Department of Education confirms 14,931 Ukrainian pupils currently enrolled in Irish schools

Department of Education confirms 14,931 Ukrainian pupils currently enrolled in Irish schools

Press Release 6 March 2023 Department of Education confirms 14,931 Ukrainian pupils currently enrolled in Irish schools The Department of Education can confirm that as of 1 March, 14,931 Ukrainian pupils have been enrolled in schools across Ireland. Out of that figure, 9,650 of these pupils have been accommodated in primary schools while 5,281 pupils…

Local Shannon business, Titan Solutions acquired by BioTouch

Local Shannon business, Titan Solutions acquired by BioTouch

  BioTouch™, a leading provider of outsourced medical supplies, kitting, and logistics services to the healthcare industry and portfolio company of Atlantic Street Capital (“ASC”), announced today that it has acquired Titan Solutions, a leading provider of logistics, kitting, and life sciences supply chain management solutions based in Shannon, Ireland. This acquisition will significantly expand the…

Western Development Commission launches new Report on travel trends in 35 rural towns

Western Development Commission launches new Report on travel trends in 35 rural towns

The Western Development Commission (WDC) launches a report titled ‘A Sustainable Mobility Index for Rural Towns in Ireland’s Western Region’ which provides a baseline of sustainable mobility in 35 rural towns in the Western Region.   Download A Sustainable Mobility Index for Rural Towns in Ireland’s Western Region   35 rural towns (population 1,500-10,000) in…

Shannon Airport is first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle

Shannon Airport is first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle

Airport is first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle   Shannon Airport is first Irish airport to take delivery of new electric Medical Response Vehicle    Tuesday 14th February 2023: 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.   …

Public Consultation on the draft Regional Water Resources Plan – North West (RWRP-NW) ends on 21 February 2023

People are reminded to send their feedback to Uisce Éireann 13 February 2023 – Uisce Éireann’s public consultation on the draft Regional Water Resources Plan – North West (RWRP-NW) is closing on 21 February 2023. The plan sets out options for providing a more secure, reliable and sustainable water supply for approximately 732,700  customers in the…

LGBTQ+ Matchmaking Festival “Find Love or friendship or both in Ireland.”

“Taking the online offline to find Love or friendship or both in Ireland.” “10 Years of Bringing People Together at The Outing Festival” Returns Valentine’s Weekend 10th-12th February 2023   Time to find Love or friendship or both as The Outing Festival Ireland returns on Valentine’s Weekend, 10th-12th February 2023, after a breakup because of Covid. We have had a breakup…

Climate Ready Academy hosts open session for businesses on sustainability upskilling courses this month

Climate Ready Academy hosts open session for businesses on sustainability upskilling courses this month

January 2023: The Climate Ready Academy is hosting an open session for businesses in Ireland interested in upskilling in the areas of sustainability and climate action in 2023. As we enter the new year, a challenge for businesses will be the development of skills and training to help the transition to a more sustainable future….

Lufthansa Technik announces further growth for Ireland

Lufthansa Technik announces further growth for Ireland

New facility and more new jobs for Shannon Company expands aircraft engine repair portfolio in Ireland Pix attached: Michael Malewski, CEO of Lufthansa Technik Turbine Shannon and Eileen Sharpe, IDA Ireland 16 January 2023: Lufthansa Technik Turbine Shannon (LTTS) has announced the further expansion of its business in Ireland with the opening of a new…

Public webinars on Uisce Éireann’s draft Regional Water Resources Plan for the North West region begin next week

Public webinars on Uisce Éireann’s draft Regional Water Resources Plan for the North West region begin next week

Public Consultation commenced 22 November 2022 and continues to 21 February 2023 We want to hear from you!  Meet our team at a public webinar and have your say on our plans to supply water in your area Wednesday January 11, 2023 – In November Uisce Éireann began a three-month public consultation on the draft…

Ministers Harris and Ryan announce €26 million to improve energy efficiency and support decarbonisation in higher education

Ministers Harris and Ryan announce €26 million to improve energy efficiency and support decarbonisation in higher education

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD and Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan TD today (Tuesday) announced funding of €26 million for the third call of the Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation Pathfinder Programme for the higher education sector.   This is a key climate action…