The chief executive of the DAA, Kenny Jacobs will take “time out of the business” after a months-long boardroom rift at the semi-state airport operator. In an email shared with staff this evening and seen by the Irish Independent, the board confirmed Mr Jacobs will no longer serve as chief executive. The message was sent to all DAA employees this evening around 9pm from the DAA Chief People Officer Siobhan Griffin. In combination with the DAA executive, the recent appointment of Nick Cole as Deputy CEO ensures there will be continuity of leadership throughout this period. “The board has also asked me to express its continued confidence in daa as an organisation and in our people.

Source: Irish Independent December 24, 2025 04:56 UTC