The new Hong Kong office, which is scheduled to open on 1 December 2011, will be headed by Cecelia Zhong, head of business development china, who previously managed NYSE Liffe’s China initiatives from London.

Zhong and her team will further strengthen their strategic exchange alliances in China and Hong Kong; as well as generate business from Chinese investors for NYSE Liffe’s markets.

NYSE Euronext group EVP and head of global derivatives Garry Jones said that today’s markets are increasingly interconnected and global. With the expansion of NYSE Liffe’s business in the region, the new Hong Kong office not only highlights their commitment to the region as a group, but it will enhance their service to members and customers; as well as develop relationships with new clients.