The Link September Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. Reach of the Thames near the site of London City Airport
  2. 3. Name of a bridge spanning the Thames, important for crossing between South and Central London near a palace
  3. 8. Historical practice of grouping ships together for protection during transit
  4. 9. Official responsible for overseeing the operations and safety of a port, with a key role in regulation
  5. 11. Structure spanning a river or waterway
  6. 12. Initiative led by the PLA to enhance environmental stewardship and reduce the ecological impact of port operations
  7. 13. PLA’s commitment to implementing rigorous safety protocols to protect both port workers and maritime traffic
Down
  1. 1. Type of spectrum used in radar systems to detect ships and obstacles
  2. 4. Geographical feature where a river meets the sea, significant in historical trade and port development
  3. 5. A waterfront platform where ships are loaded and unloaded, essential in dock operations
  4. 6. Alternative term for a port or haven
  5. 7. Specific part of a pier extending into water, historically used for docking large vessels and managing cargo
  6. 8. Heavy lifting device used in docks for loading and unloading cargo
  7. 10. Point in the Thames where the lower and middle river districts converge