Revenue seize fireworks worth over €2.2 million at Rosslare Europort
On 11/10/2026, Revenue officers at Rosslare Europort seized 1,123,200 fireworks.
The consignment was seized following routine profiling aimed at identifying restricted and prohibited products. The fireworks were discovered in an accompanied trailer that had disembarked a ferry from France. Both the trailer and the fireworks were seized.
The fireworks, branded Black Cat Bangers, have an estimated value of €2,246,400.
One male, aged in his 50's, was questioned in relation to the seizure.
Investigations are ongoing.
These routine operations are part of Revenue's ongoing work targeting smuggling and shadow economy activity. If businesses, or members of the public have any information, they can contact Revenue in confidence on Confidential Phone Number 1800 295 295.
[ENDS 13/10/2026]