Luas services between Connolly and The Point restored

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has confirmed that Luas Red Line services between Connolly and The Point will resume on Friday 28 November.

This follows the successful completion of bridge reconstruction and extensive safety and repair works at Georges Dock, carried out after an explosion in August.

Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien said “I’d like to congratulate TII, Transdev, and the NTA in their role as funding Authority, in addition to the agencies, contractors and utility providers for all their collaboration and work to ensure the safe and timely return of Luas passenger services. I’m delighted to see the services reopening just in time for the busy Christmas season and thank passengers for their patience and understanding throughout this period.”

TII Chief Executive Lorcan O’Connor stated “this achievement reflects TII’s commitment to delivering safe, efficient transport infrastructure promptly.”

He also acknowledged the “strong collaboration and dedication” of all parties involved, which made it possible to restore passenger services within a short timeframe.

The MD of Transdev Dublin Light Rail, Ben Dwars said “we are delighted to see the completion of the Georges Dock bridge works and to reopen Luas Red Line services between Connolly and The Point. Having this section restored in time for the Christmas season is hugely welcome.

“I want to acknowledge the excellent partnership with Transport Infrastructure Ireland and all stakeholders involved. The way everyone pulled together ensured we reached this day safely and on schedule. We are very pleased to welcome our passengers back on board,” he said.

Anne Shaw, Chief Executive Officer at the NTA added, “the reopening of Luas Red Line services between Connolly and The Point demonstrates the commitment and collaboration of all partners in completing these complex works safely and efficiently. Restoring this key connection ahead of the busy Christmas season ensures passengers can continue to rely on Luas as a convenient and sustainable travel option. We are delighted to have this service back in operation and to see it playing its part in the wider Transport for Ireland (TFI) network.

Christmas and New Year Services

Night Luas trams will run until the early hours of the morning on both the Red and Green Lines on:

· Friday 12 December

· Saturday 13 December

· Friday 19 December

· Saturday 20 December

Services will finish at 8 pm on Christmas Eve, and Night Luas will also operate on Wednesday 31 December.

Night Luas trams will run in both directions, serving all stops on both lines. Full Christmas and New Year service details are available on Luas.ie.