“On 1st Oct 1988 Pilotage for our district was transferred to the PLA & as part of a ‘transfer of undertakings’ a number of people & assets were transferred. THA pilots applied for positions & 140 pilots were employed by the PLA." (3/3)

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“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)

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

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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)

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The state-of-the-art boats – named Commander and Leader – are pilot cutters, used to ensure river and sea pilots can quickly and safely meet vessels within the Port.

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Photo: Thames Lens 2025 ‘River People’ Winner: The Boy and the River by Lichena Bertinato - ‘River People’ winner

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• Updated definition on page 42 to more closely align with Paddle UK guidance.

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