01/08/2011

Galway Harbour Redevelopment On Way

According to reports, the proposed €200 million redevelopment of Galway Harbour has received approval to proceed to a planning application submission stage.

Following a Pre-Application Consultation with An Bord Pleanála, the project has been deemed a strategic infrastructure development and a planning application is expected to be lodged with An Bord Pleanála in August 2011.

The development proposed by the Galway Harbour Company will include the redevelopment of Galway port and harbour and also the provision of new marine leisure facilities and cruise ship docking for 200 boats.

For further information: www.cisireland.com

(GK/BMcC)

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