EIOPA press release – Frankfurt, 03 February, 2011
Gabriel Bernardino will be the first Chairman of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA).
Mr. Bernardino was elected by the Board of Supervisors of EIOPA on 10 January, 2011. His nomination followed a pre-selection of the European Commission
and was confirmed by the European Parliament today after a public hearing held on 1 February, 2011.
Mr. Bernardino is expected to assume his responsibilities on 1 March, 2011.