Strengthening Connections, Shaping the Future: ATMIA Europe & Emerging Markets

Dear Members and Colleagues,

Welcome to our October edition of the ATMIA Europe and Emerging Markets newsletter!

As we move into the final quarter of 2026, we are continuing to strengthen our regional community through education, advocacy, connections, and visibility. From our Emerging Markets webinar series to exciting developments within our Regional Board, there is plenty happening across Europe and the Emerging Markets.

Here’s what’s new this month!

🌍 Emerging Markets Webinar Series Kicks Off!

We kicked off October with the first webinar in our Emerging Markets Webinar Series, sponsored by NCR Atleos.

The series brings together industry experts to explore the opportunities, challenges, and developments shaping access to financial services across emerging markets. These sessions offer valuable regional insights, practical perspectives, and opportunities to learn from the experiences of different countries.

Missed the first webinar? The recording is available to watch on the ATMIA website, so you can catch up at your convenience.

We have more webinars planned for November, with further details to follow. Keep an eye on your inbox and the ATMIA website for upcoming announcements.

A big thank you to NCR Atleos for supporting the launch of this important initiative!

💷 Coming Up: Access to Cash Webinar

Date: 17 November 2026

Time: 11:00 AM UK time

Sponsored by: SBV

Access to cash remains a critical issue across many markets, with important implications for financial inclusion, consumer choice, and the resilience of payment systems.

Join us for our upcoming Access to Cash webinar, sponsored by SBV, as we continue the conversation around the importance of maintaining access to cash and ensuring communities have the financial services they need.

Whether you are a bank, ATM operator, cash-in-transit provider, technology company, or another stakeholder in the cash ecosystem, this session is an opportunity to gain insights and engage with an issue that affects the entire industry.

Secure your place!

REGISTER FOR THE ACCESS TO CASH WEBINAR

We look forward to welcoming you online!

🤝 Introducing Our New EEM Board Chairman: Axel de Blok

We are delighted to announce that Axel de Blok of dormakaba has taken on the role of Chairman of the ATMIA Europe and Emerging Markets (EEM) Board, with immediate effect, through to December 2027.

Axel, AVP Global Strategic Sales SAL/AS AMER at dormakaba, will help lead the Regional Board as we continue to develop our initiatives, strengthen member engagement, and build connections across Europe and the Emerging Markets.

His leadership comes at an important time for our region as we look ahead to new opportunities for collaboration, industry engagement, and growth.

Please join us in congratulating Axel on his appointment and in supporting him as he takes on this role.

Read the Press Release

We would also like to thank our Board members for their continued commitment, contributions and support in helping ATMIA represent the interests of our diverse regional community.

Together, we can continue to CONNECT and COLLABORATE to strengthen our industry.

📣 Get Involved with ATMIA EEM

Our regional community is strongest when members actively participate, share their experiences, and help shape the conversations that matter to our industry.

As we look towards the remainder of 2026 and into 2027, we encourage you to:

• Join our webinars and share your perspectives on key industry issues.
• Engage with the Regional Board and help shape initiatives relevant to your market.
• Share your regional insights so we can better represent the opportunities and challenges facing our industry.
• Connect with fellow members to exchange knowledge, build relationships, and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Are you interested in contributing to an upcoming webinar, sharing a country case study, or getting more involved in our regional activities? We would love to hear from you.

If your organisation is not yet an ATMIA member, now is an excellent time to become part of our growing community and help shape the future of the ATM and cash industry across Europe and the Emerging Markets.

Looking Ahead

Thank you for your continued support of ATMIA Europe and Emerging Markets. We look forward to bringing you more educational opportunities, regional insights, and opportunities to connect in the coming months.

Stay connected. Share your voice. Help shape our industry's future.

Warm regards,

Erika Navarrete

CONNECT and COLLABORATE