EXPLORE Programme aims to increase Lifelong Learning rates, provide new opportunities for existing workforce Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development John Halligan T.D., today launched the EXPLORE programme, an innovative new initiative aimed at increasing participation rates in Lifelong Learning and offering an opportunity to upskill for those already in employment. The…
As a contributor to the Government’s National Planning Framework (NPF) and the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategies (RSES) in its own right and as a member of the Atlantic Economic Corridor (AEC), Shannon Chamber is looking forward to an address by the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy TD at its summer…
· Government committed to plan-led development of data centres in Ireland · Minister Humphreys highlights importance of taking a strategic approach · Balance to be struck between challenges and opportunities Dublin, Ireland, 7th June 2018 – The Government today (Thursday, June 7th) published a policy statement outlining Ireland’s commitment to taking a plan-led approach…
Maiden voyage into Doolin this morning as operations to the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher commence Fastest, largest and lowest emission vessel a major boost to local tourism Tuesday, 05 June 2018: The Aran Islands got closer today as the fastest and most eco-friendly passenger cruise ship to operate on the western seaboard sailed…
Tuesday, 05 June 2018: The attractiveness of Shannon Group’s International Aviation Services Centre (IASC) as an international cluster for the industry has been reflected by the decision of leading aircraft investment specialist and advisory firm Stratos to establish a base there. Stratos provides acquisition, re-marketing, advisory, capital raising services and portfolio servicing to airlines, lenders…
One of the first routes to offer Air Canada’s newest single-aisle aircraft the Boeing 737 MAX 8 SHANNON, 3 June 2018 – Air Canada inaugurated its non-stop seasonal service between Shannon and its Toronto hub, Toronto Pearson International Airport on Saturday 2 June with a celebration at Shannon Airport. The new route will be…
The Workplace Innovation Toolkit was today launched by Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD. It is a practical tool to help companies and their workforces identify where there is scope to improve their business and their work practices. This, in turn, will help them to become more resilient and more sustainable, enhance…
Pictured at the launch of Shannon Chamber’s 2018 Golf Classic (from left): Louise O’Hara, Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport; Helen Downes, CEO Shannon Chamber; John Sinnott, Ei Electronics; Damian Flaherty, Irish Life Health; Patricia Enright, lady captain, Shannon Golf Club; Niall Harris, Morgan McKinley, main sponsor; Jim O’Grady, captain and Pat McCarthy, president, Shannon…
Proposal will reduce administrative burden on Irish companies seeking to expand into EU markets Dublin, Ireland, May 28th Minister of State for Trade, Employment, Business, EU Digital Single Market and Data Protection, Pat Breen TD was in Brussels today to attend a meeting of EU Single Market and Industry Ministers to discuss a…
Applications are invited for the New Frontiers Phase 2 Entrepreneur Development Programme and will remain open until 12.00 noon Wednesday, 15th August 2018. If you have an innovative business idea and are planning to establish and run your own company, the New Frontiers Programme can provide you with help and support to accelerate your business…
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