A train from Waterford cannot pass one going to Waterford at Rosslare Strand (not been possible since 1972)
Belview is freight only and is a siding
Rosslare Europort only has one platform (and only ever had one) but now does have a proper loop
Obviously in the future if investment is forthcoming extra loops can be provided or relocated to best meet timetable needs.
The ferry companies have a part to play, the train timetable has limitations and the timing of the daily commuter service is critical and it has to fit in with other services and the infrastructure limitations. If the proposed timetable is implemented it would be a very significant leap of faith, its not too much to expect that the ferry companies to show some flexibility in the crossing schedules talking +/- 15 minutes to make a difference.
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