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Ingenico's Leadership Transition

Ingenico, a prominent name in payment acceptance solutions, has officially announced the appointment of Floris de Kort as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective November 1, 2025. This strategic move comes as the company navigates the next phase of its growth and innovation journey.

Floris de Kort takes over the reins from Laurent Blanchard, who has stepped down to explore other opportunities after contributing significantly since joining Ingenico in 2023. As recognized by Catherine Guillouard, chairwoman of the Supervisory Board, Laurent's tenure has been marked by visionary leadership, steering the company through challenging market conditions while maintaining a strong focus on business targets, customer needs, and an innovative company culture.

Under Blanchard’s guidance, Ingenico made substantial strides in becoming a leader in software and services within the payments ecosystem. His ability to redefine Ingenico's mission laid a solid foundation for future success, ensuring a capable team is set for the forthcoming challenges.

In welcoming Floris de Kort, the Supervisory Board expressed enthusiasm for his extensive experience and proven track record in the payments sector. De Kort has held several prominent positions across global organizations, most recently serving as CEO of Thunes, a fast-growing cross-border payments network. He has previously led Worldpay’s Global eCommerce division to success, culminating in an IPO in 2015, followed by his role at Xplor Technologies, enhancing his expertise in software and integrated payments solutions.

With Floris de Kort at the helm, Ingenico aims to leverage its strong foundation to accelerate global expansion and drive innovation in the payment industry. The transition comes during a pivotal moment, with the company poised to establish itself further as a trusted leader for merchants, banks, and strategic partners.

Laurent Blanchard reflected on his experience as CEO, stating, "It has been an honor to lead Ingenico during its transformative journey. I take pride in the accomplishments we achieved together and believe that Ingenico's culture of innovation and its talented workforce position it well for future success. I extend my best wishes to the global team as they embark on this next chapter."

In response to his new role, Floris de Kort expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I am honored to join Ingenico at such a crucial time. The company holds a unique position in the payments ecosystem, and I look forward to collaborating with the team to enhance our global offerings, accelerate growth, and deliver exceptional solutions to our customers."

About Ingenico

Founded over 45 years ago, Ingenico is known as a global leader in payments acceptance solutions. Their technology empowers a broad spectrum of clients, including merchants, banks, and fintech companies, delivering secure, innovative terminals and services that enhance payment acceptance worldwide. With a mission rooted in reliability and customer trust, Ingenico continuously shapes the future of commerce, creating pathways for financial transactions that facilitate smoother market operations.

As Ingenico steps into this new chapter under de Kort’s leadership, the industry watches closely, anticipating significant advancements that promise to reshape the payments landscape globally.