*Niall Maloney.
NIALL MALONEY is stepping down from his role as Operations and Commercial Director of Shannon Airport.
Limerick native Maloney has called time on his 41 year connection to Shannon Airport and will soon conclude working in Co Clare. He had been responsible for the day to day running of the airport, security, engineering plus fire and rescue services. His father had worked at Shannon Airport before him.
He held his current role since July 2020 having previously been Airport Operations Director for seven years, Head of Operations for five years and Deputy Head of Airport Operations for six years.
Maloney began working at the Airport in July 1981 serving as a clerical officer with Aer Rianta, climbing the ranks to become Airport Property and Systems Manager until he became a member of staff with Shannon Airport Authority DAC.
Among the initiatives, Niall played a part in rolling out at Shannon Airport were the Aviation Gallery put together by Mike Kelly and the purpose built autism sensory room. He was also tasked with overseeing the visits of high-profile guests such as US Presidents, diplomats and celebrities.
Shannon Airport Group have announced Laois native Niall Kearns will succeed Maloney as Operations and Commercial Director.
A senior executive with over 18 years’ experience, has held a variety of operational and commercial roles. He has already joined the Shannon Group from Eirtech Aviation Services, a leading global aircraft service provider based in Shannon with whom he was Chief Commercial Officer.
He joined Eirtech in 2013, developed a global commercial team and led the global expansion of the company with airlines and leasing companies until his departure this year. Prior to this, Mr Kearns worked in the Kemmy Business School in UL, and in sales and business process improvement roles in Dell, he has lived in Limerick for 22 years.
