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County Clare is a proven Demographics and level education – this is continually location for international companies Human Resources increasing. The county has an extensive and a gateway to global markets. and experienced knowledge-based pool A young population: It combines a low risk, high reward, of human resources. Clare has an overall population of stable and supportive business Nearby universities, third-level colleges 110,950 with 35% under the age of environment with an excellent and cutting-edge research institutes 25. The greatest proportion of the standard of living. guarantee that graduates skills are population is of working age. There is industry relevant. considerable scope for the population to Shannon and have the most Full socio-economic data, demographic grow thanks to the availability of land advanced business and industrial trends, population density, age profiles, for housing and economic development, activities, while the smaller socio-economic status, education, and active policies are in place to urban centres of , location and size of businesses, achieve this. , and Killaloe all industrial production and foreign direct A well-educated and skilled workforce: have developed economic activity investment are available on 16.4% of the population have 3rd due to continual advances in www.clarecoco.ie/business. telecommunications, infrastructure and the availability of land and property. Significant potential for Many international businesses further development exists for Key Sectors have already chosen Clare. • Medical Technologies and investors and entrepreneurs. Just some include: Healthcare • Aerospace Business Assistance Intel Lufthansa Technik from State Agencies • Engineering & Electronics benefits from a low tax regime • International Services Zimmer Roche Ireland with a corporate tax rate of 12.5%. It • Pharmaceuticals GE Capital Schwarz Pharma has two-way taxation agreements in • ICT place with 44 countries. • Software GECAS Magellan Aviation Financial assistance, incentives, • Research & Development advice and support in establishing Avocent Digital River your business in Clare is available towards employment, research and Element Six Molex development, training, capital costs, Progressive Planning & market development and property. Development Policies Detailed information is available from: The needs of business are facilitated www.clarecoco.ie/business in ’s planning and development policies. Ongoing consultation with public and private interests ensures that careful consideration is given to balancing the www.enterprise-ireland.com protection of the county’s environment, the quality of life of its communities and economic development. Sufficient, suitable and affordable land has been zoned in all areas of the county to allow www.shannondevelopment.ie for economic activity. Details on land use and zoning, planning policies as well as advice and guidelines are available on www.clarecoco.ie/planning www.idaireland.ie Clare’s Strategic Assets Ongoing Development Clare has a wealth of natural SHANNON resources, geographic advantages and INTERNATIONAL infrastructural pluses which distinguish it from its competitors and enhances AIRPORT the competitiveness of Ireland’s greater has undergone a €58 mid-west region. million expansion programme. It is the Considerable scope for further only airport in Ireland open 24 hours a development of its strategic assets day, 365 days a year. Operating direct exists and is services to a number of US, UK and working with many public and private European cities including New York, organisations to make progress in a London and Paris, the airport offers number of priority areas. frequent access to world markets. Shannon is the first airport in the Areas for development include: Ireland’s largest estuary and premier world outside of America to offer full deepwater port covering a distance of • Transportation and logistics US Pre-clearance allowing hassle-free 100km of navigable waters, and water • Aviation clearing of US emigration and customs depths of up 37m, allows the Shannon • Creative industries in Shannon. • Maritime activities Estuary to cater for ships up to 200,000 • Green energy dwt. An onward onshore road, rail and The presence of the airport in Clare • Life sciences air network offers further potential for has furthered the development of a enhanced bulk cargo business. Potential number of aviation-related industries Green Energy for the Shannon Estuary to develop its and the aerospace sector continues to capacity further has been investigated be actively pursued. Due to its coastal and estuarine and public-private collaboration to Plans are also in motion to develop location, Clare has been to the progress this is underway. the airport further as an international forefront of energy generation for the freight logistics centre. Such a facility whole of Ireland for decades through It is an objective of Clare County would allow for improved services the Moneypoint coal and Arnacrusha Council to facilitate sustainable for many businesses such as life hydroelectric power stations delivering economic activity along the estuary. sciences and enhance existing industry electricity through 110, 220 and 400KVA A number of key opportunity sites for clusters. Opportunities exist for power lines. industrial development have been further engagement of water and air Significant potential for further identified to progress these priorities. freight linkages between the Shannon development in wind, wave, tidal and Airport and the Shannon Estuary for biomass energy exists in Clare and the Shannon Port Company multi-modal transportation. county is emerging as a leader to deliver www.sfpc.ie www.shannonairport.com on Regional, National and European Climate Change targets to achieve a low carbon economy and energy security. resources of Clare and Ireland’s western • One of Ireland’s best Tidal Energy Plans are underway to develop a low region. resources is located in the Shannon carbon business location and to become Estuary - the resource potential is 110 • Wind speeds in County Clare are a net supplier of green energy as well GWh per annum over three locations in excellent by international standards. as to attract more wide-ranging green the estuary. Onshore wind speeds of up to 9.5m/s industries. – onshore and 11m/s offshore on 75m • Biomass: Clare is the 2nd most A recently developed Wind Energy turbines and up to 11m/s onshore and afforested county in Ireland, with Strategy will help facilitate this in 13m/s offshore on 100m turbine. resources considerably above the national average. County Clare specifically. A number of • Ocean Wave technology resources exciting alliances, such as the Shannon have been identified as over 25,000 MW www.shannonenergyvalley.com Energy Valley, have developed between of which 12,000 MW could be harnessed www.spiritofireland.org private sector, university and public and brought ashore and Clare was www.icea.ie interests to progress the economic identified as one of the best locations opportunities offered by the unique for future test sites. Clare offers your business

Telecommunications Key Features Continually improving high quality broadband services in Clare A unique location combining vibrant business activity with has supported the viability and award-winning tourist attractions and unsurpassed quality competitiveness of the economy and improved the quality of life and of life. connectivity for local communities. Broadband in Clare is available through optical fibre networks, DSL, Wireless, Satellite and Mobile as well as a MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) in Kilrush. • Low Corporation Tax www.shannonbroadband.com • International Airport with US Customs & Border preclearance www.broadband.gov.ie/ • Direct access to US, UK and European markets • World-class business space and development sites Clare Business Listings • 100km Deep Water Estuary For information and contacts on local • Wealth of Renewable Energy Resources businesses and services, banks, business • Advanced energy and telecommunications infrastructure property, solicitors and professional • Unrivalled skills and education base advisors. www.clarecoco.ie/business • Internationally Recognised Business Location • Attractive incentives for business • Stable Business Environment Serviced Land and • Existing Clusters & Networks Development Sites • Pro business Planning & Development policies Serviced sites and zoned land are • EU member and English-speaking available. Clare Local Authorities • Ease of business entry and start up Development Plans ensure an adequate • High level of Foreign Direct Investment and multi-national activity supply of appropriately zoned lands in strategic locations. Full details can be • Effective Public Private Partnerships and Collaboration viewed on www.clarecoco.ie/planning • Forward thinking local government • Low cost of living • Variety of high quality amenities, housing and schools Hotel & Conference Facilities As an established business and tourism base, Clare has a wide variety of 3, 4 and 5 star hotels across all towns in the “Choosing the Mid-West Region of Ireland as county offering international standard our International base has been a sound and accommodation and conference facilities. profitable business decision. Access to the highest www.clare.ie technological developments, together with our highly skilled and committed workforce, gives us a leading edge in today’s competitive marketplace” John O’Brien, VP European Operations, IPD Molex, Shannon, Co. Clare www.molex.com Clare’s Innovation Partnership

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Finance Education An unrivalled quality of life Clare has a long-standing reputation as an international business hub with Public Policy the added bonus of being a genuinely & Institutions special place to live. An exceptional quality of life is guaranteed, offering safe and vibrant communities, spacious and affordable homes and high-quality and inclusive schools.

Connect with Clare… We work closely with the many business A wide choice of sports, leisure, cultural support organisations and chambers facilities and theatres, world-famous championship golf courses, marinas Think your business can’t have it all? of commerce in order to ensure that and indoor and outdoor activities is Well, think again – in Clare you can services and infrastructure meet the changing needs of business. available in the county and the wider region. Clare County Council welcomes your Contact us if you’re thinking of setting business to an internationally renowned up or expanding a business. We offer Clare has an award-winning, developed business location with direct and the ideal location for your business tourist industry thanks to the natural frequent access to US, UK and European - from a rich culture and heritage, beauty of its coastline and landscape markets, prized natural resources and a wonderful festivals, world-class golf and its cultural, musical and sporting continually emerging green economy all courses and marine activities to forward heritage and the genuine welcome set against a backdrop of some of the thinking local government with planning of its people. most breathtaking scenery, rich culture, and development policies that seek history and heritage in the world. to facilitate your business. Add to this www.clare.ie Clare County Council has regulatory a warm and a welcoming atmosphere authority for planning, development, - County Clare is the place for doing land use, water, environment and fire business and an unsurpassed quality of safety as well as helping to create life. vibrant communities in one of the most beautiful places in the world to live work and do business. Ennis Vibrant Business Hub www.ennistowncouncil.ie

Access The capital town of County Clare, Road Ennis is a first class business base Ennis is served by the N18 National Primary route which links the town to in strategically located between the north and in the south. Ennis is linked to Shannon International Airport the western cities of Galway and and Limerick by motorway. The Ennis by-pass has resulted in improved traffic flow in and around Ennis and the N85 south western by-pass has removed through traffic Limerick. It is one of the fastest between the N18 and West Clare from the town centre. growing and progressive hub towns The Gort/ bypass on the N18 will reduce the journey time to Galway and under the Irish Government’s improve connectivity to the Western Road Corridor. National Spatial Strategy for regional economic development. Its strategic attraction is centred around a large and growing population base, excellent telecommunications, nearby Shannon International Airport and connectivity to national road and rail networks. Air Ennis is located within 19km of Shannon International Airport which operates direct services to a number of US, UK and European cities including New York, London and Paris, the airport offers frequent access to world markets. With its medieval streetscape, Ennis is located in the centre of one of Western Europe’s most Rail Telecommunications Ennis bus and railway station is a Ennis has a high-capacity optical fibre scenic environments with a modern public transport hub linking telecommunications infrastructure mixture of mountain, land and to the national bus and rail networks with full broadband connectivity seascapes providing a breathtaking as well as delivering local services linked to the national backbone. The throughout Clare. Daily, frequent rail telecommunications infrastructure in backdrop for a host of outdoor commuter services operate to Limerick Ireland is fully de-regulated. pursuits and annual festivals and Galway with onward connections to and events. The town is within and . easy reach of a number of internationally-renowned golf courses. Ennis is also home to Glór, the multi-functional arts, music, entertainment and conference venue right in the town centre. Business Space The Information Age Park Ennis (IAPE) is part of the Shannon Development Knowledge Network developed specifically to support the growth and development of knowledge driven enterprise. The Park offers a unique managed environment for tenants: excellent standards in accommodation are combined with high levels of accessibility, telecommunications and security. The Park is a premier location combining world-class business services and connectivity with thriving town centre facilities and a wealth of outstanding natural amenities. www.ShannonDevelopment.ie There are also a number of business parks in the town. Industrial, retail and commercial facilities are available in the Gort Road, Quin Road and Ballymaley parks in addition Education and Skills to facilities in prime town centre High quality education is available with locations. pre-school, primary and second-level schools available to meet the needs of families relocating to the area. Energy In addition, the Ennis is served by 400kV, 220kV and and Limerick Institute of Technology 110kV lines. Ennis is linked to the are within 0.5 hrs drive of Ennis. The national gas grid via the western gas University of Galway and Galway-Mayo pipeline. Institute of Technology are within 1 hrs drive. Selected courses are also Water Supply and Waste delivered in Ennis Regional Learning Centre by the universities and institutes Management of technology. Ennis and its environs has ample provision for water supply and treatment provided by a new €9.8m Population treatment plant which incorporates the With a population of 22,051 (including largest membrane filtration system in a environs) Ennis is Ireland’s 10th largest public water scheme in Ireland. population centre. There are 2 sewage treatment plants (primary and secondary) with a combined capacity of 23,000 PE. In terms of waste disposal, Ennis has access to an EPA-licensed engineered landfill facility nearby with an annual capacity of 59,000 tonnes of waste. A recycling centre in Ennis is also operational. Ennistymon Bustling Market Town

The administrative centre of Access North Clare, Ennistymon has a Road long tradition as a market town The town is situated at the junction of the N67 and N85 routes, which provides a good and is the commercial centre for link to the N18 National Primary Route from Galway to Limerick and excellent access North Clare. It is the gateway to Ennis and the rest of the county. to the world-renowned tourist destinations of North Clare including the surfing and golfing resort of , iconic and the dramatic limestone region of the . Ennistymon has had the benefit of a Town Renewal Scheme and this has provided for the Air enhancement of the urban fabric Ennistymon is located within 50km of Shannon International Airport which operates and increase in business activity direct services to a number of US, UK and European cities including New York, in the town. There is an excellent London and Paris. base of hotel and conference facilities in the area. The main industrial employer is Data Display, an award-winning leading supplier of electronic display solutions to wide-ranging, cross-sectoral, global customers. The town has considerable potential to grow and develop its enterprise base thanks to improvements in broadband and business space.

Population Rail Telecommunications Bus Services are available to Ennis with Broadband in Ennistymon and Ennistymon’s populations according rail services from Ennis to Limerick and surrounding areas is available through to the 2006 Census was 881. Galway and onwards to Dublin. DSL, Wireless, Satellite and Mobile. Business Space Water Supply and Waste Education Ennistymon Enterprise Centre comprises Management High quality education is available 600 sq ft and 1200 sq ft shell & core Water supply has recently been with pre-school, primary and units which include three phase power, upgraded in the area, the network second-level schools available and prime office space ideal for existing being fed from a new reservoir near to meet the needs of families businesses looking to relocate or for . relocating to the area. starting a new business. With excellent The town is served by a wastewater facilities, advice and mentoring and a treatment scheme and has access to an Ennistymon is within an hour’s unique location, the centre benefits EPA-licensed engineered landfill facility drive of the University of Limerick, from a full-time manager onsite making nearby with an annual capacity of Limerick Institute of Technology, it an ideal incubator environment. 59,000 tonnes of waste. University of Galway and Galway- Ample parking and meeting rooms are Mayo Institute of Technology. available. www.projectennistymon.com Killaloe Accessible lakeside destination

Situated in the scenic waterside Access setting of on the , Killaloe is the most Road Killaloe is situated five kilometres off the main Dublin-Limerick Road, N7, and is important boating and fishing easily accessible by road from Shannon, Limerick, and Ennis. Located just centre within the three counties of five kilometres from the N7, the major cities of Dublin, Cork and Limerick are very Clare, Limerick and Tipperary. The accessible to Killaloe. area is recognised internationally for its beauty and the variety and quality of its tourism activities, amenities and restaurants.

It offers a tranquil environment for those who live there, being far enough from the ‘hustle and bustle’ of city life yet within easy Air commuting distance of just 19 Shannon International Airport which operates direct services to a number of US, UK kilometres from Limerick city and and European cities is within 40 kilometres of Killaloe. the town of Nenagh. Killaloe in Rail The nearest railway stations are located County Clare and Ballina in County at and , five minutes Tipperary, are physically linked by drive from Killaloe. the historic bridge across the river Business Space Shannon at the southern tip of Land-use policies and proposals for the Lough Derg. area are designed to facilitate expansion in the adjoining towns of Killaloe and Ballina. Tourism is an important wealth Killaloe has industrial, commercial and creator and employer in Killaloe enterprise space available as well as and its designation as a Heritage development sites which offer scope for town has enhanced the tourism further development. www.ShannonDevelopment.ie potential of the area with further sustainable development Telecommunications Killaloe is connected to the national currently underway for Lough broadband network with a range of Derg. The town has also, in recent providers offering services. times, diversified into increased Water Supply and Waste professional, administrative and Management commercial sectors. Killaloe’s water supply source is being increased from 60,000 gallons per day to The University of Limerick 260,000 gallons per day. Killaloe/ Ballina have one tertiary sewerage operates an Outdoor Activity treatment plant, which has the capacity Education Centre five kilometres from for a population equivalent of 3,000 High quality education is available with Killaloe offering a variety of people. However, the capacity of this pre-school, primary and second-level outdoor water-based pursuits facility can be doubled in the future. The schools available to meet the needs of town has access to a recycling and transfer families relocating to the area. and caters for corporate, team- centre at Scarriff, 15 kilometres away. Killaloe is located about 16km from building and leisure activities. the University of Limerick and Limerick Population Institute of Technology and within Killaloe’s population according to the 2006 commutable distance of Tipperary Census was 1,174. Institute. Kilrush Maritime and Energy Centre www.kilrush.ie

Kilrush is the primary business Access town for the West Clare peninsula Road and has all the essential There is a good road network connecting Kilrush to the N18 to Ennis, Limerick, ingredients of an attractive Shannon and Galway and the N7 to Dublin. bustling business location built on solid industrial, commercial and educational foundations.

There is a mix of business activity including energy and electricity generation, manufacturing and services. The area has a wealth of strategic resources which drive economic development and offer Air Kilrush is located within an hour’s drive of Shannon International Airport which oper- considerable scope for further ates direct services to a number of US, UK and European cities including New York, development including wind and London and Paris. wave energy, maritime resources Rail and tourist attractions. Bus services are available to Ennis with rail services from Ennis to Limerick and Galway and onwards to Dublin.

Situated on the Shannon Estuary, Sea Kilrush is adjacent to the /Tarbert Car Ferry bringing , the area forms part of one of the and the entire North Kerry area within 30 minutes of Kilrush. The Ferry premium tourist routes along the operates 7 days a week throughout the year. West Coast of Ireland offering Telecommunications spectacular scenic drives and walks Kilrush has a Metopolitan Area Network along , sandy beaches (MAN) consisting of 5.2 kms of primarily of seaside town, world 4-way ducting. The network also consists class golf facilities at , of a number of drop connections to facilitate future customer connections dolphin watching, marina facilities consisting of 2-way ducting, sub-ducting and a fantastic array of festivals and 12-pair optical fibre cable. DSL, and events. Wireless, Satellite and Mobile broadband is available in surrounding areas. Business Space There is a wide range of enterprise, Population industrial and commercial facilities Kilrush’s population according to the available in the town and surrounding 2006 Census was 2,699. areas of West Clare in addition to facilities in prime town centre locations. Education The new Merchant’s Quay Business Quarter, located in the historic setting High quality education is available with of restored mills offers versatile, pre-school, primary and second-level contemporary space in the centre Water Supply and Waste schools available to meet the needs of families relocating to the area. of town overlooking the marina and Management Kilrush is within commuting distance of Estuary. Water is supplied to Kilrush from the the University of Limerick and Limerick www.merchantsquaykilrush.com West Clare Regional Water Scheme which Institute of Technology. The town is well served by development has a daily capacity of 3m gallons. A sites, business parks and enterprise wastewater treatment plant is in place. centres in a number of locations. A recycling centre and transfer station is www.ShannonDevelopment.ie in operation nearby in Lisdeen. Scarriff Developing diverse market town

Scarriff is a market town and Access the administrative centre of east Clare and ideally situated at the Road very centre of a world-renowned Scarriff is easily accessible from all major centres, 32 kilometres from Limerick area of great natural beauty. It is and Ennis, 64 kilometres from Galway. The major cities of Cork and Dublin are about ideally located at the centre of the a two hour drive. Shannon area, close to both cities of Galway and Limerick. With a large pool of highly educated and skilled people Scarriff is a very interesting location for start-up or relocating businesses.

East Clare is well known for its music, arts, heritage and culture and is a landmark for a number of highly popular festivals and Air events. Shannon International Airport operates direct services to a number of US, UK and Golfing, equestrian pursuits and European cities is within 40 minutes drive of Scarriff. walking are all well catered for in Rail the unspoilt, quiet countryside of Railway stations are located at Sixmilebridge and Birdhill, 25 minutes from Scarriff East Clare. For serious hill walkers and at Limerick and Ennis, both 35 minutes from Scarriff. to those seeking a leisurely There is a regular bus service between Scarriff and Limerick. pursuit, the East Clare Way is a Business Space 112 mile Walking Trail through Clare County Council has a one-stop shop in Scarriff, this enables private individuals some of East Clare’s most beautiful and businesses easy access to a wide range of County Council services locally. countryside. Versatile business space is available in the Business Park comprising units The area is also ideally located as ranging in size from 1000 to 2000 square foot. an angling base within easy access www.ShannonDevelopment.ie of a number of well-stocked lakes. Telecommunications There is a varied range of Scarriff and surrounding areas are connected to the national broadband network with industrial and commercial activity a range of providers offering services. in the town. Finsa Forest Products Water Supply and Waste Management is long established and the largest A new sewerage system for Scarriff/Tuamgraney is in place since 2010. A new employer in the town. Waterways recycling centre and transfer station is in operation in the town. Ireland, a cross-border body, with responsibility for the management, Education: maintenance, development and High quality education is available with pre-school, primary and second-level schools restoration of Ireland’s inland available to meet the needs of families relocating to the area. navigations is headquartered in Scarriff is located within easy commuting distance of the University of Limerick and Scarriff. Limerick Institute of Technology. Population: The Tuamgraney Business Park Scarriff’s population according to the 2006 Census was 807. has a good mix of business activity including A.J. Precision Components, a contract manufacturing company specialising in plastic injection moulding, ultrasonic welding, value added assembly and blow moulding. Wilde Irish Chocolates is an award-winning local business also located in the Business Park. Shannon International Gateway to world markets www.shannon.ie

Shannon has been chosen by leading Access international businesses across a Road wide range of sectors including Shannon town is located just off the N18 National Primary Route from Ennis to Aerospace, Internationally-traded Limerick. The N18 is an integral part of the western road network, which connects services, ICT, Manufacturing, and all of the major towns along the west coast from Derry in the North to Cork in the South. Electronics. The Shannon region is home to the largest industrial base Shannon is linked to Ennis and Limerick by motorway. The Limerick-Shannon tunnel project will provide uninterrupted connectivity to the major cities of Dublin and outside of Dublin area. Cork.

It is the international access point for the western region of Ireland. Shannon/Limerick has been designated a gateway under the Government’s National Spatial Strategy for regional economic development for the period 2002 to 2020. Air Shannon International Airport operates direct services to a number of US, UK and Shannon is a relatively new town European cities including New York, London and Paris, the airport offers frequent access to world markets. established in the 1960’s which has Shannon Airport offers full US Pre-clearance built up a unique community spirit. allowing hassle-free clearing of US Community facilities are excellent emigration and customs in Shannon. with numerous sporting complexes, Rail library, leisure complex, children’s Rail services are accessible minutes playground, town park, river walks away in Sixmilebridge which provides rail connectivity between Dublin, Cork, and golf courses, and a rich natural Limerick, Ennis and Galway. environment consisting of impressive Main rail stations are located at landscapes and natural open spaces. Limerick and Ennis, both 15 minutes A major shopping /retail complex, from Shannon Airport, and the route has been safeguarded for a potential rail Skycourt Shannon, is located in the link in the future from Shannon to the town centre. national mainline service. Sea The Shannon Estuary provides strategic Shannon is the ideal tourist location seaport facilities providing dry and point within easy access of the liquid bulk handling capabilities. famous tourist destinations of Telecommunications , Kilkee, Lahinch, Killaloe Shannon has cutting-edge and the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. telecommunications infrastructure with full broadband connectivity linked to the national backbone. The telecommunications infrastructure in Ireland is fully de-regulated. Business Space Shannon Free Zone (SFZ) ’ leading multi-sectoral business park for over 50 years covering 240 hectares and home to over 100 companies, employing 7,000 people and generating exports of over €3.3 billion per annum. It offers a professionally managed, inviting base adjacent to Shannon International Airport. As a customs free zone, it operates a deferral system whereby duty payable on imports from non-EU countries is deferred until goods leave Shannon for another EU location. Shannon Free Zone is also zero rated for VAT (Value Added Tax). Flexible options for office, distribution, manufacturing and specialist activity are available. A masterplan to guide the sustainable development of the SFZ over the next 30 years is in place. www.shannonireland.com

Westpark Shannon Is a high-tech €200m 40-acre flagship business campus comprising seven blocks of 92,000sq. metres of premium commercial space in a parkland setting. The campus is designed to meet the needs of multinational business with multiple international Tier-1 telecommunications networks and high standards of mechanical, electrical, technology and security management infrastructure. www.westparkshannon.com

A wide range of other modern industrial, office, retail and commercial space is available throughout the town.

Education Water Supply and Waste High quality education is available with Management pre-school, primary and second-level Currently Shannon’s water supply has schools available to meet the needs storage capacity of 34,000m3 with of families relocating to the area.In production capacity of 20,000m3 daily. addition, the University of Limerick and Its waste water treatment system is Limerick Institute of Technology are divided into separate domestic and within 15 minutes drive of Shannon. industrial streams and upgrading for The University of Galway and Galway- additional capacity is planned. In terms Mayo Institute of Technology are within of waste disposal, Shannon has access 1.2 hrs drive. Shannon College of Hotel to an EPA-licensed engineered landfill Management offers degree courses in facility with an annual capacity of business and hotel management. 59,000 tonnes of waste. A recycling centre in Shannon is also operational.

Energy Population Shannon is served by 110KV and 38KV Shannon’s population (including power lines. The town is linked to the environs) according to the 2006 Census national gas grid via the western gas was 8,561. pipeline.