Building on the success of previous CEIOPS Conferences, EIOPA will be offering a platform for distinguished speakers and representatives to exchange views and for participants to acquire a fascinating insight into the future of supervision in the European insurance and occupational pensions sectors.

This year has been a decisive year for European Financial Supervision. The newly established European Supervisory Authorities, and in particular EIOPA, will contribute to a more consistent and convergent supervisory process, increasing financial stability and reinforcing the protection of citizens' interests.

This year's programme will include a key note speech from Internal Market Commissioner, Michel Barnier on "EU Insurance Regulation - Challenges and Opportunities". There will also be three stimulating panel sessions on:

• Solvency II, bringing views on how Solvency II will work in practice,
• Occupational Pensions, focusing on the Commission's planned revision of the IORP Directive; and
• Consumer Protection, assessing EIOPA's commitment to take a »leading role« in protecting policyholders, pension scheme members and their beneficiaries.
  

The wealth of expertise of this year's speakers and representatives will provide participants with in-depth analysis and high quality discussion, while the Conference will be an ideal networking opportunity in the dynamic setting of the FRANKFURT EURO FINANCE WEEK.