--- title: "FXOpen UK launches MetaTrader 5 with ECN and interbank liquidity access - News" description: "The online broker's UK entity started offering MetaTrader 5-based ECN trading accounts. The company believes that the latest flagship... - News" image: "https://www.metatrader5.com/c/17/0/gary_thomson__1.jpg" url: "https://www.metatrader5.com/en/news/2116" --- # FXOpen UK launches MetaTrader 5 with ECN and interbank liquidity access ## The online broker's UK entity started offering MetaTrader 5-based ECN trading accounts. The company believes that the latest flagship platform launch will enhance its clients' financial trading experience 6 December 2019 The online broker's UK entity [started offering](https://www.fxopen.co.uk/en/about-us/news/fxopen-uk-launches-metatrader-5-(mt5)/) MetaTrader 5-based ECN trading accounts. The company believes that the latest flagship platform launch will enhance its clients' financial trading experience. Now, FXOpen UK traders can: - choose between hedging and netting trading systems - utilize the [Economic Calendar](https://www.tradays.com/) and financial news for the fundamental analysis and quote dynamics forecasting - trade using automated robots - create [a virtual copy of their terminal](https://www.mql5.com/en/vps) and perform operations around the clock, even when their computer is turned off - utilize a plethora of other MetaTrader 5 features and capabilities Mr. Gary Thomson, Chief Operating Officer at FXOpen UK, has commented on the launch: "We are delighted to announce the launch of the MetaTrader 5 platform which provides access to [ECN trading](https://www.metatrader5.com/en/stocks-ecns/liquidity_providers_ecns) and interbank liquidity. With this new innovative product, we can offer our clients flexible trading, hedging and netting capabilities, as well as the ability to create Expert Advisors. At FXOpen UK, we pride ourselves on our client-focused approach and are committed to providing excellent trading conditions along with technical innovations, fairness and transparency to enable and empower our clients". ![Mr. Gary Thomson, Chief Operating Officer, FXOpen UK](https://www.metatrader5.com/c/17/0/gary_thomson__1.jpg) *Mr. Gary Thomson, Chief Operating Officer, FXOpen UK* FXOpen was founded by a group of traders back in 2005. The company offers trading accounts (ECN, STP), spread from 0 points, multiple deposit and withdrawal options, and a leverage of 1:30 for retail clients and up to 1:500 for pro clients. It is an FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) [regulated](https://www.fxopen.co.uk/en/safety-of-funds/) broker. **Earlier publications:** - [MetaQuotes is a Technology Partner of Investor Finance Forum 2019 in Bulgaria](https://www.metatrader5.com/en/news/2115) - [B.I.C. Markets is the first broker in Cambodia to offer MetaTrader 5](https://www.metatrader5.com/en/news/2114) - [MetaTrader 5 wins awards in two categories during London Summit Awards 2019: "Best FX trading platform" and "Best multi-asset trading platform"](https://www.metatrader5.com/en/news/2113) - [MetaQuotes will showcase new projects for MetaTrader 5 at London Summit 2019](https://www.metatrader5.com/en/news/2112) - [MetaQuotes integrates Forex Source FX news feed into its MetaTrader 5 platform](https://www.metatrader5.com/en/news/2111)