Accessibility Upgrade Completed at Maynooth Railway Station, Maynooth, Co. Kildare

Global Rail Services is delighted to announce the successful completion of a major accessibility upgrade at Maynooth Railway Station, officially opened on 11th December 2025. This milestone project supported by the Disability Users Group and the NTA, reflects Irish Rail’s commitment to creating an inclusive travel experience for all passengers.

What’s New?

• A new covered footbridge over the railway, featuring two 13 person lifts.
• Remedial works to Platforms 1 & 2.
• Redesign and marking of existing accessible car parking spaces adjacent to the station building.
• Upgrades to the lighting on the pedestrian walkways from Straffan Road.
• Improvements to accessible wayfinding signage and installation of tactile signage; including a tactile map at the station entrance.
• Provision of help points and induction loops, connecting to the existing public address system.
• Refurbishment of the existing disabled toilet.

These enhancements ensure safer, more convenient travel and demonstrate a continued focus on accessibility and network improvement.

Opening Ceremony Highlights

The official opening was led by Councillor Carmel Kelly (Kildare), who congratulated Irish Rail on its ongoing efforts to improve accessibility across the network.

Key attendees included:

• Mary Considine, CEO of Irish Rail
• James Lawless, Minister
• Members of the Irish Rail project team

During the event, Colin Grimes from Irish Rail praised Global Rail Services for delivering the project to an exceptionally high standard, despite the challenges posed by the busy station serving local colleges and commuters.

Commitment to Inclusivity

This achievement reinforces Global Rail Services’ dedication to quality, safety, and inclusivity in every project we deliver.

Learn more about our projects: https://www.theglobalinfrastructuregroup.com/global-rail-services/our-projects/

Read Irish Rail’s announcement: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/news/accessibility-upgrade-complete-at-maynooth-station

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