By consolidating direct connectivity, streamlined post‑trade processes, and high‑quality servicing standards, the framework supports the growing international demand for exposure to Greece’s dynamic and resilient equity market.
Under this model, SIX assumes the role of a direct participant at ATHEXCSD, enabling the safekeeping of Greek equity instruments directly at the central securities depository. Piraeus Bank, drawing on its local market expertise and established infrastructure, provides the interface between SIX and ATHEXCSD, ensuring seamless connectivity, process integrity, and full adherence to Greek market practices.
Christos Megalou, CEO of Piraeus Financial Holdings commented: “Piraeus Bank is pleased to collaborate with SIX, a globally recognized provider of integrated financial‑markets solutions and infrastructure services. Through this partnership, we are strengthening international investor connectivity to the Greek market by implementing a seamless, transparent, and operationally robust direct‑access model – introduced for the first time in Greece – which enhances the market’s structural stability, reliability, and overall quality of service delivery.”
Francisco Béjar, Head Custody at SIX commented: “Our partnership with Piraeus Bank marks an important step in expanding the footprint of SIX in Greece. It enables us to offer institutional investors a more efficient, secure, and consistently delivered access route into Greek equities. This initiative underscores our commitment to enhancing cross‑border accessibility and elevating service quality through robust operational standards and resilient infrastructure. By combining Piraeus Bank’s local insight with the global capabilities of SIX, we are strongly positioned to generate sustainable value and meet the evolving expectations of institutional investors worldwide.”