Shannon Airport Sees Record-Breaking Growth for 2025
In 2025, Shannon Airport reported a staggering 9% increase in passenger numbers, surpassing the 2. 3 million mark. This marks the airport’s best year in 16 years, with a growth of 34% above the pre-pandemic levels of 2019.
The annual report from the Shannon Airport Group revealed significant growth in European services, with a 13% increase from the previous year. Additionally, UK traffic saw an 8% increase, with Heathrow passenger volumes reaching an 18-year high.
Shannon Airport’s route network is set to expand to 40 routes this year, the largest in over 17 years. This includes the addition of five new European services to Rome, Warsaw, Madrid, Poznań, and Frankfurt.
The airport also highlighted the continued success of its five transatlantic routes to New York, Newark, Boston, and Chicago, which play a crucial role in the airport’s offerings.
In terms of financial performance, the Shannon Airport Group reported a “solid” year for 2025. Turnover increased by 7% to €78. 4m, while EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation) rose by 6% to €19. 3m. The pre-tax profit for the year stood at €30. 5m, providing a strong asset base of €334m and allowing for future strategic development.
The Shannon Airport Group invested over €20m in 2025, bringing the total investment over the past decade to almost €200m. The group plans to invest an additional €40m this year, with planned developments including upgrades to the airport’s immigration area and baggage hall, enhancements to taxiway infrastructure, and a thermal, energy-efficient facelift to the exterior of the terminal building.
The Shannon Airport Business Park, home to over 300 companies and 10,000 employees, also reported a strong year, nearing full occupancy and attracting high-value, innovation-led tenants. Construction began on a €13m commercial property development in November, which will deliver two state-of-the-art industrial units and add approximately 100,000 sq. ft. of sustainable space.
Ray O’Driscoll, interim CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, stated that 2025 was a positive year for the group, with strong passenger growth, improved international connectivity, and continued investment in infrastructure and sustainability initiatives. He also expressed confidence in the group’s financial performance and growing asset base, allowing for the launch of the next phase of their development strategy.
O’Driscoll also highlighted the group’s commitment to expanding their route network, enhancing connectivity, and providing a positive experience for every passenger. The property portfolio will also support multinational investment and indigenous enterprise, driving economic growth across the region.