Will there be more coastal protection measures delivered as part of the project?
The Projects are a railway infrastructure protection project and will focus on the railway corridor specifically and where this is impacted by coastal erosion and climate change effects.The scope of the Projects are to deliver coastal protection measures to protect the railway from further coastal erosion, coastal cliff instability and wave overtopping that will increase in frequency and severity as a result of climate change.
Under the National Development Plan, IÉ is currently undertaking a range of projects, as well as essential maintenance, right across our lines.
IÉ will continue to undertake routine maintenance and remedial works in key areas along the east coast rail line. To view a list of upcoming line improvement works and visit -
https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/news/irishrail-engineering-works
IÉ will engage and collaborate with key stakeholders such as the Office of Public Works, Environmental Protection Agency, Local Authorities and relevant Government Departments on wider coastal erosions protection projects along the east coast.