The former Latvian prime minister Valdia Dombrovskis has filled the slot vacated by Phil Hogan after his resignation in late August.
The influential EU trade portfolio is seen as a crucial role as the post Brexit trade negotiations reach their culmination.
Apparently Jedward threw their hat into the ring to take the post - if only.
The EU also named ex-Irish agricultural journalist Mairead McGuinness as the new Irish commissioner for financial services and stability and capital markets.
Congratulations to the new Commissioner in her challenging new role.
