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Almost 950,000 passengers passed through Ireland West Airport in 2025
That's according to the Central Statistics Office, which shows it was the busiest year for Irish Airports since the survey began in 2013.
Apr 18, 2026 12:27
Passengers advised of disruption to local train service
Both lines include stops in the Shannonside region.
Mar 8, 2026 09:26
Ireland West Airport records busiest year to date
Close to 950,000 passengers have used the regional airport this year.
Jan 1, 2026 14:46
Two pedestrians killed in separate crashes in Kildare and Carlow
A man has died in a crash involving a bus on the N7, while another was killed in a collision in Borris.
Nov 2, 2025 08:28
Works continuing on new upgrades at Ireland West Airport
Head of marketing, Donal Healy, confirmed that works began earlier this month and are set to continue over the winter.
Dec 30, 2024 08:46
Aer Lingus passengers still facing disruption despite negotiation efforts
Aer Lingus has already accepted the recommendation which also includes changes to summer leave and overnight allowances.
Jul 9, 2024 07:39
Seat reservation issues the main cause of complaints on local rail lines
A breakdown of the figures reveals that the Dublin Hueston to Galway Route recorded twice the number of complaints as it's neighbouring line.
Jul 27, 2023 13:09
Ireland West airport welcomes 'game changer' flight from Heathrow
The new service should make Ireland West airport an even more attractive option for air passengers from this region
Mar 27, 2023 18:36
Athlone bus driver highlights impact of illegal parking
Motorists are causing serious health risks to commuters.
Dec 2, 2021 17:24
Passenger removed from train in Leitrim following alleged verbal abuse
The incident caused delays to passengers on Sunday
May 24, 2021 13:31
Irish Rail has confirmed two Dublin services for Longford passengers will be cancelled for a period of three weeks
Irish Rail has confirmed that two services serving Longford passengers will be cancelled for the next three weeks. The 05.38 Longford to Pearse and
Oct 24, 2020 08:27
Passengers down 75% at Ireland West Airport Knock
Passenger numbers at Ireland West Airport in Knock are down 75 per cent this year as a result of Covid-19. In a statement, the
Aug 5, 2020 13:37Shannonside Newsletter
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