Córas Iompair Éireann (CIE), founded in 1945, has a strong tradition of technological advancement and infrastructural improvements. The CIE Group is organised into subsidiary operating companies, including Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, and DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit). These subsidiaries provide a public transport system that covers rail passenger and freight, and city and inter-city bus services for the Republic of Ireland. A good transport system is essential for the economy. The Irish Government's Smarter Travel policy document (2009) 1 identifies the need to provide a safe, comfortable, efficient and reliable transport system – a smart system that encourages people to use it. CIE is investing in infrastructure at all levels to improve the overall travel experience for

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