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Waterford Airport got almost €20m in funding from the State in the decade leading up to the suspension of commercial flights. Work to extend the runway at Waterford Airport could begin as early this summer after it was confirmed planning permission for the project will be lodged next week.
THE long-awaited runway extension at Waterford Airport is a viable proposition which remains firmly on course for delivery, according to Transport Minister Shane Ross. Business owners 'feel conned' over Midlands lockdown Mr Ross said the State’s support was being provided subject to a number of conditions. Waterford News > Ross: Waterford Airport runway project ‘makes commercial sense’ Ross: Waterford Airport runway project ‘makes commercial sense’ Tuesday, December 17, 2019. For the best site experience please enable JavaScript in your browser settings
“Unless Waterford Airport receives this support, its future is highly uncertain.” Waterford Chamber chief executive Gerald Hurley welcomed the investment by the State, adding that it would secure the future of the local airport and allow it to compete for international carriers using jet aircraft. An Independent TD who has also been appointed a Minister of State secured millions in extra funding to extend a runway at his local airport as part of Waterford Airport: it has not had commercial flights since 2016 The Government will give almost €14 million in taxpayers’ money to regional airports this year, including €5 million to one that has no scheduled services.The funds will be used to beef up investment in safety and security across the three operational regional airports.
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Ireland among countries urged to consider reinstating Covid-19 restrictionsLowest numbers in two weeks as one more Covid-19 related death and 35 new cases reported‘I’ve been sleeping with my girlfriend’s sister. Get up to date with the latest news and stories about the organisation Waterford Airport at The Irish Times. “It is also encouraging to see the collaboration between public and private enterprises to ensure a timely delivery, which is a first in regional aviation in Ireland.” The runway will be extended to 2,280m from its existing 1,433m, and will be able to accommodate aircraft including the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320. Waterford City and County Council, in partnership with Waterford Regional Airport PLC, has applied to An Bord Pleanála for the extension and widening of the existing runway at the local airport and associated works.