28 September 2026 : ECPA elects new Board, reinforcing its commitment to digital payment sovereignty in Europe
ECPA elects new Board, reinforcing its commitment to digital payment sovereignty in Europe
The European Card Payment Association (ECPA) has elected Hugo Araújo, representing SIBS MB, as its new Chairman, and Philippe Kempeners, representing Bancontact Company, as its new Vice-Chairman, following a unanimous vote by the Association’s members.
As Chairman, Hugo Araújo will lead an association representing 8 European payment schemes, with a combined user base of more than 100 million citizens. Collectively, these schemes process over 40 billion transactions annually, playing a critical role in the development, innovation, and integration of digital payments across Europe.
Drawing on his extensive experience in the payments industry, Araújo is committed to strengthening ECPA’s position as a leading voice in advancing European payment sovereignty.