A centre of reinvention
Shannon did not exist as a town before 1960, but the development of the airport and then of a multicultural community and busy industrial centre turned it into a thriving hub
‘Shannon’s story is one of constant reinvention.” So says Kevin Thompstone, former chief executive of Shannon Development and current director at Shannon Chamber.
It is also a modern Irish success story that has grown beyond its original roots to become a kingpin in the Irish economy with a wealth of high-profile multinational and local employers, a highly skilled talent pool and career opportunities across a range of industries.
“What’s interesting about Shannon, even ...