Port of Waterford has officially been granted a Maritime Area Consent (MAC) by MARA - the national body overseeing maritime area development rights. With this consent, it now means we can apply for permission to develop new port infrastructure.
What this means for the region:
✅ Waterford can be a national gateway for offshore wind logistics: The MAC positions the Port as a staging ground for projects like the Tonn Nua Offshore Wind Farm and future developments in the Celtic Sea.
✅ Job creation across maritime, engineering, and supply chain sectors: Local companies stand to benefit from construction, maintenance, and service contracts linked to offshore renewables.
✅ Infrastructure investment with long-term economic value: With consent secured, applications can advance for new port infrastructure to serve this growing industry.
✅ Climate and energy security leadership from the South East: Offshore wind is central to Ireland’s 2030 climate targets - and Waterford is now part of that solution.
The MAC marks a major milestone - not just for the Port, but for the entire region.
From trade to renewables, Waterford continues to adapt and lead after 1111 years as Ireland’s maritime gateway.