Dublin Airport | Ireland's National Hub
As the airport grows and the terminals continue to expand, the hub's integration with airport terminals involves seamless connectivity, ensuring that passengers can easily transition between air travel and ground transportation without hassle. This integration may include covered walkways, escalators, or shuttle services that connect terminals to the transport hub.
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Intermodal connectivity is crucial for allowing passengers to switch between different modes of transportation within the same facility. This may involve the integration of various transport modes, such as metro, rail, bus, taxi, bicycle parking and rental cars, with designated transfer points to facilitate smooth transitions.
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The creation of a 6 platform major rail station located under the Airport Campus, would serve the whole Island of Ireland through connections with Metro, DART and Island Rail services. All major towns and cities would be reachable within a 2.5 hour rail journey. This main station would also connect with the planned MetroLink and Clongriffin Spurs.
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Bus terminals within or adjacent to the hub offer connections to local and regional bus services. The Hub would provide convenient access to destinations across Dublin and Ireland, linking towns and cities with other major Transport Hubs.
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Designated areas for taxis and ridesharing services ensure convenient access for those who prefer or require door-to-door transportation. These areas may be strategically across the Hub and located near terminal exits, with digital signage or mobile apps providing information on available services and estimated wait times.
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Ample parking facilities accommodate passengers who drive to the airport or need short-term parking while utilizing other modes of transport. A total of 396 parking spots with electric vehicle charging stations. the basement of the Hub.
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Terminal facilities and amenities within the hub enhance the passenger experience. This includes comfortable waiting areas, restrooms, information desks, ticketing counters, luggage storage facilities, and a variety of retail outlets offering food, beverages, and travel essentials.
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Anticipating future transportation trends, the hub may incorporate infrastructure for emerging technologies such VTOL and Automatous Buses. This may involve dedicated lanes, charging stations, or designated pick-up/drop-off points for these advanced transport modes.
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The hub's layout and design prioritize efficiency and accessibility to enhance the passenger experience. This includes a spacious, open feel as to feel less constricting, clear signage, well-lit pathways, easy navigation for travelers with luggage or mobility challenges, and seamless connectivity between different transport modes.
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Hub and Shuttle Train, or HAST, an automatous people mover that would provide services both Landside and Airside to remove the need of checking out and back in for transferring passengers. This would connect Terminal 1 & 2 and scope for extension to a potential terminal 3.
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Implementation of sustainable practices aligns with environmental goals and reduces the hub's carbon footprint. This may involve energy-efficient lighting, waste management systems, renewable energy sources, green spaces, and initiatives to promote public transportation usage.
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As Dublin Airport heads towards reaching 40 PAX per year by 2030, it becomes more apparent that the airport will play a larger and more important role in the Island's economy. A significant upgrade to it's transport options and connectivity across the Island of Ireland has never been more important.
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