Banking Circle Group has appointed Ralph Hamers as Chairman of its Group Board of Directors, effective April 20, 2026, as the company prepares for its next stage of international expansion.
The move comes at a time of strong momentum for the financial infrastructure platform, which serves payment service providers, fintechs, banks, marketplaces, corporates, and online merchants worldwide. Banking Circle has now surpassed €500 million in revenue, supported by high client retention, international growth, and continued investment in products, technology, and regulatory reach.
Hamers brings deep experience in global financial services, having previously served as Group CEO of both UBS and ING. He also adds hands-on fintech insight through advisory roles with fast-growing scale-ups including Arta and Grab.
Ralph Hamers said he sees Banking Circle as a unique platform operating at the intersection of banking, technology, and regulation, and highlighted its strong value proposition for clients scaling across markets.
Anders La Cour, Co-Founder and CEO of Banking Circle Group, said Hamers’ experience will be important as the business continues to scale and prepares for its next growth chapter. EQT’s Christian Shin Andersen also noted that the appointment strengthens governance around one of Europe’s most important financial infrastructure platforms.
With its clearing and settlement capabilities supporting seamless cross-border payments, Banking Circle is positioning itself for a broader global role — and Hamers’ appointment signals clear ambition for that next phase.