Passenger Termainal Today - Kylie Bielby
01 May 2024
Ireland’s Department of Transport has announced combined funding of over €5.6m (US$6m) to support safety and security at Donegal, Kerry and Ireland West airports.
The investment will also assist the airports in meeting their sustainability goals.
At Kerry Airport, approximately €680,000 (US$725,000) will be used to purchase new security equipment and a baggage conveyor as well as upgrade runway facilities and electric vehicles.
Ireland West Airport will use the funds to purchase a security patrol vehicle and three liquid explosives detection systems, improve runway and apron safety, establish a fire training center, and create a climate adaptation/mitigation plan and a study for a solar photovoltaic (PV) farm.
Projects at Donegal will include a security scanner algorithm upgrade and enhanced aerodrome ground lighting...
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