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 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…
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…
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 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….
Shannon Chamber welcomes the announcement that planning permission has been granted to convert Phoenix House, the former Shannon Development building, into student accommodation. As stated by CEO, Helen Downes: “We sometimes forget that Shannon is a university town, with the Shannon College of Hotel Management educating 400 students in all aspects of hotel management. In…
Two marathons a day. 50 days. A mission to support young minds. While most people mark their 50th birthday with a celebration, Australian father and aviation entrepreneur Jason Williamson is doing something far more extreme – running 4,000km across one of the world’s toughest landscapes to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health. The…
TORONTO – The Canada Ireland Foundation (CIF) is pleased to announce that Helen Downes has been elected to the Foundation’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. Helen serves as Chief Executive of Shannon Chamber in Shannon, County Clare, Ireland. She has been instrumental in transforming the Chamber into a dynamic force for regional and economic development…
Whilst many details have yet to be announced on the full impact of US tariffs, Chambers Ireland has prepared an objective snapshot of what has been announced by both the EU and the US following the recent EU/US trade talks. Shannon Chamber will continue to update members are further details are forthcoming. Updates will be…
Date for your Diary: Saturday, 6 September 2025 The Clare Association Dublin’s annual awards recognise individuals who have made outstanding contributions in their respective fields while promoting the values and spirit of County Clare. This year’s recipients, Clare Person of the Year, Mary Considine, CEO of the Shannon Airport Group and Hall of Fame recipient,…
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