New Pilot Vessel Named for South Wales Energy Port of Milford Haven

4th June 2026

Jehan Ashmore

An official naming and dedication ceremony of a state-of-the-art pilot vessel, Llanion, for the Port of Milford Haven, South Wales, took place recently. The pilot boat is designed with advanced technology and enhanced safety features to operate at the energy port along the Milford Haven Waterway in Pembrokeshire, along with its Irish Ferries link to Rosslare. Credit: Port of Milford Haven-facebook

A new state-of-the-art pilot vessel for the Port of Milford Haven, South Wales, has reached a major milestone with the official naming ceremony of the craft. The newbuild named Llanion reinforces the energy port’s continued commitment to safe, efficient, and resilient marine operations.

The ceremony brought together distinguished guests and key members of the maritime community, including Chaplain Rev. Jonathan Brewer; Chaplain Rufus Noy; Darcey Trueman, Head Prefect at Milford Haven School, who named the vessel at the event; His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Miss Sara Edwards; Andrew Phillips, High Sheriff of Dyfed; and representatives from the port's marine team.

The new pilot boat, designed with advanced technology and enhanced safety features, will support the port's vital role in guiding vessels safely through the Milford Haven Waterway. The naming ceremony included a traditional blessing and the official christening, symbolizing good fortune and safe passage for all who sail aboard her.

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Jehan Ashmore

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Jehan Ashmore is a marine correspondent, researcher and photographer, specialising in Irish ports, shipping and the ferry sector serving the UK and directly to mainland Europe. Jehan also occasionally writes a column, 'Maritime' Dalkey for the (Dalkey Community Council Newsletter) in addition to contributing to UK marine periodicals.

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