Holyhead Port Closure Disrupts UK-Ireland Freight and Travel

Storm damage forces Holyhead Port to remain closed until mid-January, affecting key ferry routes and straining supply chains.

Holyhead Port in Anglesey, North Wales, was severely damaged during Storm Darragh and is not expected to reopen until January 15 at the earliest.
The closure has halted all ferry services between Dublin and Holyhead, impacting 1,200 daily freight crossings and millions of annual passengers, especially during the festive season.
Alternative ferry routes, including Dublin to Liverpool and Belfast to Cairnryan, have been established, but delays and logistical challenges persist.
Irish hauliers have warned of potential layoffs and business closures, urging governments to provide financial support, though decisions on aid will take time.
Both Irish and Welsh officials are collaborating with ferry operators and the UK government to secure additional routes and prioritize the restoration of Holyhead's operations.