Long Reach - Navigator (Vopak) Jetty No. 2 Works

Mariners are advised that, on or after Monday 31st March 2025, contractors instructed by Navigator Terminals will commence works on Navigator (Vopak) Jetty No. 2.  

These works comprise repair and replacement of jetty fenders, and will involve lifting operations carried out from a crane barge alongside and personnel working on the waterline. In addition to the crane barge “RP BLACKWALL”, tugs, workboats and safety craft are expected to be in attendance. The chartlet below shows the general location of the works indicated by red markings:

These works are expected to be complete no later than 2nd May 2025, with operatives working between 0700 and 1700 on various days during this time around the routine operations at the jetty. 

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, with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee (RY)’ displayed (illustrated below).  

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