Byelaws, Rules and Regulations governing navigation

Thames Byelaws 2012

The new Byelaws have been confirmed by the Secretary of State and came into effect on 1 July 2012. Hard copies are now available to purchase.

Click here for River Byelaw 9 - Drink or Drugs which remains in force following the introduction of Thames Byelaws 2012 on 1 July 2012.

Click here for associated guidance on some of these Byelaws.

General Directions for Navigation in the Port of London 2011

Rules and regulations covering navigation on the tidal River Thames

Pilotage Directions 2010

Rules and regulations concerning compulsory pilotage for certain vessels navigating the tidal River Thames

Amended version - October 2011 - amendments include:

Appendix 3 - Summary of Compulsory Pilotage

Appendix 4 - Summary of the Qualification Requirements for a Pilotage Exemption Certificate

Permanent Notice to Mariners 2011

All permanent Notices to Mariners in force

Dangerous Substances in Bulk Byelaws 1991 (as amended)

Rules and regulations covering the transport of dangerous substances on the tidal River Thames

Craft and Boat Registration and Regulation Byelaws 2000 (as amended) - Hard copies unavailable

Rules and regulations covering the licensing of certain classes of commercial vessels on the tidal River Thames

Amendment to the Craft and Boat Registration and Regulation Byelaws 2000

Schedule to the General Directions for Navigation in the Port of London - Hard copies unavailable

Information about the use and administration of Local Navigation Certificates

Notices to Mariners

Essential, up to date information and advice to those navigating in the port

Notices to Agents, Berths and Ship Operators

Dedicated Notices containing pertinent information of specific interest to Agents, Berth and Ship Operators