Maltese nationality. Married with two children.

European Commissioner for Environment, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries 

• 2014-present

Minister for Tourism and Aviation 

• 2013-2014

Chairman of the Orange Travel Group

• 2010-2013

Group Coordinator for the Labour Party Parliamentary Group 

• 2008-13

Executive Chairman of Corinthia's Mediterranean Construction Co

• 2008-10

Executive Chairman of Corinthia Hotels International 

• 2001-07

Master's degree in Tourism Management

• 2000

Tourism Minister 

• 1996-98

Industry Minister

• 1984-87

Minister for Public Works 

• 1981-83

Member of the Maltese Parliament 

• 1976-2014

Architect, Director in various companies

• 1973-81

Bachelor's degree in Architecture and Civil Engineering 

• 1973