Drogheda Port Company

16/06/2026

We had a great morning last Friday at Harbourville at our annual presentation event to mark the completion of the 2026 Drogheda Sail Training Voyages. Special thanks to our bursary co-sponsors Irish Cement, Boskalis, Louth County Council, East Terminals and to Sail Training Ireland for Youth Development & Maybe Sailing who make all this possible!⛵️⚓️🛟🙌

09/06/2026

Here we go again.....Another 12 inspiring teens sailing away from Drogheda yesterday.......adventures await!!⛵️⚓️🛟💙

05/06/2026

Trainee Group 1 are just berthing back in Drogheda after a wonderful 5 days at sea. They will certainly enjoy their home comforts tonight!!🪝⛵️⚓️👏

02/06/2026

Drogheda Sail Training Bursary Voyages 2026 ⛵️⚓️🛟
All aboard the tall ship MAYBE. The first trainees preparing to set sail from Drogheda yesterday. Have a great voyage!!!!!!

29/05/2026

Fast Lines’ newest vessel, Fast Anna Sofia, has made its inaugural call to Port of Drogheda on Wednesday, marking another milestone in the long-standing trading relationship between the Belgian shipping company and Drogheda Port.
The vessel is one of two new ships recently launched by Fast Lines in Antwerp and is named in honour of Scheers family member Anna Sophia. The investment represents a significant commitment by the company to the future of short-sea shipping and the continued strengthening of trade links between Belgium and Ireland.
To commemorate the vessel’s first visit, the Captain of Fast Anna Sofia, Capt Mirek Kieca, was presented with traditional gifts of bread, Oriel salt and Drogheda Port honey from the ports indigenous black honey bees — symbolic tokens of welcome and friendship.
Speaking on the occasion, Drogheda Port welcomed the continued investment by Fast Lines and highlighted the importance of the company’s regular services in supporting regional trade and connectivity.
The new vessels are expected to become regular visitors to Drogheda, transporting a wide range of break-bulk import and export cargoes and further enhancing the port’s role as a key hub for Irish and European trade.
The arrival of Fast Anna Sofia underlines the enduring partnership between Fast Lines and Drogheda Port and reflects growing confidence in the future of sustainable short-sea shipping services between Ireland and continental Europe.

29/04/2026

A powerful night at Droichead Arts Centre 🎶

The Julianstown Youth Orchestra joined SJ McArdle to bring Tidewaiter to life in a stunning orchestral reimagining — blending music, history, and storytelling inspired by Drogheda’s port. Months of collaboration, talent, and heart led to this unforgettable performance and video launch. A proud moment for these young musicians and a beautiful celebration of community and creativity.
Led by Lorcan Daly and Maia Matthews, with arrangement by Paul O’Brien, and brought to screen by Brian Connolly (Bang Bang Visuals), Breffni Holohan, and John McGovern — this was a true collaboration.

With thanks to Patricia Hegarty, Paul Fleming, and Droichead Director Colette Farrell for their support in making it all happen.
A proud celebration of young talent, creativity, and community.

22/04/2026

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A major step forward for rowing in Drogheda as Inver Colpa Rowing Club officially turned the sod on its new boathouse at the Marsh Road.

The new facility will support growing membership and help develop the next generation of rowers on the River Boyne.

Photo: Colin Bell photography

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17/04/2026

The Drogheda Port Bee hives are active and buzzing after a long winter. An Asian Hornet by-catch friendly trap has been placed with the hives to protect the native black Irish honey bees.
The Asian hornet, which has already been discovered in Ireland, is an invasive species that poses a serious threat to pollinators, especially honeybees.
A by-catch friendly trap is designed to reduce this unintended impact. The trap is carefully sized to allow smaller native insects to escape, while still capturing the larger Asian hornets.
Such selective trapping is particularly important in Ireland, where ecosystems are relatively intact but vulnerable to invasive species. Early detection and targeted control of the Asian hornet could prevent it from becoming established. By using by-catch friendly traps, Ireland can respond proactively protecting pollinators and maintaining ecological balance without causing unnecessary harm to native insect populations.
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17/04/2026

Adult places available in May!
Sail Training Ireland are delighted to announce that we have remaining places on our May Adult Sail Voyage on the TS Maybe.
The voyage is for 4 days, May 25th - May 28th 2026 and will start and finish in Dun Laoghaire, visiting a UK port in between. Anyone 18 and over can apply and the cost is €700 (accommodation and all meals included). There is no upper age limit.
Opportunities like this don't happen often and this could be your only chance this year to experience life on board the Maybe with us.
These places will fill fast, so don't delay, book today at this link
https://tri.ps/ZwwWV

24/02/2026

The conservation of the Drogheda North Lighthouse in Mornington has officially been completed after more than a decade of careful restoration. The restoration project was led by Drogheda Port Company, under the careful guidance of conservation architect Fergal McGirl and supported by Meath County Council through the Built Heritage Investment Scheme.

Built in 1842, this landmark is one of three lighthouses commissioned by the Drogheda Harbour Commissioners to guide vessels safely into the Port of Drogheda, serving as both a daytime landmark and a lighted beacon at night. Together, these structures form an important architectural group that has shaped the coastal landscape for generations.

Works included stabilising the historic structure, restoring the lantern and roof, and fully conserving the wrought-iron tower using traditional craftsmanship. Despite unprecedented delays caused by COVID-19, the project has now restored the lighthouse to a structurally secure and weather-tight condition, preserving this historic maritime landmark for years to come.
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Restoration of the East Lighthouse will begin later this year.