*Shannon Airport’s new fencing. Photograph: Joe Buckley

SHANNON AIRPORT has ramped up security measures following recent breaches of its perimeter fencing by protesters.

Upgrade works to the fencing perimeter at Shannon Airport began in May, this followed a rise in attempted breaches by protesters over recent months.

Planning permission for the upgrade had been granted in September. Also included in this application is the removal and upgrade of the facade to the eastern end of the main terminal building over two stories, reconfiguration of the existing airside personnel and passenger entrance/egress locations, hard and soft landscaping, with the provision of wayfinding and branding signage.

In a statement to The Clare Echo, a spokesperson for the Shannon Airport Group said of the fencing upgrade. “As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence, Shannon Airport is upgrading the airport’s perimeter fence with further enhancements planned.

“This enhancement is one of several proactive infrastructure improvements designed to align with evolving international aviation security guidelines and to support the long-term growth and resilience of our airport. We continuously assess and invest in our facilities to ensure a safe and secure environment for passengers, staff, and partners”.

Increased security measures at Shannon follows the arrests of three Pro-Palestinian protestors after they attempted to drive a van onto the runway by ramming through the fencing. The trio, all from Dublin, forced a disruption of an operations for an approximate hour at the international airport.

At the end of March, another three Pro-Palestine protestors were arrested after they tried to block US military planes at Shannon.

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