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Irish Airports Handle 11 % More Passengers in Q1 2026, CSO Shows
A CSO bulletin dated 18 June 2026 shows Irish airport passenger numbers rose 11 % year-on-year in Q1. The rebound is strongest in business-class and transatlantic transfer traffic, signalling heavier summer queues and tighter accommodation markets. Mobility teams should secure fast-track services early and review housing allowances.
European Parliament Passes New Return Regulation, Raising Stakes for Irish Border Controls
MEPs approved the Return Regulation on 18 June, introducing longer detention, automatic mutual recognition of return orders, and the option of offshore “return hubs.” Ireland must set up a Returns Coordination Office and link to EU databases within a year, placing new compliance pressures on employers and mobility teams.
Tourism Ireland Courts German Meetings Planners in Dual-City Roadshow
Tourism Ireland’s 18 June ‘Meet in Ireland’ roadshow in Frankfurt and Cologne connected ten Irish suppliers with German meetings and incentive planners. The push aims to boost high-value corporate travel, supporting year-round air connectivity and regional economic development.
Italy Lifts Six-Month Border Checks with Slovenia—Relief for Irish Road-Freight Operators
Italy allowed border checks with Slovenia to lapse on 18 June 2026, restoring seamless Schengen travel. The move reduces transit times and costs for Irish freight and project teams that rely on the Trieste landbridge into central Europe, though future events such as the Winter Olympics could trigger fresh controls.
German Media Familiarisation Trip Showcases Ireland’s Nature & Wellness Niche
Seven German journalists completed a Tourism Ireland press trip highlighting outdoor and wellness experiences along Ireland’s south-west coast. Coverage across major German media will promote Ireland to a 4.6 million-strong audience, supporting regional air routes and the growing corporate-retreat market.