Digitalisation and AI skills are no longer optional – they are essential for business success

Digitalisation and AI skills are no longer optional – they are essential for business success

Mark Jordan, chief executive, Skillnet Ireland at the Shannon Chamber luncheon event with (from left): Trevor Rodgers, Atlantic Aviation Group; Maria Frost, Engine Lease Finance Corporation; Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber; Alan Kelly, Shannon Chamber Skillnet; Dr. Fiona Gilchrist, Jaquar Land Rover Ireland;  and Stephen Linnane, Element Six. Photograph by Eamon Ward Opportunities presented by…

The critical role and value of Research and Development (R&D) tax credits and grants emphasised at Shannon Chamber event
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The critical role and value of Research and Development (R&D) tax credits and grants emphasised at Shannon Chamber event

Ian Barrett, managing director, Care About You and a director of Shannon Chamber with (from left): John Bolger, director of engineering , Siemens EDA; Dr. Wassim Derguech, co-founder and chief operating officer, FMCI; Mark O’Sullivan, partner and head of R&D incentives, BDO; and Fiona Gilchrist, R&D site engineering lead, Jaguar Land Rover Ireland (Services) Ltd….

Businesses striving to make a difference should consider B Corp certification…Shannon Chamber seminar hears
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Businesses striving to make a difference should consider B Corp certification…Shannon Chamber seminar hears

Pictured at the B Corp presentation in Ei Electronics’ Centre of Excellence (from left): Peter Murphy, marketing and CSR, Ei Electronics; Daragh Anglim, head of impact, Broadlake; Claire MacEvilly, strategic advisor, B Lab Ireland; Sinead Murphy, head of sustainability, The Shannon Airport Group; John Burke, CEO, The Armada Hotel; and Julia McCarthy, Climeaction. Photograph by…

Ireland’s premier Lean and Continuous Improvement conference attracts over 500 delegates to TUS Limerick
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Ireland’s premier Lean and Continuous Improvement conference attracts over 500 delegates to TUS Limerick

Robert Hernan, chairperson, Lean Business Ireland (LBI), on left, pictured at the Enterprise Excellence conference held in TUS Limerick with (from left): Jennifer Stratton, chairperson, Mid-West Lean Network; Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber; and keynote speakers, Andrew Steele and Adam Davies, Airbus. Lean Business Ireland (LBI) hosted its annual Enterprise Excellence Conference 2025 at the…

Shannon Chamber Welcomes Increased Transatlantic Capacity
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Shannon Chamber Welcomes Increased Transatlantic Capacity

Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes has welcomed the announcement of additional seat capacity on transatlantic routes into and out of Shannon Airport. “The announcement that both Delta and United Airlines will offer additional capacity for the summer months to complement the existing choice available is most welcome. “Enhanced air access is a key enabler for…

New President Elected to Lead Shannon Chamber
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New President Elected to Lead Shannon Chamber

  Newly elected president of Shannon Chamber, Mark Nolan (front left), pictured with fellow directors (from row): Helen Downes and Eoin Gavin; (centre row): Ray O’Driscoll, The Shannon Airport Group, David Keating, Ei Electronics and Marlo Kearney, PPG Shannon; and (back from left): Colin MacDonald, Fine Grain Property, Eoin Hoctor, Eason Shannon; Kevin Thompstone, The…

Lean business processes at the heart of PPG’s success in Shannon
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Lean business processes at the heart of PPG’s success in Shannon

Gerry Cahill, global operations director for OLED and dyes with PPG; Marlo Kearney, operations director, PPG (left); and Jennifer Stratton, continuous improvement engineer, Cook Medical and Mid-West Lean Network chair, at PPG’s facility in Shannon Free Zone. Photograph by Eamon Ward Agility and adaptation have been at the heart of Pittsburgh Plate Glass (PPG’s) operations…

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A review of the current Trade situation

A new explainer document,  outlining the current situation regarding the international trade landscape, the evolving tariff environment, and the implications for Irish businesses, has been prepared by Chambers Ireland. This document highlights recent developments at the European Union level, including ongoing negotiations aimed at strengthening the EU’s trade relationships globally. It also explores potential risks…

Clare Chambers Welcome Appointment of new CEO of Clare County Council

Clare Chambers Welcome Appointment of new CEO of Clare County Council

The chief executives of Shannon and Ennis Chambers of Commerce, Helen Downes and Margaret O’Brien, welcome the appointment of Gordon Daly as Clare County Council’s new chief executive. Wishing him every success in this important leadership role for County Clare, both Chamber leaders said they look forward to working closely with Mr Daly and engaging…

Speed is of the essence in developing a floating offshore wind sector…Ireland is 5+ years behind and falling behind by the day…Mid-West seminar hears

Speed is of the essence in developing a floating offshore wind sector…Ireland is 5+ years behind and falling behind by the day…Mid-West seminar hears

Minister of State Timmy Dooley with Sean Lenihan, chair of Engineers Ireland, Thomond Region; Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber; and keynote speakers at the offshore wind energy seminar held in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Limerick (from left): Barry O’Sullivan, Úna Brosnan, Alice Whittaker, Barry Gavin, chair of Shannon Chamber’s Mid-West Sustainability Network, and Sheila Downes….