Global aviation asset trading and material management company EirTrade Aviation has received full planning permission to expand its facility at Knock, Ireland West Airport, in a move that will significantly increase its capacity for engine and airframe disassembly as well as EASA Part 145 line maintenance services.
Approved by Mayo County Council, the project will add a new 10,500 sqm facility to the company’s existing 2,100 sqm site.
The development will include an aircraft hangar capable of accommodating one narrowbody aircraft, with provision for airframe disassembly and MRO operations including line maintenance.
The planned facility will also feature a workshop and crating area, high-bay VNA racking, bulk storage and dedicated engine storage.
Steven Trowell, senior vice president – maintenance and disassembly at EirTrade Aviation, said: “Following the relocation of our engine disassembly facility to Knock in November 2025, this modern, functional space will consolidate our streamlined and comprehensive service provision at Ireland West Airport.
“We are dedicated to providing efficient services to our customers, offering maintenance services, aircraft disassembly, and engine disassembly all at one location. Not only that, but asset management and parts trading and leasing support can also be provided from Knock, owing to the parts inventory we will keep on-site.
“The expansion of our facility to increase performance capacity is a testament to our commitment to deliver high-quality support to operators, owners, and lessors worldwide.”
EirTrade Aviation said the proposed development has been designed to meet its operational requirements while taking into account key airside and runway constraints at Ireland West Airport.
The project also includes plans for a high-performance building envelope and an extensive solar panel installation, with the aim of exceeding sustainability and regulatory requirements.
Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2026. The development will be managed on EirTrade Aviation’s behalf by Galway-based multi-disciplinary firm O’Neill O’Malley Architecture & Project Management.
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