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We are recruiting a Skilled Operative to join our Civil Engineering team.

The role requires carrying out small construction projects & maintenance of PLA assets as part of the Trades Team, with a focus on groundworks.

Apply➡️ careers.pla.co.uk/jobs/6836344...

#PortOfLondon #MaritimeCareers

November 26, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In the past 7 days, more than 200 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon

See what's on the move ➡️ pla.co.uk/ship-movements

Photo by PLA Pilot Chris Seaman

#KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames

November 24, 2025 at 10:41 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

“In the early eighties, UK ports were served by pilots, and pilot launches from the Trinity House Authority (THA). The PLA was served by the London District – which was the largest THA District – spanning from Dungeness to Felixstowe...(2/3)

November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

We’re sharing another snippet from our upcoming centenary edition of Tidal Thames News! ✏️

This time, Marine Pilotage Manager, Dave Newbury writes about the transformation of Pilotage Operations and the Pilotage Act of 1987... (1/3)

Black-and-white aerial photograph of a large industrial port. A long line of tall grain silos sits beside the shoreline, with conveyor structures extending out to a docked bulk carrier ship. The ship’s cargo holds are open as loading machinery operates above them. Behind the silos, wide concrete aprons are filled with rows of shipping containers and cargo-handling equipment.

November 21, 2025 at 10:59 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

Join the Thames Green Scheme 🌱

Our voluntary, free-of-charge programme for inland commercial & service vessel operators. Your opportunity to demonstrate environmental leadership & help create a cleaner, healthier river.

Learn more ➡️ pla.co.uk/thames-green...

#PortOfLondon #RiverThames

November 19, 2025 at 11:45 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

We're seeking an Administrator & Co-ordinator (Maternity Cover) to join our Estates team.

You will provide administrative and project support to enable the smooth running of the PLA’s extensive property portfolio.

➡️ careers.pla.co.uk/jobs/6746974...

Closing: 26 November 2025

#PortOfLondon

November 18, 2025 at 8:51 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In the past 7 days, more than 210 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon

See what's on the move ➡️ pla.co.uk/ship-movements

Photo by PLA Pilot Lars Vlaskamp

#KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames

November 17, 2025 at 9:57 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

“Modern systems now combine solid state radar, AIS data, CCTV & real-time weather & tidal information to provide a comprehensive picture of maritime traffic."

Read the full piece in Tidal Thames News later this month ➡️https://pla.co.uk/email-subscriptions (3/3)

November 14, 2025 at 10:01 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) over the years & how it will continue to boost VTS operations in the future.
Simon said: "Originally, ‘Port Control’ relied heavily on radar, radio, flag & light signals to track vessels & relay information between ships & shore... (2/3)

November 14, 2025 at 10:01 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

We’re sharing another preview from the special upcoming issue of Tidal Thames News, turning 100 years old later this month! For the centenary edition, our Harbour Master (SMS & VTS), Simon Phillips, writes about how technological growth has supported improvements to PLA... (1/3)

November 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:

Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning

We will remember them.

-- From Laurence Binyon's For the Fallen

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

November 11, 2025 at 11:16 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In the past 7 days, more than 215 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon

See what's on the move ➡️ pla.co.uk/ship-movements

Photo by PLA Pilot Chris Seaman

#KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames

November 10, 2025 at 9:23 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

This week, the PLA welcomed Maritime Minister Keir Mather to its Headquarters in Gravesend as it formally unveiled its two newest service boats as part of its ongoing investment to support growing trade through the UK’s biggest port.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:02 PM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In collaboration with @illuminatedriver.bsky.social, Thames Festival Trust has announced a new category for its annual #ThamesLens photography competition 📷

For the first time, participants will be able to submit video entries!

Find out more and enter ➡️ thamesfestivaltrust.org/artistic-pro...

November 4, 2025 at 9:32 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In the past 7 days, more than 210 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon

See what's on the move ➡️ pla.co.uk/ship-movements

Photo by PLA Pilot Caz Palmer

#KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames

November 3, 2025 at 9:41 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

The annual draw-off at Richmond Lock & Weir has begun 📢

Mark Beck, Principal Superintendent of Richmond Lock & Weir, talks us through the PLA’s draw-off process and why it is necessary for carrying out crucial repairs on the weir

#RiverThames #Richmond #RichmondLockAndWeir #PortOfLondon

October 31, 2025 at 9:27 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

Active Thames is a partnership programme in place to support the development of watersports on the tidal Thames and inland waterways in London, Kent and Essex.

Learn more ➡️ activethames.co.uk/about-active...

Photo: Islington Boat Club

#PortOfLondon #RiverThames #BlueSpace #ActiveThames

October 30, 2025 at 9:41 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

We are pleased to announce a revised Tideway Code.

What’s new?

• New information on Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) on the Tidal Thames, including the risks they pose and what paddlers need to consider when planning their passage. (1/2)

October 28, 2025 at 10:02 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In the past 7 days, more than 190 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon

See what's on the move ➡️ pla.co.uk/ship-movements

Photo by PLA Pilot Lars Vlaskamp

#KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames

October 27, 2025 at 9:16 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

Following the conclusion of the PLA's second #CleanThamesChallenge, we are pleased to announce the results from the 241 people who participated in the month-long event.

This year, supported by DP World, we provided 195 litter picking kits (1/3)

October 22, 2025 at 8:26 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

In the past 7 days, more than 220 vessels called in the #PortOfLondon

See what's on the move ➡️ pla.co.uk/ship-movements

Photo by PLA Pilot Peter Flanagan

#KeepingTradeFlowing #London #Kent #Essex #ThamesEstuary #TradingThames #RiverThames

October 20, 2025 at 8:35 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

Our ‘Filming, photography and events’ page has a new look! 🎥

It’s now easier than ever to apply for a permit for filming and photography, drone shoots and promotional events or activations 🎉

Find out more ➡️ pla.co.uk/filming-phot...

#RiverThames #PortOfLondon

October 16, 2025 at 8:53 AM

Port of London Authority

@londonportauth.bsky.social

This morning, Deputy Harbour Master Sophie Williams welcomed Commanding Officer Captain Rodrigo Lázaro and some of the crew of Brazilian Navy vessel, NE BRASIL, which is currently alongside HMS Belfast.

#PortOfLondon #RiverThames #London