AeroMedevac Ireland, the Irish-based air ambulance operation, is relocating its aircraft to Dublin International Airport, allowing the company to provide a service 24 hours a day.

The current base at Weston Executive Airport is suitable for medical repatriations from abroad that normally work on one to two days' notice, but does not allow for 24 hour services.

The company commenced operations in December 2010 to provide aeromedical repatriation for people who become ill or injured while travelling overseas. It also provides hospital to hospital transfer services for people in Irish hospitals who wish to return to their home country for further treatment.

Keith Trower, ceo, says: "We wish to maximise the availability of our air ambulance aircraft for all mission requests. For this reason, we are very pleased to announce that the aircraft will be located at Dublin International Airport from the 18th August. Our mission is to support and serve the community and to make a positive life changing contribution to those who will benefit from emergency medical repatriation."

Report by Joe McDermott