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\n To mark 20 years since its launch, we helped Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) compile a report showcasing the social, economic and environmental benefits that Luas, Dublin\u2019s light rail system, has brought to the city. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

On 30 June 2004, the launch of Luas brought trams back to Dublin city for the first time in 45 years. It was an instant success, surpassing the 20 million passenger trips forecast in its\u00a0opening year<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, 20 years later, the light rail transit network (LRT) has facilitated nearly half a billion<\/a> passenger trips \u2013 all with zero emissions at street level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To mark this milestone, we were commissioned by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) to write a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand report to quantify the many benefits Luas has brought to Dublin and the wider region.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Produced in collaboration with Transport for London Consulting, the Luas Benefits Report 2024<\/a> highlights the network\u2019s positive contribution to the city \u2013 and its alignment with national priorities<\/a> including sustainable mobility, compact growth and the transition to a low-carbon economy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A vital addition to Dublin\u2019s public transport network\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Luas (Irish for \u2018speed\u2019) comprises two main lines \u2013 Green and Red \u2013 which serve Dublin and its surrounding suburbs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since making its maiden journey along the Green Line from Sandyford to St Stephen\u2019s Green in 2004, the Luas network has expanded significantly. Today, it stretches 42.5 kilometres (26.4 miles) and serves 67 stops in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By integrating with other modes of transport \u2013 such as buses and heavy rail \u2013 Luas helps to ease traffic congestion in the city, reduces emissions and enhances connectivity (including to key employment centres). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Luas 2050 report represents our most recent Luas support with TII, our teams have a history of Luas engagements in the past two decades.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have delivered line extension assessments and feasibility studies (notably for Luas Finglas and Luas Lucan extensions), operations assessments, as well as business case and appraisal support.  In each case, we sought to enhance the reach, usability and operational benefits which Luas provides to residents and businesses of the Greater Dublin Area.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quantifying the benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Working with Transport for London Consulting, we collated and analysed the data across key areas such as ridership, environmental, economic and social impacts. We also conducted interviews with over 150 Luas passengers.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the information, we created a compelling narrative complemented by headline statistics and infographics to show the positive impact that the Luas network has had in its 20 years of operation, such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n