On 25th May 2024 the long-expected move of Light Vessel 93 from Royal Victoria Dock to King George V Dock within the Royal Docks complex took place.
The reason that LV93 (and the SS Robin) have both had to move from their position outside the Millennium Mills building is that the jetty at which they have been berthed is to be demolished to make way for the new Royal Victoria Dock low-level bridge, which is being built as part of the Silvertown Quays redevelopment.
On the day of the move the tugs HAVEN SUPPORTER & PUNISHER came down the Thames and through the KGV Lock before making their way to the LV93 where they waited until London City Airport closed for the afternoon so that they could make safe passage around to the KGV Dock.
The following gallery contains a selection of photographs of the later stages of the moved.
The vessel is part of the UK National Historic Fleet and more background information can be found here and has been for sale since late 2020 if you are interested!! (Details).
It is hoped that the vessel has a secure future but it remains to be seen where it might be moored as it seems unlikely that this will be within the Royal Docks other than as a dormant vessel in the KGV storage area.
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