Shannon Airport

Shannon Airport lenses in on top photography with return of PPAI exhibition

Mark Condren, 2026 Press Photographer of the year, Clare photographers Eamon Ward and John Kelly pictured with Niall Kearns, Airport Director, Shannon Airport (centre) and Dan Linehan, President of Press Photographers Ireland as the Press Photographers of  Ireland exhibition opens at Shannon Airport. Photograph: Don Moloney.  FOR the second year in a row, Shannon Airport …

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Planning permission granted for taller telecoms mast at Shannon Airport 

PLANNING permission has been granted for a new 21-metre telecommunications mast at Shannon Airport, replacing an existing 15-metre structure.  Clare County Council has granted permission to Eircom Limited for the replacement monopole at the Eir Exchange within the Shannon Airport campus.  The new structure will carry antennas, dishes and associated telecommunications equipment, along with new …

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Shannon Airport fastest-growing major airport for third consecutive month

SHANNON AIRPORT was Ireland’s fastest-growing major airport for a third consecutive month in July, with passenger traffic increasing by almost 9% compared with the same month last year. Latest figures published by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) show Shannon recorded the strongest passenger growth among Ireland’s major airports during July. The airport had also …

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Shannon Airport shortlisted for major aviation industry award

SHANNON Airport has been shortlisted for a major aviation industry award after being named a finalist in the Under 5 Million Passengers category at the Routes World Awards 2026. The shortlist was announced this week by Routes, with Shannon recognised alongside airports from around the world. The Routes World Awards recognise airports and other organisations …

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Major aircraft maintenance facility proposed for Shannon Airport

A MAJOR new aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility has been proposed for Shannon Airport, with plans lodged for a new hangar building, staff accommodation and associated infrastructure. Wonderlight Ltd has submitted a planning application to Clare County Council for the development at Lindbergh Avenue and Earhart Avenue, Shannon Airport. The development would include the …

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