Postponed
Appointed as Minister of State at the Department of Transport with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports in January 2025, Seán Canney TD, is the driving force behind Ireland’s transport and logistics strategy, shaping policies and infrastructure that fuel trade, connectivity, and economic growth.
Having contributed to the Programme for Government and Budget 2026, Shannon Chamber is eager to hear how the Government plans to address the priorities that matter most to our members and the region, as outlined in both submissions.
We are delighted therefore to welcome Minister Canney to speak at our upcoming luncheon.
This is your chance to:
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Hear directly from the Minister on government initiatives impacting Ireland’s transport networks, ports, and logistics sector.
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Engage in discussion on policies influencing regional investment and business growth.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights, network with industry leaders, and stay ahead in Ireland’s rapidly evolving transport and logistics landscape.
Reserve your place today – spaces are limited!
Registration & networking is from 12.30 pm
Lunch starts at 1.00 pm
Price: Members €90.80/ Non-Members €102.15 (incl. VAT per ticket)
Booking: Please book online to secure your place.
Individual places can be booked via website. Tables of 8 or 10 can be reserved via website or via email to Lijana at lkizaite@shannonchamber.ie
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Minister of State Seán Canney, T.D.
Seán comes from rural Galway, where he was born on the family farm and is one of a family of seven. He is married to Geraldine, and they have three children. A Chartered Surveyor by profession, Seán is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS), a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building (FCIOB) and Ambassador for the Chartered Association of Building Engineers for Northern and Southern Ireland With over 30 years of experience in the private sector in Ireland, he also spent 9 years as a full-time lecturer at Atlantic Technical University, Galway campus until February 2016. Seán was an elected member of Galway County Council from 2004 until 2016 and served as Mayor of County Galway from 2007 to 2008. In February 2016, he was elected to Dáil Éireann for the constituency of Galway East, securing re-election in February 2020 and 2024. His ministerial roles include Minister of State in the Office of Public Works, with special responsibility for Flood Relief (May 2016 – June 2017). Assistant Government Chief Whip (2017 – 2018). Appointed Minister of State for Rural Affairs, Natural Resources & Digital Development (October 2018 – June 2020) Served as a member of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Disability Matters Committee and the Joint Oireachtas Budgetary Oversight Committee 2020 – 2024). In January 2025, Seán was appointed as a Minister of State attending Cabinet with responsibility for International and Road Transportation, Logistics, Rail and Ports.