bpost: chairman of board of directors steps down

Mr. François Cornelis has decided to resign as bpost independent director with effect from March 31, 2021.

The Board of Directors respects Mr. François Cornelis’ choice and wishes to express its gratitude to François Cornelis for his commitment and dedication to bpost.

Until the appointment of a new chairman by the Board of Directors following the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on May 12, 2021 , the Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Ray Stewart (independent director) as chairman of the Board of Directors and Mr. Mike Stone (independent director) as chairman of the Strategic Committee. Mr. Laurent Levaux (non-executive director) remains chairman of the Remuneration & Nominations Committee.