Robbert Booij to Join Eurex as CEO of Eurex Frankfurt AG, Succeeding Michael Peters

(Robbert Booij. Picture Source: Deutsche Börse)

Eurex, Europe's leading derivatives exchange and part of Deutsche Börse Group, announced that Robbert Booij will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Eurex Frankfurt AG starting from 1 July 2024, succeeding Michael Peters.

Booij, who currently serves as CEO Europe at ABN AMRO Clearing Bank N.V., will also join the Executive Board of Eurex Frankfurt AG on 1 May 2024. Michael Peters, who has been CEO of Eurex Frankfurt AG since July 2020 and a member of the Eurex Executive Board since 2006, has decided to step down as CEO by the end of June and plans to retire in September 2024.

Thomas Book, Member of the Executive Board of Deutsche Börse, responsible for Trading & Clearing, commented on the appointment: "I am deeply thankful for Michael's huge contribution and commitment to Deutsche Börse Group during his impressive career since he first joined Deutsche Terminbörse in 1991. Michael was instrumental to Eurex's success. Now, I am excited that Robbert Booij joins our team. Robbert has an excellent background in the derivatives industry. With his client perspective, he is the perfect candidate to lead Eurex Frankfurt AG. Together with Erik Müller, CEO of Eurex Clearing, we will have two very strong leaders to ensure Eurex' success in the future."

Booij brings with him a wealth of experience in the financial services industry, spanning over two decades. He has been a part of ABN AMRO for nearly 17 years. Throughout his tenure at the bank, he has held several key positions, including Senior Risk Manager of Operational Risk, Deputy Head of Global Business Control, and Managing Director of the London branch & Vice Chairman of the Europe region at ABN AMRO Clearing.

Prior to his time at ABN AMRO, Booij gained regulatory and compliance expertise at national regulators such as the Netherlands Authority For the Financial Markets (Autoriteit Financiële Markten, AMF) and the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Booij's contributions extend beyond his role at ABN AMRO. From December 2019 to December 2022, he served as the Chairman of the Exchange Council at Eurex. Additionally, since September 2014, Booij has held the position of Chair of the European Advisory Board and member of the Global Board at the Futures Industry Association (FIA).

Robbert Booij said: "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. 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."

Michael Peters added: "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."