Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 July 2026
132. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport if he has assessed concerns raised by importers and freight operators regarding delays in cargo handling and collection times at Dublin Airport; whether any review has been undertaken of cargo operations and infrastructure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52979/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Department of Transport has engaged extensively with daa, cargo handlers, and freight forwarders through meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagement to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges affecting cargo operations and to identify potential solutions.
Following a stakeholder meeting convened by Department of Transport in February 2025, a number of recommendations were circulated based on feedback from industry participants. These focused on improving coordination, communication, and operational efficiency across the sector.
Air cargo is recognised as a strategic priority in the Programme for Government and remains a standing agenda item on the National Air Transport Facilitation Committee, chaired by the DoT, ensuring ongoing visibility and discussion of cargo-related issues within the wider airport facilitation framework.
In addition, The Department of Transport continues to engage with daa on longer-term cargo infrastructure requirements and has encouraged greater collaboration between the airport and cargo stakeholders to address current operational pressures.
