Name: Noel Hanlon
Age: 59
Position: Chairman of Aer Rianta
Career: Former factory owner and car dealer. Has several property interests. His involvement in State companies goes back to 1980 when he was appointed a director of Aer Lingus. Has served as chairman of the VHI and Foir Teo. Currently helping Aer Rianta prepare its future strategy in his role as chairman of the State airports operator
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Interests: Power boating, reading
Why is he in the news?: The Government has announced the remit of the proposed airports regulator who will be responsible for setting the charges Aer Rianta levies on airline operators