In 1980, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), a specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability, brought a delegation of Chinese officials to the Shannon Free Zone on a three-week training course.

It’s the 12th year of Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards, the largest blind-tasted food awards on the island of Ireland, designed to recognise and celebrate the very best Irish food and drink. Entries are now open to producers across all 44 categories with the early bird discounted rate for entries running until 30th April. Entries will finally close on June 15th.

A Clare tyre dealer has had his off-road expertise endorsed by tyre manufacturer BFGoodrich, as it expands its pan-European Off-Road Centre network into Ireland for the first time.

Two Lean initiatives promoted by Shannon Chamber are in the running for top national accolades next week, having been shortlisted for Chambers Ireland Awards.

The campaign to retain responsibility for Clare Bus in the county has stepped up a gear with the operators establishing a petition which they hope the public will support.

Ryanair has launched two new services from Shannon Airport one of which commenced yesterday.

Shannon Heritage has become the first tourist attraction company in Ireland to be awarded Fáilte Ireland’s Accredited Service Excellence Programme’s Business Award.

Aillwee Cave & Birds of Prey Centre have been announced as winners at the Irish Hospitality Awards 2019.