Live Tides
NOTICES TO MARINERS
Charts & Surveys
Incident reporting
Life-threatening emergencies on the river:
Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard
For near miss, safety observations and incident reporting click below
Events & conferences
We actively engage with the Thames community
Public MeetingsPublic meetings
Join us for an update on our activities and share concerns about the river we all love
Stakeholder forum
Our annual meeting open to anyone interested in the tidal Thames
Our Stakeholder Forum provides an opportunity to hear about our progress, share feedback, and ask questions. Ensuring the safe and sustainable use of the tidal Thames, while supporting growth in port trade, remains the PLA’s primary responsibility.
Our next annual stakeholder forum will be held in 2026.
Consultations
We periodically seek feedback on matters affecting the commercial or recreational use of the tidal Thames.
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River events
A perfect venue
A list of forecasted river events held on the tidal River Thames between the estuary and Teddington.
Event code of conduct
The Port of London Authority’s events are designed to promote collaboration and co-operation, share ideas and learning, and to be enjoyable and positive experiences.
To help us do that, all attendees at PLA events are asked to adhere to our event Code of Conduct:
• Treat everyone with respect and dignity.
• Be tolerant, considerate, and collaborative.
• Co-operate with, and be respectful of, event staff.
• Be mindful of your surroundings and other participants.
• Do not take part in any demeaning, discriminatory or harassing behaviour, or introduce any unacceptable material or speech.
Guides for event organisers
Essential information if your organisation is planning events on the tidal Thames or the foreshore.
Detailed information from our Harbour Masters on criteria that every event must meet before it will be permitted.
Key information on protecting the tidal Thames and its wildlife during your event.
Information organisers should consider to keep attendees safe when holding gatherings near the Thames.
Events taking place on the tidal Thames and its foreshore must have a permit from the Port of London Authority.
British Ports Association Conference 2023
We proudly hosted #BPA2023
Friday morning's tour of the River Thames aboard Uber Boat by Thames Clippers' Earth Clipper marked the end of BPA 2023. Attendees were briefed on infrastructure projects supporting Thames Vision 2050, our strategy for creating the UK’s leading port, central to the nation’s economy, with Net Zero emissions.
We want to take this opportunity to reflect on the key concepts discussed at the 2023 British Ports Association Conference, hosted by the PLA, in partnership with DP World and Gallagher.
London: Port City
Thames Vision 2050
Destination Thames
The river is an iconic draw for people from near and far. We will nurture the Thames as a centre for travel, sport and culture.
