Corporate Governance

“The bank has delivered steady and healthy profits even in the most turbulent months and years. Nevertheless, the year 2009 was not like any other year for the Board of Directors. The financial turmoil influenced all our work.

In challenging times, rules, procedures and guidelines safeguarding sound decision-making and prudent risk-taking are tested. Corporate governance in its broadest sense makes the difference. It is all about having straightforward and systematic decision making processes assuring clarity of responsibilities, avoiding conflicts of interest and ensuring satisfactory transparency. Governance shall enable the shareholders to take on responsibility and to influence the companies.

Good corporate governance facilitates sound strategy and competent management supporting a healthy corporate culture and successful business activities. It gives the company a competitive edge and enhances trust in the capital market.”

Hans Dalborg,
Chairman of the Board of Directors

Nordea follows generally adopted principles of corporate governance including the rules and principles set forth in the Swedish Code of Corporate Governance (the Code).

Shareholder meetings

Learn more about Nordea's shareholder meetings.
Annual General Meetings | Shareholder Information Meeting

Board and management

Meet Nordea's Board of Directors and members of Group Executive Management.
Board of Directors Resumés | GEM Management

Corporate governance structure

Learn more about how management and control is divided in Nordea.
Corporate governance structure