Aer Lingus reported to plan first base outside Ireland

Former State airline Aer Lingus is planning to establish its first base outside Ireland.

The move is said to be part of an expansion which will allow the airline to establish 15 new European routes between destinations outside Ireland. The airline has already shortlisted three airports for its first foreign hub.

A report in the Irish Independent says that according to industry sources, it is likely the base will be the first of several which will give Aer Lingus major new opportunities to increase revenue.