 11 pupils from the Haverfordwest school took part in the regional heats of the F1 in Schools racing car challenge last week in Swansea – along with their Technology teacher Anthony Llewellyn.
The pupils were set the challenge of setting up a business team and designing and making a model racing car powered by a CO2 cartridge. Their car – and those of the 24 other competing teams- were then raced down a 25-metre track.
The Tasker pupils successfully delivered their marketing pitch and raced their car straight into the national finals which will be held in Manchester on March 14 and 15.
CIRCUS Mondao is returning to Pembrokeshire by popular demand, bringing its traditional big top show to Tenby and Pembroke Dock.
The family circus promises a packed programme of international performers, comedy, daring stunts, showgirls, ponies and high-energy circus acts.
This year’s show includes award-winning Chilean clown Kikin, Miss Madalane’s ponies, glass balancing with Fairy Talula, fast-paced juggling from Brazil, and the Agazian Brothers from Ethiopia.
Audiences can also expect one of the most daring line-ups ever presented by Circus Mondao, including the Wheel of Death, Russian swing, Icarian games, Russian bar, chair balancing and the South American Crazy Brothers.
Organisers said the show keeps alive the atmosphere of a traditional circus while also using modern lighting, music and production.
A spokesperson for Circus Mondao said: “This is a show not to be missed. We are delighted to be returning to Tenby and Pembroke Dock with amazing artistes from around the world, including performers from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Morocco, Chile, Spain, Ethiopia, Wales and the UK.”
The circus will be at Marsh Farm, Marsh Road, Tenby, SA70 8DU, from Wednesday, May 27 to Sunday, May 31.
Performances in Tenby will take place at 5:00pm and 7:30pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 2:00pm and 5:00pm on Saturday, and 2:00pm only on Sunday.
Circus Mondao will then move to Harlequins RFC, London Road, Pembroke Dock, from Wednesday, June 3 to Sunday, June 7.
Performances in Pembroke Dock will follow the same times: 5:00pm and 7:30pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 2:00pm and 5:00pm on Saturday, and 2:00pm only on Sunday.
Special offers include all seats for £8.50 on Wednesdays, buy one get one free on Thursdays, four seats for £45 on Fridays, children going free on Saturdays with each full-paying adult, and family tickets on Sundays for two adults and two children priced at £45, £55 or £60.
Terms and conditions apply to all offers, and they cannot be used with any other offer.
The booking office is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00am and is cash only. Tickets can also be booked online through TicketSource and LoveToVisit.
Annual report shows strong growth and major investment, but underlying figures reveal a more complex picture
THE PORT OF MILFORD HAVEN has reported another year of growth, investment and strong trading performance, with rising cargo volumes, record turnover and major spending on infrastructure across the Haven Waterway.
The Port’s 2025 Annual Report shows gross tonnage rose by 11%, while total cargo movements increased by 17% to 38.3 million tonnes.
Turnover also reached £45.2 million, up from £43.2 million in 2024, marking a fourth consecutive year of revenue growth.
The Port said service performance remained strong, with more than 98% service availability for customers using its pilotage services.
As one of Pembrokeshire’s most important economic institutions, the Port plays a central role in jobs, energy, tourism, marine safety and long-term investment across the Haven.
Dr Siân George, Chair of the Port of Milford Haven, said: “Our continued growth has been achieved not by chance, but through deliberate choices, and reflects our long-term perspective – one that prioritises our customers and our many stakeholders.
“As a trust port, we are committed to our mandate to ensure we hand on the Port in a better condition to future generations. We do this by placing responsible growth, environmental stewardship and prosperity for the communities who depend on the Waterway, at the forefront of our decision-making process.”
Tom Sawyer, CEO at the Port, added: “I would describe 2025 as another year of solid performance; one where our service delivery and business resilience continued to improve.
“We saw our fourth consecutive year of revenue growth and another year of strong profits. We thank our customers and Waterway communities and partners for their ongoing support, collaboration and challenge helping us to continually improve.
“And our thanks to our teams who have worked with an unerring focus on ensuring the Port of Milford Haven continues to deliver what our customers and communities deserve.”
Major investment
The Port continued a major investment programme during the year, spending £18 million in 2025 following £27.4 million in 2024.
Projects included a new pilot boat, upgrades to the Vessel Traffic Services command centre, refurbishment of marine facilities and further development at Milford Docks and Milford Waterfront.
The new 22-metre pilot boat, Llanion, completed sea trials and is expected to strengthen safety and resilience for vessel movements on the Waterway.
The Port also continued to position Pembroke Port for future floating offshore wind opportunities linked to the Celtic Freeport.
Supporters of that strategy argue that Milford Haven and Pembroke Dock could become central to the next generation of energy jobs, particularly if floating offshore wind develops at the scale hoped for by government and industry.
The Port also expanded its workforce, with 25 new employees joining in 2025 and four apprentices taken on, which it described as a record intake.
Its marine team has grown by 35% over five years.
Community role
The annual report highlights the Port’s role as a trust port, meaning it does not have shareholders and reinvests profits back into the business.
It says close to £500,000 was invested in community initiatives during the year.
These included water safety programmes, youth projects, support for Milford Youth Matters, the Torch Theatre, STEM opportunities for young women and local environmental work around the Haven Waterway.
Milford Waterfront also received recognition through a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, while the Port said its hotels and tourism assets continued to support local jobs and visitor numbers.
The organisation was also recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, an achievement in a sector that has historically been male dominated.
Profit picture
But the report also shows that, beneath the positive headline figures, the Port faces financial and environmental pressures.
Although turnover increased, operating profit fell from £6.8 million in 2024 to £5.2 million in 2025.
Profit before interest and tax rose to £6.9 million, but that figure was helped by a £1.7 million gain from the revaluation of investment properties.
The Port’s underlying profit measure, which strips out some accounting costs such as depreciation and amortisation, also fell from £11 million to £9.2 million.
That suggests the organisation is still profitable, but facing higher costs and tighter margins despite increased shipping activity.
Borrowing rises
Borrowing also rose sharply during the year.
The report shows total borrowings increased from £17.5 million to £25.2 million, while net debt rose from £15.3 million to £20.7 million.
Much of that increase appears to be linked to long-term capital investment, including marine infrastructure, dock improvements and hospitality assets.
Ports are expensive businesses to run and maintain, and major investment often requires borrowing.
However, because the Port is a trust port with responsibilities to the wider community, the level of borrowing is a legitimate matter for public scrutiny.
The Port says committed financing is in place until 2028 and points to strong operating cash flow and diversified income as evidence of resilience.
Emissions increase
The report also sets out the Port’s sustainability ambitions, including a target to cut total greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by 2035 and reach net zero by or before 2050.
It generated close to five gigawatt hours of renewable energy in 2025, avoiding almost 900 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions.
But the report also shows direct emissions increased.
Scope 1 emissions rose from 1,340.39 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2024 to 1,578.15 tonnes in 2025, largely due to diesel use.
Carbon intensity also rose from 31.03 to 34.94 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per £1 million of turnover.
The figures underline the challenge facing the Port as it tries to balance growth in marine activity with its environmental ambitions.
Executive pay
Another figure likely to attract attention is senior remuneration.
The annual report shows the highest-paid director received £494,000 in 2025, compared with £271,000 in 2024.
The Port says the figure included a one-off compensatory award following benchmarking of senior executive pay.
There is no suggestion of wrongdoing, and the Port is entitled to argue that a nationally significant energy port requires experienced leadership.
But at a time when many local households and businesses are facing rising costs, executive pay at a trust port is a legitimate public-interest question.
Balanced picture
Overall, the Port of Milford Haven remains one of Pembrokeshire’s most important economic success stories.
The report shows a business that is growing, investing and planning for the future while maintaining a crucial role in UK energy infrastructure.
It also shows an organisation contributing to local skills, tourism, community projects and long-term regeneration.
But the annual report is not simply a success story.
It also shows falling operating profit, rising borrowing, increased direct emissions and a sharp rise in the remuneration of the highest-paid director.
Those issues do not cancel out the Port’s achievements.
But they do matter.
For a trust port serving Pembrokeshire and the wider national interest, scrutiny is not hostility. It is accountability.
HORSE owners, keepers and veterinary professionals are being urged to take precautions following a marked rise in equine influenza activity across Wales and the wider UK.
The Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance team has confirmed that, as of Thursday (May 14), there have been 52 outbreaks of equine influenza across 32 counties in England, Scotland and Wales since April 1.
Equine flu is highly contagious and can spread rapidly among horses. It can be passed on through close contact, contaminated equipment and, in some conditions, through the air over longer distances.
Officials say many recent cases are linked to the movement of horses between premises. However, yards with no recent horse movements may still be at risk, particularly where local activity has already been identified.
Horse owners, yard managers and vets are being advised to take a risk-based approach when considering horse movements and day-to-day management.
Preventative measures include ensuring vaccinations are up to date, monitoring horses for early clinical signs such as coughing, nasal discharge, fever and lethargy, implementing strict biosecurity measures, and isolating new arrivals or suspected cases promptly.
The rise in equine influenza activity represents a significant ongoing risk to horse health and equestrian activities across the UK.
Vaccination, vigilance and robust biosecurity remain essential to limiting further spread.
Anyone concerned about an animal is advised to contact their veterinarian.
Further information is available from the Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance service at www.equinesurveillance.org.
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