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A new era of clean energy and smoother travel experience begins at Shannon Airport with the launch of its airfield solar farm and expanded terminal facilities

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(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport has taken a substantial step toward greener aviation operations with the launch of Ireland’s first solar PV farm built within an active airfield — a development expected to generate up to one-fifth of the airport’s electricity needs. The project, coupled with a newly expanded European… Read the full news article

A Record-Breaking Summer Ahead as Ryanair Grows Its Shannon Operations and Invests $400 Million in the Region

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(NEWS) DUBLIN, 2025-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair is set to elevate Shannon Airport’s connectivity to new heights with its Summer 2026 expansion, unveiling four new European routes — Rome, Warsaw, Poznan, and Madrid — alongside the introduction of a fourth based aircraft. The move represents a US$400 million investment and marks the airline’s biggest-ever… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Tops National Brand Index as Ireland’s Leading Airport for Third Year

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport has retained its status as Ireland’s number one airport brand for the third consecutive year in the 2025 RED C Brand Reaction Index, which assesses emotional brand connection among Irish consumers. The airport rose three places from last year, ranking 48th out of 176 brands and remaining the top-performing airport brand… Read the full news article

Ryanair Seeks 35 Cabin Crew for Shannon Base; Recruitment Events in Shannon and Limerick

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(IN SHORT) Ryanair is adding 35 cabin crew roles at its Shannon base to meet increased passenger demand. Recruitment events are scheduled for 15 July in Shannon and 16 July in Limerick, featuring company presentations, full assessments, and Q&A with current crew. Successful candidates will receive a €2,000 signing bonus, competitive pay, travel discounts, and… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Reignites Pan Am Glory with “Tracing the Transatlantic” Farewell Flight

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport hosted the final flight of “Tracing the Transatlantic,” a 12-day Pan American–themed journey culminating in a Pan Am–branded jet’s departure to New York—its first such flight from Shannon in over three decades. The all-business-class experience for 50 guests featured period-inspired service, authentic uniforms and an Irish coffee farewell. Shannon’s links to… Read the full news article

Ryanair Expands Shannon Operations with 4th Based Aircraft and Three New Winter Routes

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(IN SHORT) Ryanair’s announcement of a fourth based aircraft at Shannon Airport for Winter 2025/26 brings three new routes to Lapland, Madeira, and Madrid, alongside increased frequencies on six existing routes. This expansion contributes to 20% growth in traffic, with over 1.6 million Ryanair passengers expected annually. The US$400 million investment highlights Ryanair’s continued commitment… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Soars into Summer with Enhanced U.S. Flights, Offering More Than 325,000 Seats to Top Destinations

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport is expanding its summer transatlantic services with over 325,000 seats available on direct flights to the U.S., including Delta’s increased capacity on its New York-JFK route and United Airlines’ non-stop service to Chicago. The airport’s connectivity is bolstered by year-round services from Aer Lingus and United Airlines. The increase in flights… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Welcomes 14 New Security Officers Ahead of Busy Summer Season

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport has expanded its security team with fourteen new Airport Search Unit officers in preparation for the summer season. The recruits completed extensive training, including the use of advanced screening technology and essential security procedures. They will help ensure smooth and secure travel for passengers at Shannon Airport throughout the busy summer… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Welcomes TUI’s New Majorca Service, Adding 6,800 Seats This Summer

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport celebrates the launch of TUI’s new weekly service to Palma, Majorca, adding 6,800 seats for the summer season. The service will operate every Tuesday until September 2025 and marks the return of TUI’s Majorca route since 2019. This addition complements TUI’s existing flights to Lanzarote and Costa Dorada. (PRESS RELEASE) COUNTY… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Sees 18% Rise in Passengers for May Bank Holiday, Kicking Off a Busy Summer Season

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport expects over 53,000 passengers to travel through the airport during the May bank holiday period, representing an 18% increase compared to last year. This marks a strong start to the summer season with a wide range of popular destinations such as Madeira, Lanzarote, and several European city breaks. Shannon offers 36… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Gains Strong Political Backing as Oireachtas Group Pushes for Policy Reform and Regional Funding

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport Group CEO Mary Considine described the first meeting of the re-established Shannon Airport Oireachtas Group as “positive,” following a productive gathering of 24 cross-party representatives from Clare, Limerick, Galway, and Tipperary. The group, chaired by Cathal Crowe TD, reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Shannon Airport’s role in national policy and regional… Read the full news article

Ryanair Expands Shannon Service with New Madeira Route and More Flights for Summer 2025

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(IN SHORT) Ryanair has revealed its expanded Summer 2025 schedule for Shannon Airport, including a new route to Madeira and additional flights to eight popular destinations, such as Alicante, Edinburgh, and Krakow. The airline is also adding extra seats for the La Rochelle route in April for the European Rugby Champions Cup. This growth marks… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Reports Record Growth in 2023, Eyes Further Expansion

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“Ultimately, Shannon’s permanent inclusion in the Regional Airports Programme will deliver economic benefits for Ireland” says The Shannon Airport Group CEO Over €17m investment by The Shannon Airport Group across its Shannon Campus in 2023 (IN SHORT) Shannon Airport saw significant growth in 2023, welcoming over 1.95 million passengers, marking its best year since 2009…. Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Achieves Impressive 29% Passenger Growth in 2023, Bolstering Irish Economy

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Shannon Airport records impressive 29% growth in ‘23 welcoming over 1.95m passengers – best year since 2009   Ultimately, Shannon’s permanent inclusion in the Regional Airports Programme will deliver economic benefits for Ireland” says The Shannon Airport Group CEO   Over €17m investment by The Shannon Airport Group across its Shannon Campus in 2023 (IN… Read the full news article

Multi-Agency Emergency Training Exercise Successfully Concludes at Shannon Airport

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport has successfully completed a multi-agency emergency training exercise code-named “Exercise Charlie.” The two-hour scenario, which involved a cargo aircraft declaring a full emergency after a suspected hazardous cargo leak en route from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport to JFK airport in New York, aimed to assess the readiness of the airport… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Tops Recovery Charts Among Irish Airports, Reports Air Service One Analysis

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Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — An independent analysis by global aviation publication, Air Service One, reveals Shannon Airport is Ireland’s best recovered airport. The publication recently revealed that in the first nine months of 2023 (January to August) Shannon Airport recorded a 14 per cent increase on 2019 passenger numbers, and 5… Read the full news article

World’s Largest Private Collection of Diecast Model Aircraft Takes Flight at Shannon Airport’s New Aviation Gallery

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Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The second installment of a permanent exhibition containing the world’s largest private collection of diecast model aircraft officially opens at Shannon Airport. The new Aviation Gallery, situated in the airport terminal building opposite JJ Ruddle’s restaurant, is a magnificent exhibition open to the general public. It offers a captivating journey through the evolution of aviation, showcasing an… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Duty Free Launches ‘Curated’ Beauty, Living, and Wellness Area to Spotlight Irish Brands

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Over 100 Irish brands showcased at the world’s first Duty Free Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The sky’s the limit for Irish brands in Shannon Airport Duty Free’s new Beauty, Living and Wellness area. The store, which is the first and oldest Duty-Free shop in the world, has unveiled a brand-new area… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport anticipates its busiest Easter period yet with over 73,000 passengers expected to travel

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Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport is preparing for its busiest holiday period so far this year as over 73,000 passengers are egg-spected to hop on a plane from Shannon over Easter. The strong figures represent a 26 per cent increase in the number of passengers travelling through the airport when compared to same period last year, and beats pre-pandemic traffic for… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Unveils Ireland’s First Electric Medical Response Vehicle “Rescue 14”

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Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport has become the first Irish airport to take delivery of an electric Medical Response Vehicle. The vehicle, called “Rescue 14”, replaces its diesel-powered model and will be used for emergency medical responses that may arise at the airport. Rescue 14 is designed and built to similar specifications as the National Ambulance Service vehicles and is fully equipped with a defibrillator, stretcher,… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport welcomes Ryanair’s new Liverpool service from 26th March next year

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Bumper 27 Ryanair routes for Summer ‘23 from Shannon Airport  Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport received yet another boost today (12th December 2022) with the announcement of a new Liverpool service with Ryanair set to operate twice weekly on Fridays and Sundays from 26th March next year. This comes on top of the announcement less than three weeks ago of new Ryanair services… Read the full news article

Exhibition ‘Rineanna/Shannon, Time Past’ by renowned Clare-based artist Philip Brennan on display at Shannon Airport

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — A collection of paintings inspired by Shannon’s aviation history and biodiversity, has gone on display at Shannon Airport. The exhibition ‘Rineanna/Shannon, Time Past,’ by renowned Clare-based artist Philip Brennan, will run for six weeks in the airport’s transit lounge. The paintings, which were influenced by a collection of photos taken at the airport from the 1930s onwards, depicts aircraft from a by-gone era and the airport environs. Wings… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport welcomes Ryanair’s twice weekly services to Naples and Porto starting Summer ‘23

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Two new Mediterranean services have been secured by Shannon Airport to Naples and Porto with Ryanair. The two exciting new destinations to Naples in Italy, and Porto in Portugal, will begin operating from Shannon in Summer ‘23. The new twice weekly services will run on Wednesdays and Sundays for… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Group to host Charity Christmas Fashion show on November 17th at Dromoland Castle

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Nov-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Shannon Airport Group is taking to the fashion runway for a glamorous evening of style and Christmas sparkle hosted by Celia Holman Lee in aid of two worthy charities. The elegant evening will be held in the 5-star Dromoland Castle on November 17th  and aims to raise vital funds… Read the full news article

The Shannon Airport Group unveils range of initiatives as part of its new Sustainability Strategy

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Group to introduce a range of initiatives as part of sustainability commitments  Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Shannon Airport Group has today (11th October 2022) launched a new Sustainability Strategy which will act as a blueprint to achieve a more sustainable future for the Group, its people, and the community. Initiatives… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport and Ireland West Airport jointly shortlisted for the Age Friendly Transport Award

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport and Ireland West Airport have been shortlisted for a National Age Friendly Award. Both airports became the first airports in the world to be recognised as Age Friendly, endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), in June of this year. The airports have now jointly been shortlisted for the Age Friendly Transport Award which recognises the vital difference that availability to good… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport welcomes inaugural Vueling service to Paris

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — There was plenty of ‘Bonjour’ and ‘Bon Voyage’ as Shannon Airport staff welcomed the start of a brand-new service to Paris Orly with a new carrier, Vueling. The twice weekly service to Paris Orly Airport will operate on Mondays and Fridays from today. There was an air of excitement at the departures gate… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport welcomes new Airport Police and Fire Service recruits

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — There were celebrations today (04/04/2022) at Shannon Airport as nine new Firefighters joined the team. The Airport Police and Fire Service (APFS) recruits, who began their training in January, celebrated their passing out today in the company of their family and loved ones at the Shannon Airport… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport welcomes United Airlines’ daily nonstop seasonal service to New York/Newark

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines has today (28/03/2022) resumed its daily nonstop seasonal service between Shannon and New York/Newark. Today’s departure from Shannon Airport marks the first scheduled flight with United Airlines from Shannon since the end of October 2019 at the end of its seasonal service that year. The… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport announces 2022 summer schedule with flights to 26 destinations

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Mar-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Holiday options from Shannon Airport are receiving a boost with a bumper summer season in store at the airport which will see flights to 26 destinations with 108 weekly departures. The launch of Shannon Airport’s summer schedule is getting off to a flying start with four destinations to… Read the full news article