New DAA boss urged to expand on Cork Airport’s 8% growth

The appointment of a new chief executive of the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) has been broadly welcomed in Cork, with interested parties saying his strong background in retail and services will complement the county’s airport growth strategy.

Dalton Philips will take up the role in October for seven years, succeeding Kevin Toland whose departure was announced in May. Cork Airport is under the authority of the DAA, as well as Dublin Airport.

Insiders within the DAA described Mr Philips as having a strong background in retail, especially in the marketing side.