The French Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Luis Vassy, sounded the gong this morning at Beursplein 5 during a visit to get to know the heart of the Dutch capital world, which is has close ties to France. He and his colleagues were welcomed by Simone Huis in ‘t Veld, CEO of Euronext Amsterdam, and René van Vlerken, Head of Listing of Euronext Amsterdam..

Megan Roodenburg, 14 years old, is one of many Dutch citizens diagnosed with a metabolic disease. Together, HRH Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands and Megan Roodenburg, rang the gong to raise awareness of metabolic diseases. Over the past few months, under the leadership of HRH Princess Laurentien, a foundation was established to connect patients, families, doctors, and charities for better treatment for all suffering from metabolic diseases. Simone Huis in ‘t Veld, CEO Euronext Amsterdam, welcomed them as they opened trading.

This morning, Menno van Hoven, Investment Specialist, sounded the gong to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Dividend Portfolio of Beleggers Belangen. The dividend portfolio helps subscribers achieve the highest possible return in the long term. The group was welcomed by Rauke Wouda, Senior Product Developer Derivatives Netherlands of Euronext Amsterdam.

Responsible investing is becoming increasingly important now that more Dutch people are looking for a way to make a return on their money and savings. During Dutch Investor Week, there are multiple national initiatives where private investors can expand their knowledge. One of which is the Beleggersfair (Investorfair) on Friday 15 October. Euronext Amsterdam will be attending the fair as well. Rauke Wouda, Senior Product Developer Derivatives Netherlands, welcomed the organisation of this initiative, and Lisa Ettema, Beleggersfair Event Manager, marked the start of the week with a loud sounding of the gong.

In celebration of International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)’s World Investor Week 2021, Euronext colleagues from all seven exchanges ? (Amsterdam, Brussels, Dublin, Lisbon, Milan, Oslo, Paris) came together and joined The World Federation of Exchanges to ? “Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy”.
#WIW2021 is a week-long, global campaign promoted by International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) to raise awareness about the importance of investor education and protection and highlight the various initiatives of securities regulators in these two critical areas. 
Euronext is at the heart of European financial markets and communities, and we are committed to improving the financial knowledge, skills and attitudes beyond our organization.

Today, attention is drawn to the importance of education and protection of (private) investors in seven Euronext countries. This series of gong- and bell ceremonies marks the start of the fifth edition of World Investor Week, an initiative Euronext has embraced. At Euronext, Dirk Donker, Head of Financial Derivatives, and René van Vlerken, Head of Listing, sounded the gong together with colleagues.

Van Lanschot Kempen celebrates the 50th anniversary of Investment Club ‘t Stockpaert. Jan Knol, Founder of Investment Club ‘t Stockpaert, sounded the gong this morning with Richard Bruens, member of the Managing Board at Van Lanschot Kempen. They were welcomed by Robin van Rijn, Client Relationship Manager at Euronext Amsterdam. 

Today, eight ETF’s from the Franklin LibertySharesTM range listed on Euronext Amsterdam. To celebrate Caroline Baron, Head of ETF Sales, EMEA at Franklin Templeton, sounded the gong this morning. She was welcomed by Dirk Donker, Head of Retail Services at Euronext. 

Thomas Mackenbrock, Chief Executive Officer of Majorel Group Luxembourg S.A., sounded the gong today to celebrate the company’s listing on Euronext Amsterdam. He was welcomed by Simone Huis in ‘t Veld, CEO of Euronext Amsterdam. Majorel is a global provider of next-generation end-to-end customer experience (CX) solutions for leading digital-native and vertical brands.

Sir Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group and members of UMG’s corporate executive team sounded the gong today live at the Euronext market opening. During this traditional gong ceremony, the newly listed company was welcomed to Euronext by Simone Huis in ‘t Veld (CEO Euronext Amsterdam) and René van Vlerken (Head of Listing Euronext Amsterdam).

Pim Verlaan, founder of the popular podcast Jong Beleggen, sounded the gong at Beursplein 5 this morning. To celebrate the product launch of PortfolioDividendTracker.com. The tracker will be available for everyone starting 16 September. He was welcomed by Rauke Wouda, Senior Product Developer Derivatives Netherlands of Euronext Amsterdam.

Today is the 25th anniversary of the foundation of the Prince Claus Fund. To celebrate this milestone, Ila Kasem, Chair of the Board of the Fund, sounded the gong at Beursplein 5 this morning. He was welcomed by Cees Colijn, HR Director of Euronext Amsterdam. The Prince Claus Fund was founded 25 years ago as a tribute to HRH Prince Claus of the Netherlands on his 70th birthday, and internationally supports, honours, and connects artists and cultural practitioners.

Today, is the launch of the 8th edition of the Finance Run. The Finance Run is an annual running and networking event within the financial industry. The Finance Run will raise money for two charities this year: Kikid and Emma at Work. Marlies van Hilten, Director of Emma at Work, sounded the gong at Beursplein 5 this morning. She was welcomed by Anastasia Kremleva, Head of Operational Client Services at Euronext Amsterdam, and a participant in Finance Run 2021. 

First listed on 23 August 1946, Dutch real estate investment company Wereldhave N.V. celebrates its 75th anniversary on the Amsterdam exchange. Matthijs Storm, CEO of Wereldhave N.V., sounded the gong this morning to commemorate this milestone. He was welcomed by Alexander Voorham, Listing Account Manager at Euronext Amsterdam.

Apricus won the UK finals of the Blue Finance Challenge. Lottie Newell, Managing Director of Apricus, sounded the gong virtually to mark this occasion. Together with fellow students from Tiffin Girl’s School. Apricus is aiming to make fashionable clothes more sustainable and environmentally friendly. She was welcomed by Hanne Michiels, HR Officer at Euronext Amsterdam and Ambassador of the Blue Finance Challenge. The Blue Challenge is an international partnership between JA Europe and Euronext N.V. for young Blue Economy entrepreneurs.

Aren van Dam, Sponsor & Managing Director of New Amsterdam Invest, sounded the gong today on the occasion of the listing of New Amsterdam Invest, a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) with a focus on real estate assets. He was welcomed by Simone Huis in ‘t Veld, CEO of Euronext Amsterdam.

This month, IEX Group N.V. celebrated the move of its headquarters, now located at Beursplein 5. Lucia Rodenburg, Editor at IEX, sounded the gong on this occasion. She was welcomed by Firos Joeman, Facilities Management at Euronext Amsterdam. IEX Group N.V. is a cross-media company and an information source for the private investor.

Yesterday, The Dutch Association for Investor Relations (NEVIR) awarded the 2021 Dutch IR Awards. On this occasion, Michel Aupers, Manager Investor Relations at Royal BAM Group and furthermore winner of the AScX IR Professional Award, sounded the gong. He was welcomed by Alexander Voorham, Account Manager Listing, at Euronext Amsterdam. NEVIR is the representative body and advocacy organization for Investor Relations Officers at Dutch listed companies.