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DART+ West Railway Order to be Lodged with An Bord Pleanála to Bring DART to Maynooth
The application for a Railway Order for DART+ West is set to be lodged later this week, Iarnród Éireann has said. The application will seek permission to extend the electrified DART network from Connolly/Spencer Dock area to west of Maynooth, Co Kildare and to M3 Parkway, Co. Meath. It is set to be the first...
Taximeter Program Approval: Cygnus MR400, MR500, MR500 View
The Taximeter Program Update list below shows which taximeters can now be programmed with the 2022 fare in advance of the commencement of the National Maximum Fare Order on 1st September. Pre-programming the taximeter ensures a seamless transition to the new Fare without any loss of trade for operators. This list will be frequently updated...
NTA Achieves Gold Cycle-Friendly Employer Accreditation
Ireland’s National Transport Authority is the latest employer to secure gold cycle-friendly status in recognition of the organisation’s commitment to cycling initiatives and facilities for employees. In achieving its gold cycle-friendly status, the NTA joins a community of European and Irish employers who are using cycling to improve staff well-being and contribute to national decarbonisation...
Guidelines for the Acceptance of Cashless Payments in Taxis
On 17 June last, the NTA Board approved the Small Public Service Vehicle (Cashless Payment Facility) Regulations in addition the increase of the National Maximum Taxi Fare by 12% weighted across popular journeys and the Premium and Standard Rates. The revised fare includes a 1% increase for the costs associated with providing a Cashless Payment...
Connecting Ireland Implementation Plan – 2022
The Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan is an ambitious programme of enhancements to create a more integrated, accessible and sustainable public transport network for rural Ireland. Currently in phase one, below is an overview of services that have gone into operation and are proposed to go into operation in 2022.
Minister Ryan Announces Transformative MetroLink Project
19.4 kilometres in length, 16 stations mostly underground, connecting North and South city Fully automated – the first of its kind in Ireland Trains every 3 minutes at peak time, system will be capable of carrying up to 20,000 passengers per hour in each direction Planning submission will be lodged this September The Minister for...
Waterford City Bikeshare Scheme Launched
Newly elected Mayor of Waterford City and County, Councillor John O’Leary officially launched the new Transport for Ireland (TFI) Bike Share Scheme at Arundel Square in the City. TFI Bikes is a self-service bike rental service, with stations conveniently located throughout Waterford City, making it easy to get around, whether it’s for commuting to work,...
NTA launches Taxi Driver Recruitment Campaign
The NTA is delighted to launch a nationwide taxi-driver recruitment campaign. The campaign has been officially launched today, and will run for a period of three weeks, with national and regional radio ads being broadcast, in addition to social media and digital radio advertising. Included in the campaign are some of the perks of the...
TFI Leap Cards to be Made Available in 2,500 Outlets Thanks to NTA/An Post Link-up
An Post awarded subcontract to supply TFI Leap retail services Travel card top-ups available in 2,500 Post office and PostPoint outlets TFI Leap win boosts local access to services Contract extends range of local services available through An Post TFI Leap Cards are to be made available in every post office across the country, thanks...