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Aer Lingus to resume Shannon Heathrow services

23-Dec-2008
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Aer Lingus to resume Shannon Heathrow services

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Aer Lingus Group has announced (22-Dec-08) that it is to resume its Shannon Heathrow service, operating double daily flights to and from Shannon Heathrow from 29-Mar-09.

 

The decision follows the recent agreements with staff to opt for alternative cost saving measures including work practice changes and new work agreements at Shannon, Cork and Dublin. These  changes combined with a new deal on charges from the Shannon Airport Authority, and the  recent reduction in the price of fuel, have made the resumption of the service a reality.
 
Commenting on the development, Dermot Mannion, Chief Executive of Aer Lingus said, “We are  very pleased to be in a position to recommence the Shannon Heathrow service and I want to  acknowledge the huge contribution of our staff and Shannon Airport Authority, in making this a  reality.”
 
Welcoming the announcement, Pat Shanahan, Chairman, Shannon Airport Authority said, “This  is a very positive development for Shannon airport, our customer base and the entire region.  We  are delighted that Aer Lingus has made the decision to recommence its short haul services, demonstrating its commitment to Shannon.  The Shannon Heathrow link will result in increased
passenger traffic through the airport and we look forward to other short haul opportunities that may arise from Shannon in the future.” 
 
 

(c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Date posted: 23-Dec-08
 

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