Shannon Chamber Golf Classic a Resounding Success at Shannon Golf Club
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Shannon Chamber Golf Classic a Resounding Success at Shannon Golf Club

Enjoying the atmosphere at the Shannon Chamber Golf Classic 2025 in Shannon Golf Club (from left): Leo Clancy, chief executive, Ei Electronics (anchor sponsor); Mike Corry,  general manager, Shannon Golf Club; Dr. Michael Guinee, chairman and former chief executive, Ei Electronics; Helen Downes, CEO and Mark Nolan, president, Shannon Chamber. Photo by Eamon Ward  …

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Shannon Chamber Welcomes Government Approval to Unlock €1.5 Billion in National Training Fund

Shannon Chamber welcomes the announcement by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, that he has received approval from Government  to draft legislation amending the National Training Fund (NTF) Act. This important step will enable the release of a €1.5 billion funding package for the tertiary education sector, announced…

UL bestows Honorary Doctorate of Engineering on Michael Guinee

UL bestows Honorary Doctorate of Engineering on Michael Guinee

The University of Limerick today (09/06/25)  honoured Michael Guinee, former CEO of Ei Electronics with an honorary Doctorate of Engineering in recognition of his immense legacy as an engineer, employer, entrepreneur, innovator and philanthropist in the Mid-West region. Under his leadership of over 35 years Ei Electronics has become one of Ireland’s largest and most…

Shannon Airport Welcomes Ryanair’s Addition of a 4th Based Aircraft for Winter ’25, US $400m investment, 20% growth & 3 new routes

Shannon Airport Welcomes Ryanair’s Addition of a 4th Based Aircraft for Winter ’25, US $400m investment, 20% growth & 3 new routes

Pictured at Shannon Airport today were L-R Ray Kelliher, Director of Route Development and Commercial Finance Ryanair, Santa Claus, Mary Considine, CEO The Shannon Airport Group, Jason McGuinness, Chief Commercial Officer Ryanair, Mariana Almagaro, Ryanair Crew, Maciek Gladys, Ryanair Crew, Ray O’Driscoll, Deputy CEO and Chief Commercial Officer The Shannon Airport Group, Lara Pereira, Ryanair…

To spray or not to spray in County Clare- think carefully and always consider the possibility to use pesticide alternatives

To spray or not to spray in County Clare- think carefully and always consider the possibility to use pesticide alternatives

The number of pesticide exceedances in public drinking water supplies in Ireland has decreased significantly since 2017, by more than 50%. Despite these improvements, there was a small increase in the number of exceedances detected last year by Uisce Éireann’s public water supply monitoring programme, with 66 exceedances detected in 2024 from over 34,000 analyses,…

Beyond Benefits: Embedding Employee Well-being as a Core Driver of Sustainable Performance in Irish Organisations

Beyond Benefits: Embedding Employee Well-being as a Core Driver of Sustainable Performance in Irish Organisations

Setting the Strategic Context For Irish businesses navigating today’s complex landscape, long-term growth and sustainable performance aren’t achieved by chance. They are the result of strategic choices. Increasingly, the evidence confirms that one of the most critical investments leaders can make is in the holistic well-being of their people. This isn’t about peripheral perks; it’s…

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…

Seasonal Surge: Shannon Airport Sees Strong Growth  in May Bank Holiday Passenger Numbers

Seasonal Surge: Shannon Airport Sees Strong Growth in May Bank Holiday Passenger Numbers

Over 53,000 passengers to travel through Shannon during a busy May bank holiday period, up 18% on 2024 Monday 28th April 2025: Shannon Airport will experience a significant increase in passenger traffic across this May bank holiday period, with over 53,000 passengers expected to pass through the airport, a rise of 18% compared to the same time…

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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…