Dublin's Docklands Authority has invited expressions of interest for new water-based businesses on the River Liffey.
The authority says it is seeking projects to maximise the amenity potential of the Liffey as part of its River Regeneration Strategy.
It says it is "offering opportunities for ships, crafts and other vessels to be moored and based in the heart of Dublin to provide recreational and tourist facilities".
Possible ventures including hotels, restaurants, community/education facilities, retail/markets, and arts uses, and any other exciting, viable proposals will be considered.
Authority chief executive Paul Maloney said: "This part of Dublin used to be the centre of our maritime industry, and now we are putting out calls to bring some of that bustle and life back to the river."
The closing date for receipt of expressions of interest is 4pm on Friday, August 25th, 2006.