Holyhead Port in Wales, operated by Stena Line, is set to fully reopen for passenger and freight services following extensive disruptions caused by Storm Darragh, reports The Irish Independent. The severe weather, which struck in early December, reportedly damaged critical port infrastructure, leading to the cancellation of ferry operations just before the Christmas period.
According to the Irish press,the port’s Terminal 5 berth is scheduled to reopen on January 16, weather permitting, restoring service capacity to pre-storm levels.
Taoiseach Simon Harris, following discussions with Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan, welcomed the announcement of the partial reopening next Thursday.
“The First Minister and I acknowledged the intensive engagement between ministers, port and ferry operators, and industry on both sides over recent weeks to develop contingency arrangements,” Harris told the Irish Independent.
He emphasised the importance of continued cooperation to bolster sea connectivity between Ireland and Wales. Harris also welcomed the Welsh Government’s formation of a taskforce to ensure Holyhead Port can meet the future demands of both nations, including representation of Irish interests.