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Farnborough Airport, the birthplace of British aviation and Europe’s leading airport for premium air travel connectivity, has announced the appointment of internationally respected aviation and infrastructure leader Declan Collier as Independent Non-Executive Director. The appointment further strengthens the Board as the Airport, operating under the ownership of Macquarie Asset Management (MAM), continues to deliver its long-term growth strategy.
Declan joined the Board of Farnborough Aiport on 22nd October 2026, bringing more than three decades of executive and non-executive leadership experience from across the aviation, transportation and infrastructure sectors. His appointment comes at an important time for Farnborough Airport as it continues to deliver its long-term strategy focused on operational excellence, innovation, sustainability and customer experience.
In a distinguished career, Declan has previously been Chief Executive Officer of both Dublin Airport Authority and London City Airport and more recently served as a Non-Executive Director of Schiphol Airports Group. He is currently Chair of Belfast City Airport and is the Chair of the UK Office of Rail and Road. Declan’s previous board experience also includes Allied Irish Banks, Aer Rianta International and Airports Council International, where he served as Chair of both the European and World Boards.
Commenting on his appointment, Simon Geere, Executive Chair of Farnborough Airport, said: "We are delighted to welcome Declan to the Farnborough Airport Board. Declan brings extensive experience of leading and advising businesses through periods of growth, transformation and investment. His insights and independent perspective will be a significant asset to the Board and wider leadership team."
Shawn Kinder, MAM Head of Transport for EMEA, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Declan to the Farnborough Airport team. He joins at an important point in the airport’s journey, following the appointment of Marine as CEO and Simon’s transition to Chairman. Together, this strengthened leadership team will help guide Farnborough Airport through its next phase of growth, building on its position as Greater London’s leading business aviation airport.”
Declan Collier said: "Farnborough Airport has established itself as a leader in business aviation, recognised internationally for its focus on innovation, sustainability and delivering an exceptional customer experience. I am pleased to be joining the Board at such an exciting stage in the Airport's development and look forward to working with my fellow Board members and the wider team to support the next phase of the Airport's growth and success."
