Why This Project Matters
Rosses Point’s strategic location, with its deep channel, makes it ideal for development. The proposed outer pontoon will provide a much needed boost to capacity, serving as a key piece of regional maritime infrastructure and boosting Sligo’s tourism appeal nationally and internationally.
Supporting Local Marine Activities
- Inclusive facilities for disabled persons and the local community.
- Enhanced commercial opportunities for fishermen and charter boat operators.
Boosting Tourism and the Economy
- Attracts investment and revitalizes Sligo’s dilapidated waterfront.
- Increases tourism, visitor spending, and local demand.
- Creates jobs in construction, hospitality, retail, and tourism services.
Enhancing Safety and Accessibility
- Modernises Sligo’s marine facilities in line with the Wild Atlantic Way.
- Provides a safe, sheltered stopping point between Donegal and Galway.
- Enables national and international sailing events.
This project offers a transformative opportunity for Sligo and the North West, driving economic growth, accessibility, and tourism development.