There have also been problems with the Foynes to Limerick line, a freight only line, which ceased operations in December 2000. Prior to that only three businesses had utilised the line and the rail service only generated £30,000 in the year 2000 making it highly unprofitable and unsustainable. It is obvious that kind of situation cannot continue. Iarnród Éireann is not even in a position to make the most of its current opportunities during the sugar beet season which lasts from October to December. Wexford Cement was forced to use the road system to transport its goods as Iarnród Éireann did not have the capacity or resources to operate both rail freight lines.