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Options Flow Traders

Euronext adds options Flow Traders to Spotlight segment

Flow Traders (option trading symbol: FLW) celebrates the launch of Spotlight options on its shares by opening trading at Beursplein 5. Co-CEO Sjoerd Rietberg sounds the gong.

“We are pleased that Euronext has taken the initiative to launch options on our share”, said Sjoerd Rietberg,co-CEO of Flow Traders. ''As a liquidity provider in the fast growing global  ETP markets, we believe the addition of options to complement our Euronext stock trading will further enhance the visibility of our company in the marketplace and multiply ways in which investors can participate in our company.”

Flow Traders is an independent technology-enabled liquidity provider in Exchange Traded Products (ETPs). Flow Traders was founded in 2004 in Amsterdam and has grown into a globally operating fin-tech company with over 200 employees. With offices in Amsterdam, Singapore and Cluj, Flow Traders is active on 94 trading venues in 32 countries. In total, Flow Traders provides liquidity in over 4,000 ETP listing and trades in over 11,000 financial instruments.

For more information:  www.flowtraders.com

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AkzoNobel's Sikkens Kleurinitiatief

AkzoNobel's Sikkens Kleurinitiatief opens trading

Kees Ekelmans, Managing Director Benelux, AkzoNobel Decorative Paints, part of the Euronext listed AkzoNobel (ticker symbol: AKZA) sounds the gong at the Amsterdam exchange to launch a colourful season for Dutch primary schools.

This school year several employees of the paint manufacturer provide primary schools throughout the Netherlands with free paint jobs. This programme called Sikkens Kleurinitiatief NL stems from the desire of employees to be socially active in their immediate surroundings. Sikkens Kleurinitiatief NL fits into AkzoNobel's program "Human Cities" which aims among others  to make cities and our environment more colourful. Kees Ekelmans, Managing Director Benelux, AkzoNobel Decorative Paints: "It’s very important to us to take responsibility and contribute to our society. Is there a better place to start with than in schools and inspire our children?"

The painting is done by students of Regional Education Centers and painting academies. They carry out their internship in the Kleurinitiatief NL, under the supervision of a retired paint professional. Pupils from primary schools receive, in addition to a beautifully painted room, also an education pack, and learn about colour and the craft of painting.

For more information:  www.sikkens.nl/nl/kleurinitiatief

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TomTom Spark

TomTom opens trading and launched TomTom Spark

TomTom (ticker symbol: TOM2) opens trading today to celebrate the launch of the new TomTom Spark, the all-new fitness watch with integrated music player, making it easier for fitness enthusiasts to boost their training. Corinne Vigreux, co-founder and MD of Consumer sounds the gong with colleagues of the development and launch team of the TomTom Spark.

At TomTom the mission is to make technology so easy to use, that everyone can achieve more. They created easy to use navigation devices, helping millions of people to get where they want to be. Today, they continue to simplify the complex, making technology more accessible for everyone.

TomTom serves four different markets: Consumer, Telematics, Automotive and Licensing. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Amsterdam, TomTom has over 4,200 employees worldwide and sells their products in over 46 countries.

For more information: www.tomtom.com

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Duisenberg Honours Programme

Launch Duisenberg Honours Programme by sounding gong

As of 1 September 2015, the Duisenberg School of Finance has integrated its educational programmes into the Duisenberg Honours Programmeof VU University Amsterdam and the University of Amsterdam. To highlight this occasion Willem Verschoor, dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business of VU University Amsterdam, sounds the gong.

The Duisenberg Honours Programme provides the Dutch industry with new high-quality finance programmes. The programme offers selected students additional challenges and opportunities to deepen their master studies. By integrating the former DSF programmes into the Master of Science Duisenberg Honours Programme at VU and UvA a powerful combination is created of academic and professional excellence. The academic honours programme has a strong alignment and close collaboration with the financial sector. This way, it meets the demand of the financial industry for highly-qualified fresh graduates.

For more information: www.vu.nl

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Euronext indexmotion

Euronext celebrates launch of indexmotion

Today Euronext celebrates the launch of indexmotion, the new fully customisable index service that offers index calculation across equities, commodities and currencies 23 hours a day and five days a week, with three end-of-day runs reflecting market close in Asia, Europe and the Americas. By launching indexmotion, Euronext is responding to the growing interest amongst investors in index-type products. Michael Hodgson, Head of Information Services at Euronext, sounds the gong.

indexmotion is designed to be able to support anyone that has an index idea or benchmarking need, ranging from tier one banks looking to outsource their own indices to ETF/ETP providers that want to develop new and unique product ideas to market. The index service offers the client oversight of the design, calculation, distribution and commercialisation to develop an idea into a fully-managed commercially distributable solution. A team of dedicated Euronext specialists will be in place to provide support resulting in a more efficient delivery process and a significantly reduced time to market. Moreover indexmotion has a very broad reach as the index data can be distributed over the infrastructure and network of the 400 authorised data redistributors that deliver other Euronext data products.

Euronext also continues to focus on its existing indices. Since the start of the year it has already signed over 50 one-off index licence agreements as well as several blanket index licence agreements. The number of products listed on Euronext, linked to its blue chip indices, increased by 43% while the ETFs linked to Euronext’s main indices saw a net inflow of EURO 550 million.

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RTL Z

RTL Z launches 24/7 TV Channel

The renewed RTL Z celebrates their launch by opening trading. Director RTL Z The Netherlands, Bert Habets, sounds the gong.

RTL Z, that broadcasts daily from the Amsterdam trading floor,  debutes a broader focus on not only the news but background stories and entertainment as well. Topics such as personal finance, business, innovation and lifestyle will be given extra attention, while the news, including breaking news, and the exchange remain important keystones.

With its own TV channel broadcasting 24/7, new website, new mobile app and social media channels, Z is accessible anytime and anywhere. Programs are available on demand, online and through the app. On TV, RTL Z broadcasts to-the-point throughout the day and remains the breaking news channel for RTL Nederland. In the evening there is room for analysis, interpretation and entertainment.

For more information: www.rtlnieuws.nl

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Jordaan Festival

Sounding of the gong kicks off Jordaan Festival

By sounding the gong, organisor Jan de Bie kicks off the 41^st edition of the Jordaan Festival. He is accompanied by singer Mick Harren.

The Jordaan Festival was founded in 1975 and celebrates the diversity of the former working class district Jordaan. The event is being held from 4 – 6 September and is sponsored by, among others, De Telegraaf, subsidiary of Euronext-listed Telegraaf Media Groep (ticker symbol: TMG). 

For more information: www.jordaanfestival.nl

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Winner Czech Golf Masters

Golfer Thomas Pieters rings opening bell

Thomas Pieters, the youngest Belgian golf pro ever to win a tournament on the European Tour, opened today's market in Brussels with a Bell Ceremony.

Thomas Pieters (23) recently won the Czech Masters, the biggest victory of his career so far, which immediately ranked him in the European top 60.

This weekend Thomas Pieters participates in the "Kings of Golf"exhibition tournament in Knokke. Nicolas Colsaerts and Marcel Siem will be his opponents at this tournement.

Van Gogh Museum

Van Gogh Museum sounds gong for new entrance

Axel Rüger, director of the Amsterdam Van Gogh Museum, sounds the gong on the occasion of the opening of the new building entrance on 5 September. He is accompanied by a delegation of Euronext-listed sponsors Van Lanschot (ticker symbol: LANS) and Heineken (ticker symbol: HEIA). 

Construction to move the main entrance to Museumplein has gone very well. It has been delivered within the tight eighteen-month deadline, and on budget. The all-glass entrance hall features high-quality structural engineering and systems, with modern walls and flooring. There is a spacious, well-lit foyer with cloakrooms and a revamped museum shop stocked with more than 500 new products. Improved access, better logistics and more space will allow the visitors a much warmer welcome than before. Moreover, this arrangement better suits the upgraded Museumplein – all its cultural institutions now have their entrances facing the square. To mark the opening of the new entrance hall, a major event is being held on Museumplein on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September. From 4 pm on Sunday, a total of 125,000 sunflowers will be handed out to members of the public.

For more information: www.vangoghmuseum.nl

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Jeugdsportfonds and Coca-Cola

Jeugdsportfonds and Coca-Cola launch new sport season by sounding the gong

Jeugdsportfonds and Coca-Cola jointly open trading at the Amsterdam exchange to draw attention to their cooperation in order to increase the opportunities for young people to play sports. Jaap Wassink, Managing Director Netherlands of the Euronext Paris listed Coca-Cola Enterprises (ticker symbol: CCE), sounds the gong.

Jeugdsportfonds and Coca-Cola share a special ambition. Together they want to increase the ability of young people to play sports, aiming to inspire young people in secondary education for sports. Focus is specifically on young people who grow up families with insufficient funds. In order to reach more young people from this target group, Jeugdsportfonds and Coca-Cola encourage teachers to volunteer as an intermediary.

Jeugdsportfonds pay the dues of the sports and sportswear to ensure these young people can experience the fun of sports together. It is important that all young people can develop socially, mentally and physically, and so get a view of a better future. Partly due to the collaboration with Coca-Cola, more young people aged 12 to 18 years work out compared to 2013: a rise of 17 percent. With the start of the new school year and sports season, Jeugdsportfonds and Coca-Cola aim to continue this growth.

For more information: www.coca-colanederland.nl

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Fondsevent 360

Gong ceremony marks eighth edition of Fondsevent 360

The traditional sounding of the gong announces the eighth edition of Fondsevent 360, to be held on September 28 in Spant in Bussum.

Fondsevent 360 is the largest knowledge and networking event in the Netherlands for investment advisers, private bankers and asset managers. This year, the Fondsevent 360 focusses on the theme of geopolitical developments and what the consequences are for investment portfolios.

Fondsevent is organized by Fondsnieuws - part of the FD Mediagroep - and CONSPIRACYSINC in collaboration with 10 reputable funding organizations, namely: BNP Paribas Investment Partners, Delta Lloyd Asset Management, Deutsche Asset & Wealth Management, Fidelity Worldwide Investment, Henderson Global Investors, Kempen Capital Management, NN Investment Partners, Schroders, Robeco and UBS Global Asset Management.

For more information: www.fondsevent.nl

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ACTIAM

ACTIAM celebrates launch of 4 new index trackers by sounding the gong

Asset- and fund manager ACTIAM sounds the gong to celebrate the launch of 4 new index trackers. CEO Jacob de Wit opens trading.

ACTIAM N.V. assets under management are worth € 51 billion (at 30 June 2015). With its sustainable performance, services and advice, ACTIAM helps its clients to achieve their investment goals.

Jacob de Wit: “We are confident that, with these funds, we are offering a unique proposition. They are low-cost, efficient in structure and – most importantly – governed by a responsible investment policy. We extend a wholehearted welcome to investors in our index tracker products. We are grateful for the trust they are placing in ACTIAM by investing in our products. The listing of the AVIAs is an important milestone for ACTIAM and instrumental in the growth of its activities.”

For more information: www.actiam.nl

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Brabant Development Agency (BOM)

Week of Regional Entrepreneurship – BOM opens the Amsterdam Exchange

BOM Director Jan Pelle sounds the gong to highlight the particular opportunities for Brabant in the fast-growing robotics market. The Brabant Development Agency (BOM) is committed to making new innovations in technology widely available.

From 24 August to 28 August, the gong ceremony at Beursplein 5 focuses on the activity and entrepreneurship in the various regions in the Netherlands. During the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship Euronext has invited the Dutch Regional Economic Development Agencies to put their work in the spotlight. Hans Leufkens, Head of Client Coverage EnterNext: '' The Regional  Economic Development Agencies are extremely important for the growth of the Dutch economy and the acceleration of innovation. "

The mission of the BOM is to create, improve, maintain and develop the industrial and economic structure in Brabant by offering a range of professional services. Business sectors as diverse as industry, healthcare, agriculture and logistics have all benefitted from the new generation of fast and flexible industrial robots. To harness the growth of this sector, BOM has already invested in several Brabant robotics companies, including industry leader One of A Kind Technologies. The entrepreneurs behind One of A Kind will also attend the gong ceremony at Euronext Amsterdam. 

The exchange and entrepreneurship have gone hand in hand for over 400 years. Euronext plays an important role in financing the real economy. With its subsidiary EnterNext it supports entrepreneurs in their growth - along with industry partners - to develop funding initiatives in the form of loans and bonds to increase visibility of listed, medium-sized enterprises.

For more information: ww.bom.nl

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InnovationQuarter

Week of Regional Entrepreneurship – InnovationQuarter sounds gong at Euronext Amsterdam

InnovationQuarter, the regional development agency for the South Holland province, opens trading at the Amsterdam exchange and sounds the gong for innovative entrepreneurs who are seeking investment capital. Together with the InnovationQuarter Capital team, Rinke Zonneveld, Director InnovationQuarter, sounds the gong.

From 24 August to 28 August, the gong ceremony at Beursplein 5 focuses on the activity and entrepreneurship in the various regions in the Netherlands. During the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship Euronext has invited the Dutch Regional Economic Development Agencies to put their work in the spotlight. Hans Leufkens, Head of Client Coverage EnterNext: ''The Regional  Economic Development Agencies are extremely important for the growth of the Dutch economy and the acceleration of innovation.''

InnovationQuarter is the regional development agency for the South Holland province. InnovationQuarter finances innovative and fast-growing companies, assists foreign companies in establishing their businesses in West Holland, and organizes collaboration between innovative entrepreneurs, knowledge institutes and government. In this way, and in cooperation with the business community, InnovationQuarter supports the development of West Holland to become one of the most innovative regions in Europe.

The exchange and entrepreneurship have gone hand in hand for over 400 years. Euronext plays an important role in financing the real economy. With its subsidiary EnterNext it supports entrepreneurs in their growth - along with industry partners - to develop funding initiatives in the form of loans and bonds to increase visibility of listed, medium-sized enterprises.

For more information: www.innovationquarter.nl

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Limburgs Development and Investment Company (LIOF)

Week of Regional Entrepreneurship – LIOF visits Beursplein 5

Euronext welcomes Limburgs Development and Investment Company (LIOF) at Beursplein 5. Also present are directors of innovative companies that LIOF invests in, such as DynaGroup, AFTC Group, Samco Aircraft Maintenance BV, Mediaan Holding and Hartelt Fund Management. The company opens trading during the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship.

From 24 August to 28 August, the gong ceremony at Beursplein 5 focuses on the activity and entrepreneurship in the various regions in the Netherlands. During the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship Euronext has invited the Dutch Regional Economic Development Agencies to put their work in the spotlight. Hans Leufkens, Head of Client Coverage EnterNext: ''The Regional  Economic Development Agencies are extremely important for the growth of the Dutch economy and the acceleration of innovation.''

As a regional development company, Industriebank LIOF stimulates economic infrastructure improvement in Limburg by creating economic growth and jobs. As part of its efforts, LIOF is concentrating on Limburg's SMEs, with a focus on the strong industrial and logistics sectors in the province. LIOF is also working for companies in these sectors which connect with the four other 'campus domains' in Limburg: food, materials, health, and smart services.

The exchange and entrepreneurship have gone hand in hand for over 400 years. Euronext plays an important role in financing the real economy. With its subsidiary EnterNext it supports entrepreneurs in their growth - along with industry partners - to develop funding initiatives in the form of loans and bonds to increase visibility of listed, medium-sized enterprises.

For more information: www.liof.com

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Impuls Zeeland

Week of Regional Entrepreneurship – Impuls Zeeland sounds gong

NV Economische Impuls Zeeland, the regional development agency for Zeeland, sounds the gong to underline the importance of regional development for the Dutch economy. The goal of Impuls Zeeland is to increase the dynamism of the Zeeland Economy. Erwin van der Meer, Senior Manager (Foreign) Direct Investments, sounds the gong.

From 24 August to 28 August, the gong ceremony at Beursplein 5 focuses on the activity and entrepreneurship in the various regions in the Netherlands. During the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship Euronext has invited the Dutch Regional Economic Development Agencies to put their work in the spotlight. Hans Leufkens, Head of Client Coverage EnterNext: ''The Regional  Economic Development Agencies are extremely important for the growth of the Dutch economy and the acceleration of innovation.''

Impuls Zeeland visibly contributes to the development of Zeeland. They do this by linking people in surprising and innovative ways, from inside and outside the province, leading to new economic impulses. This further develops Zeeland to an innovative and healthy province. Impuls Zeeland also supports initiatives from businesses and governments, and is sponsored by the Province of Zeeland.

The exchange and entrepreneurship have gone hand in hand for over 400 years. Euronext plays an important role in financing the real economy. With its subsidiary EnterNext it supports entrepreneurs in their growth - along with industry partners - to develop funding initiatives in the form of loans and bonds to increase visibility of listed, medium-sized enterprises.

For more information: www.impulszeeland.nl

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PPM Oost

Week of Regional Entrepreneurship – PPM Oost opens trading

Regional Venture Capital Company PPM Oost kicks off the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship with the sounding of the gong by PPM Oost director Marius Prins. He opens trading together with his colleagues and members of the executive boards of the innovative companies in which PPM Oost invests,such as SlimOpgewekt, Micreos, Lagerwey, Lead Pharma,  Solmates, 2-B Energy, Huismerk Energie and Bussman Medical & Research.

From 24 August to 28 August, the gong ceremony at Beursplein 5 focuses on the activity and entrepreneurship in the various regions in the Netherlands. During the Week of Regional Entrepreneurship Euronext has invited the Dutch Regional Economic Development Agencies to put their work in the spotlight. Hans Leufkens, Head of Client Coverage EnterNext: ''The Regional  Economic Development Agencies are extremely important for the growth of the Dutch economy and the acceleration of innovation.''

PPM Oost invests in promising companies that contribute to economic growth and employment in East Netherlands, using funds made available by the central government and the provinces Gelderland and Overijssel. PPM Oost administers a fund of over € 290 million that it has invested in over 200 companies. PPM Oost is a regional venture capital company that is part of the East Netherlands Development Agency (Oost NV).

The exchange and entrepreneurship have gone hand in hand for over 400 years. Euronext plays an important role in financing the real economy. With its subsidiary EnterNext it supports entrepreneurs in their growth - along with industry partners - to develop funding initiatives in the form of loans and bonds to increase visibility of listed, medium-sized enterprises.

For more information: www.ppmoost.nl

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JCDecaux

JCDecaux opens Amsterdam exchange

Euronext Paris listed JCDecaux (ticker symbol: DEC), the number one outdoor advertising company worldwide, opens trading at Euronext.

The company is partner of Amsterdam since 1987 and responsible for supplying, managing and maintaining street furniture in the Dutch capital. In 2013 JCDecaux installed a complete new and modern line of street furniture in Amsterdam.

This week JCDecaux The Netherlands dominated the headlines with a remarkable news fact: the company donated a thousand beach chairs to the citizens and visitors of Amsterdam. With the chairs as a spot to relax amidst crowded (touristic) and less crowded places, JCDecaux, Amsterdam South and Amsterdam Marketing react on the fact that lately more and more people seem to feel that Amsterdam is getting too crowded. René Witzel, Managing Director JCDecaux The Netherlands: “With this initiative, next to our regular work, we help to improve the public and urban environment in Amsterdam.”

During the nautic event SAIL Amsterdam, with an expected two million visitors, JCDecaux is also part of an initiative that is focused on the development of mobile apps that contribute to a better public and urban environment. With this so-called Amsterdam Beacon Mile, Smart City Apps are being tested. The apps work with location based messaging through Beacons that are placed in the objects of JCDecaux and are aimed on wayfinding and serving useful information about the surroundings.

For more information: www.jcdecaux.nl

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