300 jobs to be created in aviation and pharmaceuticals

At least 300 jobs have been announced across the country by three companies.

Swissport, which provides ground-handling services at Dublin Airport, has said it is recruiting staff for over 200 positions in the areas of customer service agents, ramp- handling agents, flight operations, security and aircraft appearance operatives.

The company said that in 2015, its ground-handling business at Dublin Airport has seen growth of 23%, and is expected to grow by a further 10% this year.