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RTÉ News
2 days ago
- Business
- RTÉ News
Shannon Airport expects 60k passengers over August Bank Holiday weekend
Shannon Airport is expecting 60,000 passengers over the upcoming August Bank Holiday weekend, up 10% on the same period last year. This reflects the airport's strong performance so far this year, with over one million passengers recorded in the first six months, up 7% on last year. "We're delighted to see such strong demand this August Bank Holiday period," said Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group. "The increase in passenger numbers is a clear sign that our investments in connectivity, infrastructure and customer experience are paying off. "Shannon is thriving, and we're proud to be playing a key role in supporting tourism and business across the region," she added. The airport is advising passengers travelling over the long weekend to arrive two hours before short-haul flights and three hours before long-haul departures. "It is also strongly advised to pre-book parking via ahead of what will be an exceptionally busy weekend," the airport said.
Irish Independent
22-07-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Three flights diverted to Shannon Airport in one day due to onboard medical emergencies
Today at 10:04 Three intercontinental flights diverted to Shannon Airport in County Clare on Monday, July 21, due to separate medical emergencies onboard. A spokesperson for The Shannon Airport Group has confirmed that American Airlines flight AA198, operating from JFK – New York to Milan Malpensa Airport, landed at Shannon at 6.33am. Shortly afterward, American Airlines flight AA326 travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, North Carolina, to Athens International Airport, arrived at 6.45am. Later that evening, flight SPM-637 on route from Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport to Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon off Newfoundland in Canada declared a medical emergency. The flight landed safely at 7.02pm. In all cases, the aircrafts were met by Shannon Airport Police and Fire Service together with members of the National Ambulance Service. The passengers requiring attention were transferred by ambulance to University Hospital Limerick. Flight AA198 to Milan resumed its journey at 8.52am, followed by flight AA326 to Athens at 9.56am, with flight SPM-637 departing at 8.23pm.
Sunday World
22-07-2025
- Health
- Sunday World
Three flights diverted to Shannon Airport in one day due to onboard medical emergencies
A spokesperson for The Shannon Airport Group has confirmed that American Airlines flight AA198, operating from JFK – New York to Milan Malpensa Airport, landed at Shannon at 6.33am Three intercontinental flights diverted to Shannon Airport in County Clare on Monday, July 21, due to separate medical emergencies onboard. A spokesperson for The Shannon Airport Group has confirmed that American Airlines flight AA198, operating from JFK – New York to Milan Malpensa Airport, landed at Shannon at 6.33am. Shortly afterward, American Airlines flight AA326 travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, North Carolina, to Athens International Airport, arrived at 6.45am. Later that evening, flight SPM-637 on route from Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport to Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon off Newfoundland in Canada declared a medical emergency. The flight landed safely at 7.02pm. In all cases, the aircrafts were met by Shannon Airport Police and Fire Service together with members of the National Ambulance Service. The passengers requiring attention were transferred by ambulance to University Hospital Limerick. Flight AA198 to Milan resumed its journey at 8.52am, followed by flight AA326 to Athens at 9.56am, with flight SPM-637 departing at 8.23pm. Shannon Airport's terminal building News in 90 Seconds - July 22nd
The Irish Sun
05-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Ryanair announces three new routes from busy Irish airport to top Spain locations where it's mild in winter
RYANAIR has announced three new routes from a major Irish airport that will take off this winter. The budget airline has revealed an additional €100million 3 CEO of The Shannon Airport Group Mary Considine, Chief Commercial Officer Ryanair, Jason McGuinness, with Ryanair Crew members Mariana Almagaro, Maciek Gladys and Lara Pereira, Ryanair Crew with Santa Claus Credit: Arthur Ellis 3 The investment will come in the form of a new 'game-changer' aircraft Credit: Getty Images - Getty This will come in the form of a new 'game-changer' aircraft, which will be its fourth. Alongside this, Irish As part of the airline's winter 2025-2026 plan, jetsetters can now fly from the busy airport to three popular destinations. You can now add READ MORE IN TRAVEL During the winter months, temperatures in Madeira can reach up to 13C, while Madrid remains around 10C. It is expected that this announcement will see a rise of 100,000 passengers. It will also support over 1,500 local Ryanair will also increase flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante, Edinburgh, Krakow, Lanzarote, Manchester, and Wrocław. Most read in News Travel This marks a 20 per cent growth for the Dublin Airport issue 'simple' reminder to passengers going through security ahead of busy season in hilarious video Speaking at the announcement yesterday, "We will be growing our Shannon capacity by 20%, adding three new routes to Madrid, Madeira and Lapland – I think Lapland is going to be very popular with the "We're also increasing frequencies on six other popular routes here from Shannon. "Just to put it in perspective, the Ryanair network in its totality is growing by 3 per cent this year, so Shannon is doing exceptionally well growing at 20 per cent. So very good news for Shannon, very good news for the Midwest. "Today is a continuation of Ryanair's commitment to growth in regional Ireland. We've doubled the amount of seats we're offering in regional Ireland, pre- and post-Covid." CEO of the Shannon Airport Group, Mary Considine, said the Group is delighted. She said: "We're delighted to have Ryanair here today to announce their winter schedule. CELEBRATORY SALE "Ryanair has announced this morning a new route to Madrid, which is a really important hub airport, as well as Madeira going through the winter and Lapland. "It's great to have that service for "So, we're delighted with those announcements, but moreover, I think it's in line with our own strategy to grow throughput through Shannon and to really maximise the use of this vital piece of strategic infrastructure for the state." She added that the Lapland market is very important across the winter season. Speaking about the opportunities it presents for families, she said: "It's an opportunity for families that want to go to Lapland and visit Santa, but it's also a really popular tourist destination for things like skiing as well. "And you would hope that people come into Ireland from "I think it's very exciting, it's a new destination, and I think it'll be very popular." To celebrate the announcement, the airline has launched a two-day sale with seats starting from €29.99. 3 There will be three new routes introduced Credit: Arthur Ellis
The Irish Sun
05-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Ryanair announces three new routes from busy Irish airport to top Spain locations where it's 13C in winter
RYANAIR has announced three new routes from a major Irish airport that will take off this winter. The budget airline has revealed an additional €100million 3 CEO of The Shannon Airport Group Mary Considine, Chief Commercial Officer Ryanair, Jason McGuinness, with Ryanair Crew members Mariana Almagaro, Maciek Gladys and Lara Pereira, Ryanair Crew with Santa Claus Credit: Arthur Ellis 3 The investment will come in the form of a new 'game-changer' aircraft Credit: Getty Images - Getty This will come in the form of a new 'game-changer' aircraft, which will be its fourth. Alongside this, Irish As part of the airline's winter 2025-2026 plan, jetsetters can now fly from the busy airport to three popular destinations. You can now add READ MORE IN TRAVEL During the winter months, temperatures in Madeira can reach up to 13C, while Madrid remains around 10C. It is expected that this announcement will see a rise of 100,000 passengers. It will also support over 1,500 local Ryanair will also increase flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante, Edinburgh, Krakow, Lanzarote, Manchester, and Wrocław. Most read in News Travel This marks a 20 per cent growth for the Dublin Airport issue 'simple' reminder to passengers going through security ahead of busy season in hilarious video Speaking at the announcement yesterday, "We will be growing our Shannon capacity by 20%, adding three new routes to Madrid, Madeira and Lapland – I think Lapland is going to be very popular with the "We're also increasing frequencies on six other popular routes here from Shannon. "Just to put it in perspective, the Ryanair network in its totality is growing by 3 per cent this year, so Shannon is doing exceptionally well growing at 20 per cent. So very good news for Shannon, very good news for the Midwest. "Today is a continuation of Ryanair's commitment to growth in regional Ireland. We've doubled the amount of seats we're offering in regional Ireland, pre- and post-Covid." CEO of the Shannon Airport Group, Mary Considine, said the Group is delighted. She said: "We're delighted to have Ryanair here today to announce their winter schedule. CELEBRATORY SALE "Ryanair has announced this morning a new route to Madrid, which is a really important hub airport, as well as Madeira going through the winter and Lapland. "It's great to have that service for "So, we're delighted with those announcements, but moreover, I think it's in line with our own strategy to grow throughput through Shannon and to really maximise the use of this vital piece of strategic infrastructure for the state." She added that the Lapland market is very important across the winter season. Speaking about the opportunities it presents for families, she said: "It's an opportunity for families that want to go to Lapland and visit Santa, but it's also a really popular tourist destination for things like skiing as well. "And you would hope that people come into Ireland from "I think it's very exciting, it's a new destination, and I think it'll be very popular." To celebrate the announcement, the airline has launched a two-day sale with seats starting from €29.99. 3 There will be three new routes introduced Credit: Arthur Ellis
