Rosslare Europort

What Rosslare Europort does

Rosslare Europort is a state-owned maritime port facility in southeast Ireland, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) as the designated Port Authority under the Irish government. Founded in 1906 and headquartered at Rosslare Harbour, Co. Wexford, the port functions as Ireland's leading gateway for direct roll-on/roll-off passenger (RoPax) and freight services to mainland Europe and the United Kingdom. It serves six named enterprise ferry operators (DFDS, Brittany Ferries, Stena Line, Irish Ferries, Finnlines, Neptune Lines) with 36 weekly sailings, handling approximately 636,000 passengers, 210,000 RoRo freight units, 515,710 tonnes of cargo, and 25,000 trade vehicles annually, and commands 41% of Ireland's RoRo market share. Its customer base spans freight hauliers, trade vehicle importers/exporters, cruise operators, and emerging offshore wind developers.

The port operates four RoRo berths (221m, 214m, 186m, plus Fisherman's Quay at 140m, all dredged to 7.2m), a bulk berth, and dedicated cruise facilities with three berths. It is currently deploying a "Smartport" digital infrastructure stack including vehicle recognition, trailer tracking, compound management, and automated check-in/out systems as part of a completed €350 million Infrastructure Masterplan. Adjacent investments include the newly opened Terminal 7 customs and Border Control Post (€230 million, funded via the EU Brexit Adjustment Reserve) developed with the Office of Public Works, the planned Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Hub (€220 million, 80-hectare site targeting up to 1GW of offshore wind capacity annually and 2,000 regional jobs), and the N25 access road upgrade. The ORE Hub is supported by Memoranda of Understanding with Bord na Móna and Ocean Winds (a 2022 joint venture), and cybersecurity training is being delivered with South East Technological University (SETU) for EU NIS2 Directive compliance.

Rosslare Europort's revenue model is built on transaction-based port authority services — berthing fees, freight handling charges, infrastructure access fees, and port charges listed in a published Port Charges Schedule and collected from ferry operators and freight companies under multi-year contracts. Consumer-facing revenue is generated through car parking (€1/hour to €700 annual pass) processed via the APCOA Connect digital platform. The port serves both freight and passenger markets with 24/7/365 operations, has recorded three consecutive record-breaking years (2022-2024), and is positioning itself as Ireland's post-Brexit compliant alternative to UK landbridge routing and as the national centre of excellence for offshore renewable energy infrastructure.

Name

Rosslare Europort

Legal name

Iarnród Éireann

Website

https://rosslareeuroport.ie

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Rosslare Europort is a state-owned Irish port operated by Iarnród Éireann that serves as Ireland's leading gateway for direct roll-on/roll-off passenger and freight services to mainland Europe, handling 636,000 passengers and 210,000 freight units annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Port Operations

NAICS

Port and Harbor Operations (488310), Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883), Deep Sea, Coastal, and Great Lakes Water Transportation (48311), Marine Cargo Handling (488320)

SIC

Transportation Services (4700), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Pilotage Authority & Dispatch Services (Pilot Stations, Rostering, VTS Interface) (TLAHAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Passenger Ro-Ro Ferries (Vehicle + Passenger) (THAIAJAF), Ro-Pax Ferry Operators (Passenger + Vehicle Ferries) (TLAFALAD), Finished Vehicle Ocean RoRo & Deep-Sea Vehicle Carriers (TLADAJAC)

Keywords

• Maritime port services
• Roll-on roll-off freight
• Passenger ferry terminal
• Trade vehicle handling
• Offshore renewable energy hub

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Port Authority Services: Rosslare Europort generates revenue through port authority services including vessel berthing, cargo handling, and port infrastructure access fees charged to ferry operators and freight companies.
2. Car Parking: Public parking services at the port with tiered pricing from hourly to annual passes.
3. Freight Handling: Revenue from handling roll-on/roll-off freight, bulk cargo, abnormal loads, trade vehicles, and offshore wind components.
4. Passenger Services: Revenue from passenger ferry services including ticket sales facilitation and passenger facilities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Rosslare Europort is a state-operated maritime port providing roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) freight handling, passenger ferry terminal services, trade vehicle processing, bulk and abnormal load handling, cruise vessel berthing, and offshore renewable energy support. It connects Ireland to the UK and continental Europe via 36 weekly sailings operated by partners including DFDS, Brittany Ferries, Stena Line, Irish Ferries, Finnlines, and Neptune Lines. Services are delivered through four RoRo berths, the new Terminal 7 customs facility, and a Smartport digital infrastructure.

Product overview

Rosslare Europort operates as a multi-service port facility providing Roll-on/Roll-off freight and passenger ferry services as its core offerings, connecting Ireland to the UK and continental Europe. The port infrastructure includes four RoRo berths with specialized linkspans, bulk handling capabilities, trade car facilities handling 25,000+ vehicles annually, and specialized offshore renewable energy services. Supporting services include Smartport Technology (digitization and automation systems), Terminal 7 customs infrastructure, car parking facilities, and cruise vessel services. The port serves multiple ferry operators including Stena Line, Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries, DFDS, Neptune Lines, and Finnlines. With 36 weekly sailings and €350 million in planned investments including an Offshore Renewable Energy Hub, the port is positioned as Ireland's leading gateway for direct RoPax services to Europe and a future center for offshore wind development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) Freight Services Specialized handling of roll-on/roll-off freight including trailers, trucks, and unaccompanied units with 92 RoRo departures weekly, 210,000 RoRo freight units annually, 24/7 service, and 12 Tugmaster vehicles for loading and unloading. Serves ferry operators and freight companies.
• Passenger Ferry Services Terminal and passenger handling services for ferry routes connecting Ireland to the UK and continental Europe, with 36 weekly sailings. Services cover Stena Line (Fishguard, Cherbourg), Irish Ferries (Pembroke), Brittany Ferries (Bilbao, Cherbourg, Le Havre), DFDS (Dunkirk), Neptune Lines (Santander, Le Havre, Southampton), and Finnlines (Zeebrugge).
• Trade Cars Services Import and export handling of over 25,000 trade vehicles annually with skilled workforce, 7-day release service, and 17,500 m² secure compound with CCTV surveillance. Targets automotive importers and exporters.
• Offshore Renewable Energy Services Specialized services for offshore wind industry including turbine component handling, assembly, maintenance, installation, and storage facilities. The port is positioned as Ireland's ORE Hub supporting wind farms in the Irish and Celtic Seas.
• Bulk Freight and Abnormal Loads Handling of bulk cargo including timber, wind turbines, agricultural products, generators, steel, and oversized abnormal loads with restrictions: max height 4.8m, width 3m, length 18.75m, weight 50 tonnes.
• Cruise Line Services Cruise vessel facilities with three berths capable of accommodating cruise ships, plus provision of security services, fresh water, and bus/rail facilities for disembarking passengers.
• Car Parking Facilities Parking services with over 50 spaces within 5 minutes of terminal, disabled parking, short-term drop-off (20 minutes free), and long-term parking rates from €1/hour to €700 annual pass. Managed via APCOA Connect.
• Berths and Linkspans Infrastructure Port infrastructure comprising four RoRo berths (Berth 1: 221m with two-tier linkspan at 90T upper/140T lower capacity, Berth 2: 214m, Berth 3: 186m) plus a 140m Fisherman's Quay bulk berth, all with 7.2m dredged depth.

Quantifiable outcome

• 41% of Ireland's RoRo market share
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• South East Technological University (SETU)supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2026SETU partnered with Iarnród Éireann to deliver cybersecurity training for offshore wind and maritime sectors, helping the port prepare for EU NIS2 Directive compliance and Ireland's Cyber Security Act.
• Bord na MónacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 June 2024Bord na Móna signed MoU with Rosslare Europort to develop port facilities for offshore wind energy projects. Part of a Joint Venture with Ocean Winds established in 2022 to accelerate Ireland's offshore wind ambitions.
• Ocean WindscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 June 2024Ocean Winds (joint venture with Bord na Móna) signed MoU to develop port infrastructure solutions for delivering offshore wind developments in Irish waters. Recognises Rosslare's strategic positioning within 60-100 nautical miles of planned offshore wind sites.
• Iarnród ÉireanncoreOthersIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) serves as the Port Authority for Rosslare Europort, providing oversight, strategic direction, and operational management of the port facilities.
• Office of Public Works (OPW)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOPW is developing the permanent Border Control Post at Rosslare Europort, essential for post-Brexit customs and border inspection requirements.
• DFDScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFDS operates the Rosslare-Dunkirk route with Regina Seaways, Optima Seaways, and Victoria Seaways vessels. Expanded capacity in 2025 with Victoria Seaways doubling cabin capacity and adding 10% freight lane metres.
• Brittany FerriescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrittany Ferries operates Rosslare-Cherbourg, Rosslare-Bilbao, and Rosslare-Le Havre routes. Expanded to daily services from October 2025, becoming the primary operator on the Rosslare-Cherbourg corridor.
• Stena LinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStena Line operates Rosslare-Fishguard (Stena Europe, Stena Horizon) and previously operated Rosslare-Cherbourg route.
• Irish FerriescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIrish Ferries operates Rosslare-Pembroke route with Blue Star 1 vessel, providing 2 daily sailings with capacity for 1500 passengers, 700 vehicles, and 100 RoRo units.
• FinnlinessupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinnlines operates Rosslare-Zeebrugge route with Finnwave and Finnpulp vessels, providing 3 sailings weekly with capacity for 292 RoRo units and 4,192 lane metres.
• Neptune LinessupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNeptune Lines operates trade vehicle and RoRo services to Santander, Le Havre, and Southampton with Neptune Dynamis and Aeglie vessels, handling 1,800 trade vehicles and 1,550 lane metres weekly.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Port of Bilbao: Spanish Atlantic port hosting Brittany Ferries' Rosslare-Bilbao route. Significant RoRo and break-bulk operator with comparable customer profile of ferry operators and freight forwarders.
• Port of Zeebrugge: Belgian port operated as part of Port of Antwerp-Bruges, hosting Finnlines' Rosslare-Zeebrugge RoRo service. Comparable RoRo-centric port authority serving short-sea European trade flows.
• Port of Holyhead: Major UK RoRo/RoPax port in Wales operated by Stena Line, serving the Irish Sea corridor. A direct counterparty on the Rosslare-Fishguard route and competing node for Ireland-UK freight flows.
• Port of Dunkirk: French port authority serving DFDS's Rosslare-Dunkirk RoPax route, among the deepest and fastest-growing RoRo hubs in northern France. Direct counterpart on the Ireland-France corridor.
• Port of Dover: UK's principal RoRo port for short-sea European ferry services, comparable in scale and customer mix (ferry operators, freight hauliers, passenger traffic). Operates as a port authority managing berths, terminals and customs infrastructure.
• Port of Fishguard: Welsh RoRo port operated by Stena Line on the Rosslare-Fishguard corridor. A direct sister-port to Rosslare for the same vessel deployments and same customer base.
• Port of Cork: Irish state-linked port authority providing RoRo, container, and bulk services from the south coast. Competes with Rosslare for trade vehicle and RoRo volumes and shares Ireland's national port policy framework.
• Dublin Port Company: State-owned port authority in Ireland operating the country's largest port, directly competing with Rosslare for RoRo, passenger ferry, and trade vehicle volumes on Ireland-UK and Ireland-EU routes. Both serve the same ferry operator customers and Irish hinterland.
• Port of Calais: French RoRo and RoPax port directly linked to UK ferry corridors. Operates the same landlord-port model with multiple ferry operator tenants (P&O, DFDS, Irish Ferries) and is the continental counterpart to Rosslare's UK-facing infrastructure.
• Port of Pembroke: Welsh port serving Irish Ferries' Rosslare-Pembroke route. Small-to-mid scale RoRo port with overlapping ferry operator customer relationships and similar short-sea European traffic profile.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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