Current Investigations

InvestigatingThis means an investigation is being carried out which will lead to a published investigation report.

ConsultingWhen an investigation is largely complete, a draft copy of the report is sent to relevant stakeholder for comment; this process can take some time.
DelayedSometimes an investigation can take longer than usual, in such cases we release an interim statement.
Date Description U/SAN Status
01/07/2025 IÉ overspeeding of a test train (new Battery Electric Multiple Unit) through crossover points in a possession

Note: This investigation is ongoing and expected to be published in the first quater of 2027.

 Delayed
08/02/2025 IÉ signal passed at danger without authority near Mallow

Note: This investigation is ongoing and expected to be published by the end of 2026.

 Delayed
24/11/2024 IÉ cardan shaft detachment from an intercity railcar, between Templemore and Ballybrophy

Awaiting information from stakeholders.

 Delayed
10/09/2024 IÉ collision between a road rail vehicle and a member of IÉ staff, North Esk, Co. Cork

This report is delayed as the scope of the investigation has been expanded to include further investigation into how IÉ implement their duties under the Construction Regulations (2013).

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12/06/2024 IÉ derailment of a road rail vehicle (excavator), near Ballycollin, Co. Offaly

This report is delayed as the scope of the investigation has been expanded to include further investigation into how IÉ implement their duties under the Construction Regulations (2013).

 Delayed
08/03/2024 IÉ collision between two road rail vehicles, on the Athenry to Galway line

This report is delayed as the scope of the investigation has been expanded to include further investigation into how IÉ implement their duties under the Construction Regulations (2013). It will be published with conjunction with the investigation report into the accident at Ballycollin.

 Delayed