Use of other routes and haulage companies has seen backlog reduced from 500,000 to 150,000 parcels, says An Post
Parcels are being rerouted following the closure of Holyhead Port due to damage caused by Storm Darragh. Photograph: Francesca Jones/BloombergA backlog of 500,000 parcels destined for Irish customers caused by the closure of Holyhead Port due to damage caused byHowever, the backlog has been greatly reduced to 150,000 as other routes and haulage companies are working on ensuring the parcels are being redirected primarily through Rosslare Europort, Larne and Dublin Port.
“So what we are saying to people is check with your retailer and double check. Keep checking the tracking associated with it . The minute it arrives into us it will be delivered. Also check with customer services but a person should receive the parcel if it was ordered pre-Storm Darragh.” There is much speculation and differing options regarding the resumption date for ferry traffic through Holyhead, and that is now expected to be next Thursday, December 19th.
“Stena Line and Irish Ferries have now rerouted some of their largest cargo ships from Holyhead to these alternative ports. is actually moving now. We had a backlog of 500,000 but we actually received, overnight, over 350,000 parcels which we are currently sorting and will be getting out in the next 48 hours. This is not a problem for us at this time of year. It won’t be a problem for us,” Mr Bridgeman noted.
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