The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) has today welcomed the appointment of Rose Hynes as Chairperson of the board of the IAA, on an interim basis.
The announcement was made this afternoon by the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan.
Peter Kearney, Chief Executive of the IAA welcomed the appointment.
"Ms. Hynes' experience in the aviation sector, including as Chairman of the Shannon Group/Shannon Airport will be an important asset to the Board and indeed to the management and staff of the IAA.
"The IAA has always been about providing a safe, high quality, customer-focused service.
"Ms Hynes will now play a key role in the continued evolution of the Company, particularly as we face the challenges brought about by Covid-19, for the IAA and the aviation sector.
"Ms Hynes will also guide us through the important restructuring of the IAA’s responsibilities, which is expected to conclude this year," said Mr Kearney.
Following her appointment, Ms Hynes said, "I am delighted to have been appointed by the Minister for Transport, Mr. Eamon Ryan as the Chairman of the IAA and I look forward to working with the CEO, the Board and all at the IAA".
