The CEO of Shannon Chamber is warning of further casualites, if the Government doesn’t urgently implement a roadmap for recovery for the aviation sector.
It comes as Lufthansa Technik is carrying out a strategic review of its operations in the wake of the pandemic, which it’s feared could lead to hundreds of job losses here.
Luthansa Technik has been operating in Shannon since the 1990’s and has remained committed to the region for over two decades.
But the company is now carrying out a strategic review of its operations, in light of what the company has described as the “devastating” impact of the pandemic.
It’s reported that among the options being considered is selling the business or shutting it down, which would provide a blow locally, as well as within the aviation industry.
In a statement, Lufthansa Technik says they’re looking at “what changes, if any, need to be implemented” to allow them to navigate what they describe, as “one of the most difficult periods” in their history.
Shannon Chamber is due before the Oireachtas Transport Committee later this week, following on from the submission of its Transport Recovery Support Scheme to Government.
CEO Helen Downes says the Govenrment has to act now, to prevent further casualies within the industry.
A member of the Aviation Taskforce has criticised the Government for not doing enough to protect the aviation industry here.
Founder of Aer Lingus Regional Padraig O Ceidigh believes representatons from local representatives in this county and in neighbouring Limerick are falling on deaf ears.
Clare’s Fine Gael TD, meanwhile, says it’s important the state does everything in it’s power to support Lufthansa Technik.
Clarecastle Deputy Joe Carey believes supports such as the wage subsidy scheme have been essential in keeping such companies afloat.
