A new chapter: Minister Lawless launches historic University of Limerick medicine programme, Ireland’s first new undergraduate medical degree since 1854

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A new chapter: Minister Lawless launches historic University of Limerick medicine programme, Ireland’s first new undergraduate medical degree since 1854
BySamantha September 11, 2026

UL President Professor Shane Kilcommins, Professor Deirdre McGrath, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Education and Health Sciences UL, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD, Professor Colum Dunne, Head of School of Medicine, UL, Professor Ann Ledwith Interim Provost and Deputy President UL. Minister for Further and Higher…

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Ei Electronics Acquires Leading Design, Print & Packaging Supplier CUBE
Bydymphnaocallaghan September 10, 2026September 10, 2026

Pictured at the announcement of the acquisition; James Maloney, CUBE Financial Controller, David O’ Shea, Head of Corporate Development, Ei Electronics, Brendan Ring, CUBE Founder, Leo Clancy, Group CEO, Ei Electronics, TJ Ryan, CUBE Sales Director, Bill Doran, Head of Sustainability and Supply Chain, Ei Electronics. Ei Electronics today announced the acquisition of Limerick-based Company…

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Member Feedback Requested: Procurement Challenges
Bysdownes September 7, 2026September 8, 2026

Shannon Chamber is seeking feedback from members on the challenges businesses are currently experiencing in relation to public procurement. Chambers Ireland is gathering information from businesses across the country to better understand the practical issues companies are encountering when engaging with procurement processes. We would be particularly interested to hear from Shannon Chamber members who…

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Shannon Airport Announces Enhancement to Hand Luggage Rules 100ml Liquid Limit No Longer Applies
BySamantha September 7, 2026

Pictured is Shannon Airport Screening Supervisor Rebecca Gubbins. Monday 7th September 2026: Passengers departing from Shannon Airport can now bring liquids, aerosols and gels in containers up to two litres in their hand luggage. This replaces the previous 100ml restriction, following enhancements to security screening processes announced today. The change, which is now in effect, comes following…

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Shannon and Barbados to explore opportunities for business and collaboration
Bydymphnaocallaghan September 1, 2026

H.E. Cleviston Haynes, Ambassador of Barbados to Ireland (2nd left front) is pictured at Shannon Airport House with Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, Cllr. Joe Kileen, Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber (left), Gurmukh Neote, BBnet (right), members of the delegation and Shannon Chamber member companies. Photograph by Eamon Ward Ambassadorial visit highlights potential for greater…

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Shannon Gateway Projects investment in Shannon will be transformational for the town ….says Shannon Chamber CEO
Bydymphnaocallaghan September 1, 2026September 2, 2026

Shannon Chamber has welcomed the announcement that Shannon Gateway Projects has acquired a significant 20-acre town centre site in Shannon Town describing it as having the potential to be genuinely transformational for Shannon. Chamber CEO Helen Downes said that, for many years, the Chamber has consistently highlighted the need for Shannon to be developed to…

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Landmark Town Centre Site Acquired to Help Shape the Future of Shannon
Bydymphnaocallaghan September 1, 2026September 2, 2026

Shannon Gateway Projects (SGP) has announced the acquisition of a significant 20-acre town centre site, representing a major investment in the long-term future of Shannon. SGP has been established by Michael Guinee, Chairman and Founder of Ei Electronics, one of Irelands most successful indigenous manufacturing companies, which is based in Shannon. The acquisition has been…

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Shannon Aviation Museum a facility of which Shannon can be extremely proud
Bydymphnaocallaghan August 28, 2026August 31, 2026

Pictured at the official opening of the Eddie Ryan Memorial Wing (l-r) Gerry Murphy, Brigadier General Irish Air Corps Rory O’Connor, Cathaoirleach Joe Kileen, Secretary General Department of Defence Jacqui McCrum, Gordon Daly CEO Clare County Council, Philomena Ryan, Geraldine Ryan, Michael Guinee, Derek Barrett CEO Michael Guinee Charitable Foundation, Jane Magill Museum Chair, Peter…

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New Dr Brendan O’Regan Centre in Bunratty Folk Park proving popular with visitors
Bydymphnaocallaghan August 25, 2026August 25, 2026

Taking a front-row seat to learn more about the life and legacy of Dr Brendan O’Regan are Mick Guinee, founder and chairman, Ei Electronics; Marlo Kearney, operations manager, PPG and vice-president, Shannon Chamber; and Gordon Daly, CEO, Clare County Council, during a recent visit to the newly opened Dr Brendan O’Regan Centre at Bunratty…

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Transport investment critical to regional competitiveness, business groups tell Government
Bydymphnaocallaghan August 10, 2026

Karen Ronan Galway Chamber (CEO) , Shannon Chamber President, Helen Downes, and Sean Golden Limerick Chamber pictured as Galway Chamber, Shannon Chamber and Limerick Chamber are working together to strengthen a shared regional economy. Pic. Brian Arthur Three of the largest business organisations in the west of Ireland have called on the Government to fast-track…

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