Joe Gilmore has predicted that passenger numbers will go above 650,000 for the first time ever this year at Knock.
Commenting on the year ahead, Joe Gilmore, Managing Director, Ireland West Airport Knock said “2011 is expected to be the busiest year on record at Ireland West Knock, despite the current economic downturn, the airport will hope to serve over 650,000 passengers which reflects the increasing preference amongst passengers to fly direct to and from our region.
I suppose that would be dependent on all routes other then Dublin being a success and lasting the year but if the economy picks up any bit at all its an achievable target. Makes you wonder what could be achieved if and when the national economy gets back on its feet. I wonder would a Mayo Taoiseach result in any additional government investment in the airport?