Missile attack now likeliest cause of Azerbaijan Flight 8243 air disaster
A missile first by air defense systems is emerging as the likeliest cause of Azerbaijan…
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Ireland unaffected by Christmas Eve ground stop of all flights by American Airlines (AA)
Robert Isom CEO of American Airlines American Airlines briefly grounded all flights in the U.S.…
Cork airport fastest growing for first nine months of the year
Padraig Dalton of the CSO Central Statistics Office statistics show Cork airport is the fastest…
The Nightmare before Christmas – thousands of packages not delivered because of Holyhead closure
Neil Gillam Port Manager Holyhead The closure of Holyhead Port means thousands of Christmas deliveries…
TUI launch January sale with discounts up to €300 per booking
Craig Morgan of TUI TUI have launched their January sale offering discounts up to €300…
Knock Airport submits planning application to develop solar farm
Ireland West Airport has submitted a planning application to develop a solar farm that could…
All access roads to Teide National Park closed by snowfall
Heavy snowfall in Tenerife has led to the closure of all access roads to Teide…
Lufthansa places order for five additional A350-1000s
Carsten Spohr CEO of Lufthansa Lufthansa Group has placed an additional order for five A350-1000…
Marriott buys Postcard Cabins brand to expand into outdoor lodging
Marriott International is expanding its portfolio into outdoor-focused lodging by acquiring the Postcard Cabins brand…
Cunard offers cruise customers triple onboard spend for selected cruises
Katie McAlister CEO of Cunard Cruise line Cunard is offering a special promotion that allows…
Abu Dhabi to launch flying taxi service by late 2025
Abu Dhabi aims to become the first city in the world to launch a flying…
Air Canada orders five additional Airbus A220-300
Michael Rousseau CEO of Air Canada Air Canada has increased its commitment to the Airbus…
Air France introduces revamped amenity kits from La Premiere
Air France has introduced revamped amenity kits for La Première, Business, and Premium Economy passengers,…
Beechcraft King Air B200 for the Irish Coast Guard arrives in Shannon
Philip Bartlett Director of Bristow Ireland The first Beechcraft King Air for the Irish Coast…
WATCH: Emirates joins the sleigh ride
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HI0lyfKfsZM
WATCH: Eoghan Corry sings ‘Oíche Chiúin’ at the birthplace of ‘Silent Night’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWjNn3MHarI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEtVon1Ixus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkKAZxBYRic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8abcwv_UdI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzSjTHQoMMU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBL7nU47E-k
Bethlehems around the world (including shores of Lough Ree in county Westmeath)
Bethlehem, West Bank: One of the most important religious and historical sites in the world,…
FAA delays certification of Lufthansa business class seats
Carsten Spohr CEO of Lufthansa Lufthansa is encountering further complications with the Boeing B787-9 deliveries,…
South Korea’s Air Premia acquires sixth B787-9
South Korea’s Air Premia has added its sixth Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet, marking…
Belfast City Airport reopens after Emerald nose wheel incident
Matthew Hall CEO of Belfast City Airport The runway at Belfast City Airport has reopened…
Welsh Government to implement Holyhead contingency plans in the new year
Neil Gillam Port Manager Holyhead The Welsh Government says it has implemented contingency plans for…
Three cancellations at Dublin airport today
Cancellations Dublin Airport today Heathrow EI154@07.40 Donegal EI3402@11.45 Heathrow BA839@19.25
High costs, low demand and supply shortages – Fáilte Ireland update on Ireland’s tourism sector
Paul Kelly of Failte Ireland The Irish tourism industry is facing ongoing challenges from high…
ÉIST: Dunadh caladh Holyhead, Eoghan Corry ar An tSeachtain le Máirín Ní Ghadhra
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=in1hDsCLnfM
MSC puts limit on drinks packages and drops Easy & Easy Plus options
Gianni Onorato CEO of MSC Cruises MSC Cruises is discontinuing the Easy and Easy Plus…
Delays in search and rescue handover criticised by Irish fishing industry
Bristow search and rescue aircraft The Irish fishing industry has joined concerns about temporary restrictions…
WATCH: ‘Isn’t that insane’ Air Canada dispensing good cheer for Christmas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mW2xOK0QL8
Carnival Corporation reports record demand for 2025 cruises
Josh Weinstein CEO of Carnival Carnival Corporation says it is experiencing record demand for its…
Technical issues delay Isle of Innisfree departure from Fishguard to Dublin
Irish Ferries issued an apology for delays in ferry services caused by technical issues during…
CSO reports visitor numbers up 7pc and average spend up 15pc for January to November 2024
Jennifer Banim Director of the Central Statistics Office The CSO reports a 7pc increase in…
Aer Lingus increases flight frequency Dublin to Cleveland
Lynne Embleton CEO of Aer Lingus Aer Lingus announced an increase in flight frequency on…
Fingal Council responds to operational planning application from Daa for 36m passengers
Ann Marie Farrelly CEO of Fingal county council Fingal County Council has responded to the…
LISTEN: Eoghan Corry RTE News at One Holyhead closure & Dublin airport’s busiest day pre-Christmas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXGQcblIMQA
LISTEN: Dublin airport’s busiest day pre-Christmas Eoghan Corry on Newstalk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BINCgP-cxs
Air Canada orders five additional A220-300s
Michael Rousseau CEO of Air Canada Air Canada has placed an order for five additional…
Another lessor seeks order against India’s Spicejet
Ajay Singh CEO of Spicejet The Delhi High Court has summoned the CEO and COO…
Air Canada refurbished Maple Leaf lounges at Heathrow and Frankfurt
Michael Rousseau CEO of Air Canada Air Canada has reopened its refurbished Maple Leaf lounges…
KLM completes installation of Premium Comfort on all of its B777 and B787
Marjan Rintel CEO of KLM KLM has completed the installation of Premium Comfort seating on…
MJM Marine completes industry largest refurbishment project ever for Aroya Cruises
MJM Marine has completed a significant refurbishment project for Aroya Cruises, marking it as the…
Carnival Corporation reports record financial results
Josh Weinstein CEO of Carnival Carnival Corporation reported record financial results for the fourth quarter…