TELL us what you think of these big ideas from today's Dragon's Den style event where people presented plans for Newport's development.

SOME ideas from today's Dragon's Den-style event for Newport's future:

Usk tidal power


Brian Federick wants Newport to be "one of the first cities to harness tidal power" with a barrage across the Usk.

Call Newport 'Casnewydd'


Swap the names Newport and Casnewydd around, giving a stronger identity considering there are 14 other Newports. 'There's no other city called Casnewydd'. Don Parker

Barrage


A barrage which could "improve" the waterfront and allow for a river taxi between Newport and Caerleon.

Make the most of Chartist tower


Urban designer Lauren says 16-storey Chartist tower is a "landmark for the city whether we like it or not' She wants to see it taken on by people in creative industries with a gallery and office space. Ben Milsom suggested a 3D projection onto the Chartist Tower.

Tecnology clubs


Technology clubs for young people, who could then use the skills they learn to help local businesses. Nick Theodorou

Arts venues


Newport needs creative centres like Chapter in Cardiff and the Watershed and Paintworks in Bristol bring lots of people to city. Joel Hughes

New museum


Russell Britton wants to see a new museum celebrating photography, film and art from Newport and city's history. Also suggests a cafe-quarter.

Cruiseport


Setting the city up as an international cruising hub

Niche sport


Newport to become a centre for specialist sport, investing in the velodrome for smaller sports as well.

FOLLOW our coverage of the Dragon's Den style event where people can present ideas for Newport's development. Our reporter Jen Mills is at the reNewport event hosted by the University of South Wales in Newport this morning. People have 15 minutes to present their ideas. Tell us what you think by leaving a comment below or use hashtag #renewport.