In the Tidal Thames News ➡️ SOCSEA24 Join our Chief Executive Robin Mortimer and our Head of Sustainability Julia Makin at the Society & The Sea International Conference 2024 on 9 and 10 September to drive the future of the maritime industry. ➡️ Don't miss out: General Directions consultation We're seeking your views on proposed updates to the General Directions for Navigation in the Port of London, covering the 95 miles of the tidal Thames under the PLA’s jurisdiction. ➡️ Tidal Thames News archive Browse our archive containing issues back to 2014. ➡️ PLA on the go Get a concentrated hit of the PLA's key data feeds anytime, anywhere. ➡️ Laburnum takes lead Laburnum Boat Club hosted the first Active Thames Coaching Observation session (22 August) marking a significant step in fostering a stronger coaching community along the Thames. ➡️ Tackling litter on the foreshore The Clean Thames Challenge kicked off on 1st September as part of the Totally Thames Festival. ➡️ Uninterrupted riverside walk A new part of the riverside walk between Hammersmith and Putney, has been opened as part of Fulham Football Club’s reconstruction of their stadium, Craven Cottage. ➡️ River ready for its close-up! In partnership with the Thames Festival Trust, we're excited to announce the Thames Lens photography competition is back for 2024! Get up to date https://hubs.la/Q02NzR9T0 Subscribe now https://hubs.la/Q02NzR7_0 #London #Kent #Essex #RiverThames #ThamesEstuary #ThamesVision2050 #DestinationThames #TradingThames #NaturalThames
Port of London Authority
Maritime Transportation
Gravesend, Kent 23,438 followers
Custodians of the tidal Thames
About us
As a trust port, the Port of London Authority has no shareholders and operates for the benefit of customers and stakeholders now and in the future. Our operations cover 95 miles of the River Thames, from Teddington to the North Sea. We work to keep commercial and leisure users safe, protect and enhance the environment, and promote the use of the river for trade and travel.
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https://www.pla.co.uk
External link for Port of London Authority
- Industry
- Maritime Transportation
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Gravesend, Kent
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1909
- Specialties
- Port Authority, Navigational Safety, Pilotage, Marine Services, and Sport and Physical Activity
Locations
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London River House
Royal Pier Road
Gravesend, Kent DA12 2BG, GB
Employees at Port of London Authority
Updates
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A #NoticeToMariners has been issued L56-24 – Gravesend Reach – Port Health Mariners are advised that a section of the Pier at Port Health has been reported as damaged resulting in the remains entering the water. Mariners are advised to navigate with extreme caution, ensuring vessel wash is kept to a minimum and that an appropriate lookout is kept at all times when passing Port Health Pier. Read L56-24 ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02Nn3t50 All current Notices ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02Nn2gj0 Notices on WhatsApp ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02Nn3lt0 #London #Kent #Essex #RiverThames #ThamesEstuary #PortOfLondon
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A #NoticeToMariners has been issued L55-24 – Gravesend Reach – Northfleet to Gravesend Dredging Operations On or around 5th September, the vessel “IGUAZU” will commence water injection dredging operations at Tilbury CMAT. Following that, the vessel “BORR” will begin water injection dredging at Tilbury Lock Entrance and Bellmouth with an estimated completion date on or around 20th September 2024. Dredging activities from both vessels will only take place on ebb tides. Read L55-24 ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NmCMN0 All current Notices ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NmFGc0 Notices on WhatsApp ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NmCMP0 #London #Kent #Essex #RiveThames #ThamesEstuary #PortOfLondon
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Today is #MerchantNavyDay. This day honours the sacrifices of the, often forgotten and invisible, but very hard-working, Merchant Navy seafarers. Get involved https://hubs.la/Q02Nmj-50 #RedEnsign #MerchantNavy #MerchantNavyDay2024 The Seafarers’ Charity
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A #NoticeToMariners has been issued L54-24 – Gravesend Reach – Denton Slipways Mariners are advised that, on or about Wednesday 4th Sept, 2024 contractors instructed by the operator of Denton Slipway will carry out works on the jetty. Read L54-24 ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NmjSN0 All current Notices ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NmCM90 Notices on WhatsApp ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NmflT0 #London #Kent #Essex #RiveThames #ThamesEstuary #PortOfLondon
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Help shape the future of navigation on the tidal Thames! We're seeking your views on proposed updates to the General Directions for Navigation in the Port of London. This consultation is for you if: ➡️You navigate or operate on the River Thames for commercial purposes. ➡️You have an interest in the safety and efficiency of the Port of London. What we're looking for: ➡️Your feedback on the proposed changes, including potential impacts on safety and operations. ➡️Any comments you have in support of the proposals. Navigational safety is our top priority. These updates aim to keep the regulations on the Thames relevant, effective, and robust. The consultation is now open and closes on Friday, 13 September 2024 Full details of the proposed changes and the current General Directions can be found on the PLA website ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02KMjh20 #PortOfLondon #Thames #Navigation #PublicConsultation #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #RiverThames
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A #NoticeToMariners has been issued M61-24 – Lambeth Reach – Diving Operations Mariners are advised that diving operations are expected to take place daily between 9th and 13th September 2024 on the Shell Centre intake and discharge sumps, located, respectively, beneath and immediately downriver of Waterloo Millennium Pier. Read M61-24 ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NjGhp0 All current Notices ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NjFF-0 Notices on WhatsApp ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02NjG1q0 #London #Kent #Essex #RiveThames #ThamesEstuary #PortOfLondon
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In the past 7 days, more than 205 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon See what's on the move ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02Nhtf80 #KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames
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We want to thank all the participants -- over 100 -- taking part in this month's #CleanThames Challenge! Thank you for joining our vision! By joining the Clean Thames Challenge, you're protecting the diverse wildlife that call the Thames 'home'. Together, we can improve the river's ecosystem by reducing the amount of rubbish in the water. ➡️👍🗑️ https://hubs.la/Q02NhrG00 #ThamesVision2050 #London #Kent #Essex #RiveThames #ThamesEstuary