It's being suggested for it's road and rail networks.
Portlaoise would be "very well situated" for a dry port, according to Laois Chamber Alliance.
Entrepreneur Harry Crosbie has suggested establishing the site in Portlaoise to free up land in Dublin.
He believes there should be central port based in the county.
CEO of Laois Chamber, Caroline Hofman says there are issues around congestion and accessibility in Dublin Port:
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