An ambitious and wide-ranging vision for a major regional development of Galway Harbour, which aims to transform the economic, social and cultural fabric of Galway City and the West of Ireland was launched yesterday (Wednesday ), kick starting an intensive six-week period of consultation with stakeholders and citizens.
Galway Outlines New Vision for Port & Says it Could be a Stage for Americas Cup
7th May 2021
Galway Harbour Development - (L-R) Conor O Dowd, CEO, Galway Harbour Company & Maurice O Gorman, Chairperson, Galway Harbour Company
The harbourmaster was commenting as the port outlined its vision for a new “urban quarter” with a dedicated cultural space, a “repurposed” inner basin and high rise waterfront residential development.
The “vision” unveiled by the port yesterday, involves development of some seven hectares (17 acres) of inner docklands for housing, commercial and recreational use.
The new vision for Galway Port sees high rise waterfront residential development
A substantial portion depends on Galway securing approval for its long-planned harbour extension.