Geoff Muirhead CBE

Biography

Geoff Muirhead is the Non-Executive Chairman of ASK Developments, Chairman of the North West Rail Campaign, Chairman of the Institute for Public Policy Research Commission on Northern Economic Future and Chairman of the Atlantic Gateway Programme.

Career

Geoff is a qualified civil and structural engineer who joined Manchester Airport in 1988 as their Director of Development and Planning, becoming Chief Executive in 1994. During his time at Manchester Group he was responsible for leading the planning and delivery of Manchester Airport’s second runway. He retired from the role in October 2010.

Previous roles in government

  • Commissioner D - Airports Commission