Aer Lingus announces departure of CEO Mueller

It has emerged that Aer Lingus CEO Christoph Mueller will leave the airline next month.

He has been the company’s chief executive since 2009.

His departure from Aer Lingus was initially set for May, however he will leave earlier than expected at the end of February.

Colm Barrington will now take on executive duties.

Mr Mueller is set to take over as chief executive of Malaysia Airlines.