Atrium Networks, providers of smarter connectivity for the financial community announced today that it is offering connectivity to Turquoise, the multi-lateral trading facility established by nine leading European investment banks.
Commenting on the connectivity to Turquoise, Emmanuel Pellé, Director of Sales and Marketing of Atrium Network said, "For the first time in Europe, clients have choices when trading European equities. At Atrium Network we fully support efforts by Turquoise and other industry participants to provide greater competition in trading, clearing and settlement. However, choice can only be realised through connectivity and we are proud to offer our clients' access to Turquoise. Atrium Network's clients can take full advantage of the competitive price and cost opportunities on offer via our community extranet. Through a single point of connection, they will have access to the emerging liquidity pools and, as such, Atrium Network helps them fulfil their best execution obligations."
Commenting on the announcement, Yann L'Huillier, the Turquoise Chief Technology Officer said, "We are delighted that Atrium Network's diverse customer base is now well positioned to connect to Turquoise. We welcome the efforts that Atrium Network is making to provide low cost connectivity solutions for the financial services industry."