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Shannon Airport has been given a timely Christmas boost following the allocation of €7.1 million in funding for the airport under the Regional Airports’ Programme. This multi-million Euro funding announcement was made by Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Jack Chambers TD. Welcoming the funding allocation, Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group said it demonstrates the Government’s commitment to supporting the region’s connectivity and the broader economic benefits this brings to the region. “This funding supported some of the vital safety and security operational costs of running Shannon Airport during 2023.” Commenting on the mid-term review of the Regional Airports’ Programme, which is due for completion shortly Ms Considine said the inclusion of Shannon Airport in the Regional Airports Programme over the past few years has been invaluable in supporting its efforts to grow air connectivity, which is so vital for the business and leisure industries across the West of Ireland. “The Shannon Airport Group are …
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