January 30, 2026, Shannon, IE – SK tes, a global leader in secure technology lifecycle and IT asset disposition (ITAD) services, has concluded the official opening ceremony of its new state‑of‑the‑art facility in Shannon Airport Business Park, near Shannon Airport, County Clare. The event brought together leaders across government, industry, and the Irish technology ecosystem to mark a significant milestone for sustainable digital infrastructure in Ireland.
The new site was officially opened by Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, Timmy Dooley, who cut the ribbon with representatives from the Irish technology industry and the global SK tes business. Minister Dooley also delivered a keynote address where he emphasised the growing national importance of secure, responsible, and sustainable technology management. Minister Dooley highlighted how the new Shannon facility directly supports Ireland’s Climate Action Plan, circular economy objectives, and the country’s rapidly expanding digital economy.
“As Ireland continues to attract major global technology and data‑centre investment, we must ensure that sustainability and resource recovery keep pace with growth,” Minister Dooley said. “Facilities like SK tes Shannon help safeguard our environmental commitments while supporting secure, compliant and responsible management of technology at every stage of its lifecycle.”
The opening event also featured keynote contributions from major partners in Ireland’s technology and business landscape, including:
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Welcoming the newest client to Shannon Airport Business Park, Ray O’Driscoll, Interim CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, said: “SK tes’ investment is another strong vote of confidence in Shannon. This new facility strengthens our technology ecosystem, supports sustainable growth, and reinforces the region’s position as a place where innovative global companies can thrive.”
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Paul Sweetman, CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ireland, who spoke about the essential role Ireland plays in the global operations of U.S. multinationals and the rising importance of secure, sustainable IT lifecycle services.
- Garry Connolly, Founder of Digital Infrastructure Ireland, who underscored the critical need for resilient, low‑carbon digital infrastructure and the importance of trusted ITAD partners in maintaining Ireland’s competitiveness.
During his address, Jin Mo Lee, Group CEO of SK tes, reaffirmed the company’s long‑term commitment to Ireland and the role the Shannon facility will play in serving both Irish and global clients.
“Ireland is now a cornerstone of our global network,” said Jin Mo Lee. "Some of the world's most important digital infrastructure is based here, and this new site enhances our ability to support customers with consistent, secure, high‑quality services - wherever they operate.”
Fully operational since Autumn 2025, the Shannon facility delivers comprehensive IT asset disposition, secure data destruction, data‑centre decommissioning, and full lifecycle technology management services. Built to meet stringent global standards, the facility supports Ireland’s hyperscale operators, enterprise clients, and multinational firms while enabling measurable progress toward national sustainability and reuse targets.
The opening further strengthens SK tes’ global mission to securely and responsibly transform one billion kilograms of technology assets by 2030 through reuse, recycling, and decarbonisation. The company was recently named a finalist for the 2026 Green Technology Award, recognising its leadership in advancing environmentally responsible IT lifecycle practices.
Explore highlights from the opening ceremony and view the full photo gallery here.
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