![]() ![]() Today’s flight marks the beginning of our major transatlantic expansion in 2014. The increased frequency also significantly enhances Shannon connectivity to almost 40 cities in North America through Aer Lingus’ partner airline, Jetblue Airways, allowing passengers to connect seamlessly to cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Seattle, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Fort Lauderdale, Phoenix, Washington, Orlando and Dallas.Īer Lingus chief executive, Christoph Mueller said: “This is a significant day for Aer Lingus and for our team at Shannon Airport. ![]() The airline will base two 757s at Shannon, replacing a single Airbus A330. Today’s Boston flight was another first at Shannon as it marked Aer Lingus’ inaugural commercial transatlantic flight with the Boeing B757 aircraft. “This is the first time since 2009 that Aer Lingus will have operated year-round daily services from Shannon, which is a further reflection of the growth path that the airport is now on.”Īer Lingus captain Leo Smyth and co pilot Brian Boyle on hand to help launch the Shannon Boston Aer Lingus daily flights. Within that region there is very significant demand for both business and tourism connections into both Boston and New York. “We have a transatlantic catchment at Shannon that goes from Cork right up to the North-West. Welcoming the launch, Shannon Airport chairman, Rose Hynes said it is a strong vote of confidence in the airport and wider region. Shannon, in 2009, became the first airport outside the North Americas to have US pre-clearance. Passengers on US services from Shannon have the added bonus of pre-clearing US customs, immigration and agriculture on the Irish side, saving them considerable time on arrival in the US. The enhanced Boston and New York services will see Aer Lingus this year operate 13 weekly transatlantic flights compared to seven last year, a 24% increase in capacity. The increased transatlantic services will build on the strong momentum achieved last year when passenger numbers on US services at Shannon, in the airport’s first year as an independent entity, grew steadily, with the latter half of the year showing a 22% rise on the same period in 2012. This year also marks the 20th anniversary of the Aer Lingus Shannon cabin crew base. In addition, Aer Lingus will also commence a new Malaga service at the end of April and, through its partner Aer Arann, under the Aer Lingus Regional service will also operate a new Bristol route this summer as well as almost double capacity on Manchester and Birmingham services. The service is one of the key aspects of Aer Lingus’ renewed commitment to the independent Shannon Airport this year, with the airline also set to operate a six-times weekly, year-round JFK New York service from March 30th. Ireland and Boston grew closer today as Aer Lingus commenced a daily year-round service from Shannon to the Massachusetts capital. Celebrating FDI in Ireland: S&P Global Ratings-“We are finding high quality talent locally as well attracting staff who are willing to relocate to a vibrant and growing market”īusiness | Wed 5 Feb | Author – Business & Finance.Guest blog: KPMG Partner Kieran O’Brien on the future of finance.TransferMate’s live webinar promises to help you boost cash flow, reduce debtor days and improve visibility over funds flow.Guest blog: Simplify End of Financial Year with Job Management Software.Galway Technology Centre expansion to generate 12,500 jobs and €1.4BN investment for West over next 15 years.Compass Group invests in delivered office food solution.Irish enterprises are accelerating digital transformation amidst the pandemic.KPMG launches the Ireland qualifier for the KPMG Global Tech Innovator competition.Business & Finance CEO 100 Index 2022 - Part 1.CFO 100 Index 2023 in association with Sia Partners - Part 4.CFO 100 Index 2023 in association with Sia Partners - Part 3. ![]() ![]() CFO 100 Index 2023 in association with Sia Partners - Part 2.CFO 100 Index 2023 in association with Sia Partners - Part 1.Business & Finance Irish Business Awards. ![]()
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