Globenewswire·2026-02-20 17:18Core Viewpoint - Klépierre announces the conclusion of Mr. David Simon's tenure as Chairman of the Supervisory Board after 14 years, highlighting his exceptional leadership and strategic insight [2][3]. Company Overview - Klépierre is the European leader in shopping malls, focusing exclusively on continental Europe, with a portfolio valued at €21.2 billion as of December 31, 2025 [5]. - The company operates large shopping centers in over 10 countries in Continental Europe, attracting more than 720 million visitors annually [5]. - Klépierre is a French REIT (SIIC) listed on Euronext Paris and is included in the CAC Next 20 and EPRA Euro Zone Indexes, as well as various ethical indexes [5]. Leadership Changes - The Vice-Chairwoman will serve as the interim Chair of the Supervisory Board immediately following Mr. Simon's departure, ensuring the Board remains equipped to fulfill its duties [3]. - The Board will convene to consider Mr. Simon's succession in due course [3].