The announcement of a new ten million euro development close to Shannon Airport has been described as a vote of confidence in the Midwest region.
DB Shenker has been granted planning permission for a warehouse and distribution facility, which is expected to be operational by mid-2021.
Construction is due to get underway soon on a new ten million euro development in Shannon.
DB Schenker has announced that it’s been granted full planning permission for a warehouse and distribution facility, as well as associated works, at a green field site in the Shannon Free Zone.
It is expected to be operational by July next year.
The shipping company’s Logistics Commercial Director says the investment is a show of trust in the region.
Sean Meaney believes the Airport is fundamental to business.
DB Shenker is one of a number of companies looking to expand here with Ei Electronics and Aldi both announcing new facilities in recent weeks.
Shannon Group CEO Helen Downes says it’s a further vote of confidence in the region, and she hopes the boost can help the local area weather the Covid-19 storm.
Michael Glynn, Clare FM, first for local news.
