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flag Ireland is buying 100 new energy-efficient trains to replace aging DART cars and boost capacity by 2030.

flag Ireland is investing €173.9 million to order 100 new energy-efficient rail carriages from Alstom to replace the original DART trains, which have served since 1984. flag The new fleet, part of a €500 million plan, will deliver 57 five-carriage trains by 2030, enhancing services on key coastal routes and doubling rail capacity in the Greater Dublin Area. flag The first 95 carriages will enter service in early 2027, with the remaining 90 by 2028. flag Upgrades include improved accessibility, CCTV, bike storage, and charging points. flag The project supports broader public transport goals under the National Development Plan, aiming to meet rising demand, with over 23 million passenger journeys recorded on the DART in 2025—the highest on record.

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