Clare County Council, in partnership with Transport Infrastructure Ireland and the Department of Transport, has released the final design update for the N19 Shannon Airport Access Road Improvement Scheme.
The update includes active travel measures for walking and cycling, enhanced public transport facilities, and new road infrastructure from Drumgeely roundabout to Knockbeagh Point roundabout near Shannon International Airport.
The final design follows stakeholder engagement and consideration of environmental, transport, and ground surveys, aiming to improve public transport efficiency and accommodate an enhanced bus service.
Clare County Council said it aims to deliver a sustainable transport solution that enhances connectivity for Shannon Airport, the Shannon Free Zone, and the wider mid-west region, promoting economic growth and prioritising road safety and the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, and vulnerable road users.
Pat Dowling, Chief Executive of Clare County Council said: “The publication of the final design update for the N19 Shannon Airport Access Road Improvement Scheme is a significant step as we look forward to delivering a reliable, sustainable, multi-modal transport solution that will enhance the connectivity of Shannon Airport, the Shannon Free Zone and the wider mid-west region. The project will unlock further economic growth potential by improving active travel and public transport connections along the N19, which ultimately will help facilitate and support the sustainable growth and development of Shannon Airport, the Shannon Free Zone, and Shannon town.The project will have a positive impact on the local community ensuring that road safety and the needs of pedestrians, cyclists and vulnerable road users has been a priority throughout the design development process. Clare County Council looks forward to working with Transport Infrastructure Ireland to advance this project through the statutory procedures and subsequent phases.”
