Tanáiste highlights potential of Shannon for mooted Amazon facility
*Tanáiste Leo Varadkar. Photograph: Martin Connolly Mooted plans of Amazon setting up a distribution facility in Shannon Airport have been backed by the Tánaiste.
Shannon Airport
Guarantees needed on long-term future of Shannon’s Heathrow slots
Confidence is low that Aer Lingus’ decision to shut their Shannon Airport base will be reversed which has prompted elected representatives to stress the importance of connectivity for the International Airport going forward.
‘Horrible’ treatment of Aer Lingus’ Shannon Airport workers condemned
*Photograph: Air Review Aer Lingus have been criticised for the “abysmal” manner in which it treated its workers at Shannon Airport.
County’s Government politicians urged to put party whip on the line to make a stand for Shannon Airport
Clare’s Government representatives have been urged to put their vote on the line by making a stand for Shannon Airport.
Alliance of Mayors press Government to guarantee strong Aer Lingus presence at Shannon Airport
An alliance of Mayors and Cathaoirligh in the Mid-West have appealed to the Government to ensure a strong Aer Lingus presence continues at Shannon Airport.
EOIN NEYLON: Mandatory hotel quarantine was nail in the coffin for Aer Lingus jobs in Shannon
*Photograph: Joe Buckley The EU travel scheme to allow international travel looks set to take effect in Ireland from mid-July, but this is scant consolation for the Aer Lingus (EI) Shannon staff.
Planned Shannon Airport rally cancelled
*Photograph: Joe Buckley A planned protest in the aftermath of Aer Lingus’ decision to shut its Shannon Airport cabin crew base has been cancelled.
Ryanair to resume Shannon Airport operations
Ryanair are to resume operations at Shannon Airport next month.
Time to approach O’Leary to make Shannon Airport Ryanair’s European hub
In the aftermath of Aer Lingus’ decision to close their base at Shannon Airport, an Ennis representative has said efforts need to be directed towards Ryanair.
Unusual aircraft carries out cross wind training at Shannon Airport
Cross wind training in the skies above Shannon Airport saw a rare sighting of the Airbus Beluga XL in Co Clare today (Thursday).