Dublin Port Company renews attempt to obtain permission to reclaim land

An Bord Pleanála turned down permission for a 52 acre infill at the eastern end of the north port area last year on environmental grounds, but the port has recently announced a period of public consultation on options to expand capacity.

The options include a refined expansion plan for the area refused by An Bord Pleanála, as well as reclaiming land at the South Docks at Poolbeg and infilling part of the existing north port area.

The company also says it needs deeper berths to cope with the increasing size of ships. It suggests dredging along the North Wall and rebuilding that quay to provide berths for cruise ships. It is also proposing to dredge the Alexandra Basin in the northern port area.