Business Plus
Cormac Cahill
30 Apr 2026
Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has announced almost €8m in Exchequer funding for the country’s regional airports as part of the Government’s new Regional Airports Programme 2026–2030.
The funding, totalling €7.9m for 2026, will be distributed across Shannon Airport, Ireland West Airport, Kerry Airport and Donegal Airport.
The programme marks a significant shift in policy, with eligibility expanded for the first time to include airports handling up to three million passengers annually, bringing Shannon Airport into scope...
Transport Minister announces €8m funding for regional airports - Business Plus - 30 Apr 2026
