Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 March 2022
58. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Transport the number of new trains and carriages to be delivered each year from 2022 to 2030; the total cost of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13397/22]
View answerAs the Deputy is aware, in December Government issued approval in principle for the DART+ Programme. The DART+ Programme will double the rail capacity in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA) and will be the cornerstone of rail investment in the GDA for the coming years.
Government approval permitted Iarnród Éireann to enter into a ten-year procurement framework for new DART fleet and immediately purchase 95 new units. It is also expected that the delivery of 41 additional InterCity Railcars will commence later this year, allowing for enhanced services across the rail network when introduced into service in 2023.
In view of Iarnród Éireann's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply on the specifics requested. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
