Gravesend Reach - Red Lion Wharf Works

Mariners are advised that, on or about Monday 10th March 2025, contractors instructed by the operators of Red Lion Wharf will commence works to remove damages piles from the structure. 

These works will involve diving operations, lifting operations, personnel working on the waterline and use of a crane barge and other vessels, including tugs and workboats.  

The works are expected to be complete no later than 30th June 2025, with operatives working on various days within this time, typically between 0700 and 1700, Monday to Friday only.  

The general location of the works is indicated by the red markings on the chart abstract below:

Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedures set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee (RY) displayed. International Code Flag ‘Alpha’ and the red flag specified in Thames Byelaw 33 are expected to be displayed in connection with diving activity.  

Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channels 68.