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Dublin completes rail upgrade

[ June 9, 2025   //   ]

Dublin Port and Irish Rail have completed a €9 million investment in the freight yard at North Wall. The facility will manage all rail freight operations during upcoming works on Alexandra Road, and creates additional capacity for potential future rail freight growth. 

The works on Alexandra Road, starting shortly and lasting around 18 months, will complete much-needed remedial upgrades to road and rail infrastructure, which has deteriorated in recent years, presenting operational and safety risks.

The Alexandra Road rail line will be future-proofed to accommodate higher axle-loads, with direct rail access into the port expected to resume in 2027 via the upgraded line. The project also includes a new HGV route, pedestrian and cycle path, and replacement of underground services.

Dublin says it is the most significant completed rail freight investment at any Irish port over the last decade.