Current Dredging Operations

There are three main types of dredging operations within the Thames. These are:

• Water Injection Maintenance Dredging
• Trailing or Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger Maintenance Dredging
• Plough Maintenance Dredging.

Berth operators are responsible for the maintenance of their berths and approaches under the regulation of the PLA and in accordance with the Maintenance Dredging Framework. As such, details of these operations can be found on the 'Other Dredging Activities' page.

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