Head of Airports Council International says Cork Airport has been dynamic in its progress in recent years
The ACI Regional Airports Conference was held in city this week and transatlantic flights and the Wild Atlantic Way were among the success stories being discussed
The airport is expecting growth in passenger numbers of up to 5% this year and management at the airport say they're already planning to secure new routes for 2018.
Speaking to RedFM News Director General of ACI Europe Olivier Jankovec Cork Airport is a fine example of how an airport can play a key role in driving economic development.
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