There are many ports around the coast of Ireland. Here is information about just a few of them.
Arklow
Arklow is a small port and ships longer than 82 metres
cannot use it at present. Larger ships will be able to use
it in the future.
Many fishing boats use the harbour and yachts often
visit.
General cargo is also handled there.
Unloading cargo at Arklow port.
Cork
Cork is Ireland’s gateway to Europe and is the fastest
growing container port. Ship repairs are also carried out
there. All kinds of cargo are handled and Cork is also a main site for storing
oil.
The deepwater port and Ringaskiddy can
accommodate the largest ships and Cork’s car ferry is
the most modern in the country.
Dublin
Dublin is Ireland’s premier port handling all kinds of cargo
including oil, grain, coal, bitumen, fertiliser and liquid
petroleum gases (LPG). Oil is also stored at the port.
Five ferry companies operate services to the UK every day.
In fact, over half the cargo coming to and going from the port
is carried in lories on the ships. This is called roll on- roll off.
Video Highlights
This clip shows 24 hours in Galway port. You can see the sun rising and ships entering the port. Watch as one cargo ship is loaded.
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