PASSENGER numbers for the first six months of 2025 at Shannon Airport are above 1.04m which is an increase of seven percent for the same period last year.
Shannon Airport has started 2025 on a strong note with the seven percent jump for the first six months of the year.
CEO of the Shannon Airport Group, Mary Considine said the airport’s strategic importance must be recognised in the new National Aviation Policy. She stated, “As we continue to deliver strong growth and expand our international reach, it’s vital that the new National Aviation Policy recognises the strategic importance of Shannon Airport. With the right policy support, we can unlock even greater connectivity, drive regional economic development, and ensure balanced growth across the country”.
As a key international gateway for the Wild Atlantic Way and the entire island of Ireland, Shannon Airport continues to expand its offering.
Earlier this month, Ryanair announced the addition of a fourth based aircraft at Shannon, along with three new routes to Lapland, Madeira, and Madrid, and increased frequencies on six existing services. These developments are expected to further enhance connectivity and drive continued growth in the second half of the year.
Early growth so far in 2025 builds on a successful 2024, when Shannon Airport saw over 2.1 million passengers, the highest annual total in 15 years. The airport’s expanding network of 38 routes to 12 countries continues to attract both leisure and business travellers.
“We’re proud to see such strong growth in the first half of 2025. These results are a testament to the hard work of our team and our ongoing investment in infrastructure, sustainability, route development and our focus on customer excellence. Shannon Airport continues to deliver for the region and for Ireland,” Considine added.
To support this growth, the Group recently completed the addition of 1,000 new car parking spaces, a timely enhancement ahead of the busy summer season. This is part of a wider €30 million investment programme across Shannon Airport and the Shannon Airport Business Park.
Sustainability remains a key focus, with construction progressing on Ireland’s first solar PV farm on an airfield, which will provide up to 20% of the airport’s electricity needs – a pioneering step in green aviation.
Beyond the runway, The Shannon Airport Group’s economic impact is significant. The Shannon Campus is home to over 300 companies, employing 10,000 people, while the Group’s activities support more than 20,000 jobs nationwide and contribute nearly €4 billion to the Irish economy.
