GPS Marine Archives - Thames Green Scheme

Green recognition for Thames operators

Environment PLA20th April 202127th September 2021

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The first Thames Green Scheme accreditations, recognising vessel owners’ efforts to protect the environment, have been awarded to Kent-based GPS Marine and Jetstream Tours (20 April 2021). Launched by the Port of London Authority (PLA) last year, the initiative aims to help operators on the river in their work to […]

Thames operators’ use of greener fuels is accelerating

SeanG13th April 202121st April 2021

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An independent monitoring study commissioned by the Port of London Authority, shows the adoption of green fuels — hydro-treated vegetable oil (HVO) fuels, and gas to liquid (GTL), converted from natural gas — has significantly reduced emissions of particulate matter, compared to diesel, boosting air quality on the river. A […]