This is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann. I understand from Iarnród Éireann that there are presently no rail freight activities at the North Esk rail freight depot. Iarnród Éireann have also informed me that while it is planned to disconnect the terminal as part of track and signalling upgrading on the Cork – Cobh line the depot can be re-connected at any stage in the future if viable rail freight traffic arises.
I also understand from Iarnród Éireann that three new stations are planned on the Cork – Midleton line at Midleton, Carrigtwohill and Dunkettle and that it is planned to provide 350, 220 and 400 car parking spaces at these stations respectively.