Figure 4.11: Aerial view of the Dunkettle Interchange. Source: Transport Infrastructure Ireland.
Water-based Transport
4.147 Upgrades to the Dunkettle interchange to a free flowing interchange have commenced. The development includes the following elements of infrastructure: • A series of direct road links between the N8, the N25 and the N40 and links to the R623 Regional Road in Little Island and Burys Bridge in Dunkettle; • 1 grade separated junction arrangement at the existing N25 to the east of the existing Dunkettle Interchange; • 4 roundabouts – 2 at the grade separated junction and 2 at tie-ins with the existing road network; • 52 structures of various forms; • Several culverts where the scheme crosses
4.149 The relocation of Port Facilities away from the City will free up significant landbanks for housing and employment and allow the creation of compact, vibrant urban neighbourhoods in Cork Docklands. This will be integral to the realisation of the significant population and housing ambitions for Cork contained in the National Planning Framework (NPF). 4.150 With the increase in land available due to the anticipated relocation of port operations, Cork City Council will consider measures to support water- based transport in the City and wider Cork harbour area in conjunction with the NTA and Cork County Council.
watercourses or intertidal areas; • Intelligent Transport Systems; • Pedestrian and cyclist facilities.
Cork Airport
Port of Cork
4.151 Cork International Airport is an important strategic asset to the City and an important economic driver for the wider Southern Region. It plays a key role in terms of access to the region from Britain and other destinations in Europe in particular. Successive statutory plans set out a framework for the operational area of Cork International Airport.
4.148 The Port of Cork is a port of national significance and a significant driver of economic development in the Cork region and this plan strongly supports the relocation of port facilities from South Docks and Tivoli to Ringaskiddy and other locations within Cork County.
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