Eurex names ex-ABN AMRO Clearing Bank chief exec as new CEO

Michael Peters is set to retire in September following three decades in the business.

Robbert Booij is set to take over as chief executive of Eurex Frankfurt AG, effective from 1 July 2024, succeeding Michael Peters in the role.

Michael Peters

Michael Peters, chief executive of Eurex Frankfurt AG since July 2020 and member of the Eurex executive board since 2006, has decided to step down at the end of June and to retire in 2024 later this year. 

Speaking to his departure, Peters said: “I am very pleased of what Eurex has achieved in the last 25 years. I am extremely grateful to the entire team and our clients for supporting us and me personally to grow Eurex as a globally leading marketplace. I cannot think of a better successor than Robbert. I am convinced he will drive Eurex passionately forward.”

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Booij, who is joining the Eurex executive board in May, most recently served as chief executive of ABN AMRO Clearing, having been appointed in 2018. 

He has also previously held senior positions at: ICE Clear Netherlands, AFN, and the FCA. 

Booij is also currently chair of the European Advisory Board and member of the Global Board at FIA, as well as having previously served as chair of the Eurex exchange council. 

“I know Eurex well from my current role at ABN AMRO Clearing Bank N.V. and had the honour to be the Chairman of the Eurex Exchange Council. Eurex is a global derivatives powerhouse, both in trading and clearing,” said Booij.

“I feel very privileged to be appointed as CEO of Eurex Frankfurt AG. I am excited to work with the team and Eurex’s clients in my new role, and to build upon the great achievements delivered under the leadership of Michael.”

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