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As the start of a new millenium the Port of Cork enters its
third official century. The Port of Cork has its legal origins in
several Acts of Parliament consolidating in 1820 with the
constitution of the Harbour Commissioners. 
The earliest town was marshy, its streets more like canal, its core huddled between the river's northern and southern channels and bisected by yet another. That town was walled, with castellated watch-towers and early maps show ships below the walls. For several hundred years the city spread only when there was enough money.
For most citizens the river is a scenic playground, providing pleasurable walks along such banks as Tivoli, the Lee Fields or the Marina, a focus for local rowing clubs. The ports policy of leisure being integrated with industry is reflected by a commemorative millenium project which takes the form of a garden beside the river at Tivoli. The Port of Cork is the key seaport in the south of Ireland and is one of only two Irish ports which service the requirements of all six shipping modes i.e. Lift-on Lift-off, Roll-on Roll-off, Liquid Bulk, Dry Bulk and Break Bulk and Cruise. The port has made impressive strides in recent decades. Since 1990 the Port of Cork has invested €79 million in new and improved facilities. Due to its favorable location on the south coast of Ireland and its modern deepwater facilities, the Port of Cork is ideally positioned for additional European trading as well as for yet unexploited direct deep sea shipping services. A well-developed road infrastructure eases the flow of traffic from and to the port. The Port of Cork’s growing reputation for quality service, including prompt and efficient vessel turnaround, ensures its position as a vital link in the global supply chain. Top
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