Important: Banca Monte Paschi Belgio (BMPB) no longer operates under that name. It was sold and has been rebranded as Aion Bank, a digital bank.
Transition History
Banca Monte Paschi Belgio was the Belgian subsidiary of Italy’s Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS) – the world’s oldest bank. The sale was part of MPS’s 2017-2021 restructuring plan as required by the European Commission following MPS’s bailout.
Sale Timeline
- October 2018: MPS announced sale agreement with Warburg Pincus for EUR 42 million
- June 2019: Warburg Pincus received regulatory approvals from the National Bank of Belgium and European Central Bank
- 2019: Acquisition completed; bank rebranded as Aion
At the time of sale, BMPB had total assets of EUR 1.5 billion, customer loans of EUR 0.8 billion, and direct funding of EUR 1 billion.
For Former Customers
Former Banca Monte Paschi Belgio customers should now access their accounts through Aion Bank:
Aion Bank: aion.be
Aion operates as a digital-first bank, offering modern banking services through its website and mobile app.
About MPS Today
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, the former parent company, has undergone significant restructuring. In November 2024, the Italian government sold a 15% stake for EUR 1.1 billion, reducing its holding to 11.7%. Banco BPM acquired 5% and Anima Holding 3%. In January 2026, MPS launched a EUR 13.3 billion takeover bid for Mediobanca, marking its return as an active player in Italian banking consolidation.
Last verified: January 2026
Last Updated on January 4, 2026
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