Airport records busiest ever day

DUBLIN Airport had the busiest day in its 76-year history on June 24 when more than 100,000 passengers travelled through the airport. 

This is equal to almost twice the capacity of the Aviva Stadium or more than the populations of 11 Irish counties.

Dublin Airport managing director Vincent Harrison said: “We have welcomed 17 new routes and services this year and another two long haul routes will be launched in September. 

“Every single week since May 15 has been busier than our busiest week in 2015. And this will also be the case for every week right though to early October.”

Mr Harrison said the Dublin Airport Authority (daa) is continuing to invest in new facilities and services to enhance the passenger experience for all customers. “We are currently investing €10 million to upgrade the arrivals area in Terminal 1,” he added.