Ennis 2040 DAC Acquires Former Ennis National School Site

23 September 2025: The site of the former Ennis Boys National School on the Kilrush Road, Ennis has been acquired by Ennis 2040 DAC. The strategically located c1.7ha (c4.2 acres) town centre site which has laid vacant since 2013 was purchased for €3.1 million, following an independent valuation. Welcoming the announcement Gerry Cahill, Chairperson of Ennis…

Continuous Improvement Delivers Transformation at Britvic Ireland
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Continuous Improvement Delivers Transformation at Britvic Ireland

  Kieran Stack, plant manager, Britvic Ireland Newcastle West (3rd left) pictured at the Mid-West Lean Network event with (from left): Robert Hernan, senior lean advisor, Enterprise Ireland; Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber and Trish Fuery, Ray Murphy and Rakshith Rakshith, Britvic Ireland Newcastle West.  A recent visit by Shannon Chamber’s Mid-West Lean Network to…

Mid-West Sustainability Network Launches Sustainability Week 2025
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Mid-West Sustainability Network Launches Sustainability Week 2025

Showcasing how sustainability drives competitiveness and long-term growth Sustainability Week 2025, hosted by the Mid-West Sustainability Network under the auspices of Shannon Chamber will take place from 22 to 25 September 2025. This dynamic week-long series of in-person events and online seminars will put the spotlight on sustainable business practice. The week kicks-off on Monday,…

In Memory of David Brown, former Director of Shannon Chamber of Commerce
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In Memory of David Brown, former Director of Shannon Chamber of Commerce

It was with deep sadness that we have learnt of the passing of David Brown, former Director of Shannon Chamber of Commerce. David joined the board of Shannon Chamber in December 2002 and resigned in December 2023 having given twenty-one years’ valuable service to overseeing the work of the Chamber along with his fellow directors….

MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú reaffirms commitment to Shannon Region with a focus on Regional Airports, Housing and Economic Growth
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MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú reaffirms commitment to Shannon Region with a focus on Regional Airports, Housing and Economic Growth

MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú pictured with Shannon Chamber president Mark Nolan and CEO Helen Downes. Photograph by Eamon Ward MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú has reaffirmed her commitment to championing the priorities of the Shannon region at a European level, following a recent meeting with Shannon Chamber. Issues discussed during the meeting included Shannon Airport’s eligibility…

Shannon Chamber Calls for Pro-Business, Regionally Balanced, and Climate-Smart Budget 2026
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Shannon Chamber Calls for Pro-Business, Regionally Balanced, and Climate-Smart Budget 2026

Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber presents the Chamber’s Pre-Budget 2026 submission to Paschal Donohoe TD, Minister for Finance and Jack Chambers TD, Minister for Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. Friday, 5 September 2025: Shannon Chamber presented its Pre-Budget 2026 Submission to Ministers Paschal Donohoe and Jack Chambers during a Chambers…

Uisce Éireann calls on consumers in Clare to sign up for free text alerts and stay informed as unprecedented programme of water infrastructure upgrades continues

Uisce Éireann calls on consumers in Clare to sign up for free text alerts and stay informed as unprecedented programme of water infrastructure upgrades continues

Join the 250,000+ customers already benefiting from real-time updates, including over 5,500 in Clare With hundreds of live projects across the country every day, almost two million homes and businesses could be availing of text alerts Don’t wait until an outage affects you—sign up today at water.ie and stay informed. Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Uisce Éireann is…

The Shannon Airport Group shortlisted for prestigious national sustainability award for biodiversity innovation

The Shannon Airport Group shortlisted for prestigious national sustainability award for biodiversity innovation

Friday 22nd August 2025: The Shannon Airport Group has been shortlisted in the ‘Environment & Biodiversity’ category of the national Chambers Ireland Sustainable Business Impact Awards, recognising its leadership in sustainability and groundbreaking work in biodiversity and conservation. The Group’s Biodiversity Enhancement and Conservation Grazing Project at Thady’s Hill is among the finalists in this category. This initiative,…

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Shannon Chamber Congratulates its Hospitality Members on their Success at the Irish Bar of the Year Awards 2025

With the tourism season in full swing, Shannon Chamber is proud to celebrate the achievements of two of its Bunratty-based members – JP Clarke’s and Durty Nelly’s – who were both recognised at this year’s prestigious Irish Bar of the Year Awards, held recently at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road. Both establishments earned Silver Awards…

Shannon Chamber Welcomes Mary Considine’s Appointment at Irish Rail CEO
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Shannon Chamber Welcomes Mary Considine’s Appointment at Irish Rail CEO

Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes has warmly welcomed the appointment of Mary Considine as chief executive of Irish Rail, describing it as a strong testament to her exceptional leadership during her six years at the helm of The Shannon Airport Group. “Mary’s impact on Shannon and the wider region has been enormous,” Ms Downes said….