The review provides the framework within which an ambitious programme for the future development of the rail passenger and rail freight sector in Ireland can be developed and implemented. It lays the foundation on which we can improve the current railway system and from this plan a modern and highly efficient transport system for the benefit of this and future generations. The review will facilitate the introduction and development of more regular services, reliable timetables, improved and accurate information and a better level of comfort for customers. It envisages major increases in capacity and frequency of commuter services and promises to ensure savings of up to 40 minutes on journey times on the main inter-urban routes by 2008.