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There is something quietly reassuring about Ireland West Airport Knock. For all its growth, its international reach and its record-breaking numbers, it remains an airport that feels human in scale and familiar in spirit. It is a place where journeys begin without stress, where arrivals are met with relief rather than exhaustion, and where the act of travel still carries a sense of possibility. As the airport celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2026, that balance between success and simplicity has never been more important.

rish international and Leinster flanker Will Connors will join Connacht ahead of the 2026/27 season.

2025 has proven to be the busiest year on record at Ireland West Airport, with passenger numbers reaching 946,381 for the first time in the airport’s history, surpassing the previous record of 834,000 passengers set in 2024, a 13.5% increase, making it Ireland’s fastest-growing airport last year. The airport now serves 21 international destinations and is served by three of Europe’s major international airlines: Aer Lingus, Lauda Europe, and Ryanair.

Shannon Airport has recorded a significant surge in passenger traffic this summer, welcoming more than 755,000 passengers across June, July, and August, a 16 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024.

Ryanair has announced its Winter schedule for Knock Airport, with routes to the winter sun and cool city breaks at the lowest fares in Europe.

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) officially announced Professor Patrick Pollock as its new Head of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery at the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore last weekend.

Real estate investor, developer and asset manager, Firethorn, has broken ground at its Sackville Place development in central Dublin, with Galway’s Stewart Construction appointed to deliver the 138 bedroom site.

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Connacht complete their home season on Saturday evening when they welcome Celtic opponents Edinburgh to Dexcom Stadium on Saturday (7.35pm).

Ireland West Airport this week launched its busiest ever summer schedule, including a new service from Groningen in the Netherlands and an additional 110,000 seats added on flights to and from the airport for the summer season.