Update aviation policy to unlock regional growth

Shannon Airport Group’s chair, Conal Henry, is urging government leaders to modernise Ireland’s aviation policy, warning that outdated frameworks are holding back balanced regional development and underutilising existing airport capacity. His comments follow the appointment of two high-calibre directors to the board: Dr Mary Halton, a governance and finance expert, and Emily Ross, a global digital strategist with deep ties to innovation and brand leadership.

Their arrival signals a sharpened focus on strategic growth and sustainability at a time when aviation’s role in regional economic resilience is more critical than ever. 

For industry leaders, the message is clear: infrastructure is in place—policy must now catch up.

Read the full article to explore what’s at stake.