Luas tram damaged in Dublin riots still not back in service
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Luas tram damaged in Dublin riots still not back in service
"The operator of the tram service, Transdev Dublin Light Rail Ltd, reported a reduction in pre-tax losses from €9 million in 2022 to €3.53 million in 2023."
"A riot in Dublin led to tram #5037 being blocked and set on fire, causing severe damage that requires repairs scheduled for completion in 2026."
"Operating revenues increased by 13%, from €81.7 million to €92.38 million in 2023, contributing to a significant decrease in financial losses."
"Transdev highlighted a surge in weekend travel attributed to retail and leisure activities, reflecting strong public confidence in Luas's role in Dublin's transport."
Transdev Dublin Light Rail Ltd reported a reduction in pre-tax losses by 61% from €9 million in 2022 to €3.53 million in 2023, attributed to a 13% revenue increase. A riot in Dublin resulted in tram #5037 being set ablaze, with repairs scheduled for completion in 2026. The company experienced a record increase in passenger numbers, particularly on weekends, driven by retail and leisure activities. Another tram, #3003, remains out of service six years post-accident, with repairs expected to start in early 2024.
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