Welcoming the announcement today (Monday 31st May 2010) by Aer Arann and Aer Lingus to launch four new routes from Shannon Airport to the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Bristol) from July 2010, Dr. Vincent Cunnane, Chief Executive, Shannon Development said:
“This announcement is extremely welcome in these challenging economic times and the decision by both airlines shows the appeal of Shannon and west of Ireland as a holiday and business destination.These new UK air services will provide a major boost for the Shannon Region tourism industry and Shannon International Airport, adding to the business and tourism connectivity of the Region. As the regional development agency and tourism authority for the Shannon Region, it will assist Shannon Development in our tourism promotional role. To support the new routes we will be launching a major marketing and promotions campaign to encourage UK visitors from Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Bristol, to holiday in the Shannon Region.”
Nandi O’Sullivan
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