Software Solution developed in Clare receives international recognition

Software Solution developed in Clare receives international recognition

A risk management software solution developed in Co. Clare, Ireland has been shortlisted for one of the most prestigious awards in its field. CalQRisk, a browser-based application created by Shannon-based SME LinkResQ, has been nominated in the “Risk Management Solution of the Year” category, at the Global Risk Awards. The awards, which are organised by…

Shannon welcomes significant  Delta Air Lines growth for Summer ‘16

Shannon welcomes significant Delta Air Lines growth for Summer ‘16

25% increase in Delta capacity for summer 2016 Shannon, Monday, 28 September 2015:  The announcement of the introduction of the larger wide-bodied Boeing 767-300 aircraft on Delta Air Lines’ JFK service summer service is a further endorsement of the growing demand for transatlantic seats into Shannon Airport and the popularity of the airport’s US pre-clearance…

Minister Nash publishes the Credit Guarantee (Amendment) Bill 2015

Minister Nash publishes the Credit Guarantee (Amendment) Bill 2015

16th September 2015 Minister for Business and Employment Ged Nash T.D. today (Wednesday, 16th September) published the Credit Guarantee (Amendment) Bill 2015, which aims to improve the uptake amongst SMEs of the credit guarantee scheme introduced in 2012. Announcing the publication of the Bill, Minister Nash said: “The Credit Guarantee Scheme, while being somewhat successful…

€21 million, phase-one redevelopment programme to create cutting-edge facilities at Shannon Free Zone

€21 million, phase-one redevelopment programme to create cutting-edge facilities at Shannon Free Zone

New and refurbished units will strengthen the hand of development agencies to attract major investment into the region Wednesday, 09 September 2015:  Shannon Group today confirmed the commencement of the €21 million first-phase of a major redevelopment programme at the Shannon Free Zone, which will significantly strengthen the hand of development agencies in attracting major…

Ulster Bank Wins Outstanding Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility Award

Ulster Bank has won the Outstanding Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award at the 2015 Chambers Ireland CSR Awards held in Dublin last night (03/09/15). The judging panel selected Ulster Bank for the sustained excellence of their CSR programmes.  The twelfth annual Awards were partnered by Business in the Community Ireland, run in association…

Minister Nash announces second round of ID2015 International Trade Fund

Minister Nash announces second round of ID2015 International Trade Fund

Irish Design 2015 open call to provide financial support to design-led Irish companies in participating in trade events overseas 3rd September, 2015 Minister for Business and Employment, Ged Nash TD, today announced an open call for the second round of the Irish Design 2015 (ID2015) International Trade Fund. The International Trade Fund, delivered by Irish…

Birmingham route commences tomorrow and sets summer into full swing at Shannon

Birmingham route commences tomorrow and sets summer into full swing at Shannon

Shannon Airport’s summer 2015 gets into full swing tomorrow, Thursday, with the commencement of Stobart Air’s six-times weekly service to Birmingham. The service, which will be operated under the Aer Lingus Regional brand and use the ATR 72-600, is the final addition to the summer schedule this year and brings to 35 the total number…

Shannon surge continues as May passenger numbers show 5% growth, including 18% increase across US services

Shannon Airport’s summer is off to a flying start with five percent growth achieved in passenger numbers last month compared to May 2014. The biggest growth market was the US, the highest spending market for inbound tourism, with an 18% increase across the airport’s US network, which has services to Boston, Chicago, JFK New York,…