The first-ever, high-capacity, electric, shore power station for vessels using the tidal Thames is due to come on stream next year, in a deal engineered by the Port of London Authority (PLA), it said on Monday (1 August).
A PLA loan will enable Net Zero Marine Services (NZMS) to install the first charging point at West India Pier, with another set to follow in central London.
Over the next six months, NZMS will be working with the UK Power Networks to extend the capital’s electricity supply infrastructure to the river.
Using renewable sources of electricity, the charging points will also be available to power other plant and equipment using the river.
Robin Mortimer, PLA chief executive, said: “Hopefully the first of many, these new charging points are set to be a game changer for the tidal Thames. They are another major step forward in our work to decarbonise the river and deliver Net Zero.”
“They also have the potential to help give the capital the edge over competitor ports around the world.”
“To thrive, the Thames must remain a working river and play its part in protecting the planet, creating a better quality of life for everyone.The two must and can go hand in hand.”
NZMS director, Miles Cole, said: “These shore power facilities can significantly reduce diesel consumption by the river’s fleet and cut greenhouse gas emissions.”
“They are essential for attracting more carbon-neutral, electric and hybrid vessels to the Thames, a fast-emerging market. They will play a key role in securing the continued prosperity of the river, benefiting all its users.”
The deal was brokered by the PLA’s head of commercial development, Glenda Frost, and head of legal, Ashleigh Evans.
Glenda Frost said: “All involved have come to this deal with a flexible, can-do approach.
“It will hopefully be a catalyst for further green investment in the future of the tidal Thames by businesses and users who depend on it for a living.”
Photo credit: Port of London Authority
Published: 4 August, 2022
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