Micro schemes in maximum focus
At our Endgame Solutions Conference earlier this summer, one of the most insightful sessions turned the spotlight onto a part of the market often left in the shadows: micro schemes. I was pleased to chair the discussion and was joined by a panel of expert colleagues from across the industry, including Adam Davis (K3/Isio), Alma […]
Planning better journeys for buy-ins and buy-outs
Drawing on practical experience from real transactions, let’s take a look at the common pitfalls and key success factors that schemes must consider to deliver smooth, timely, and member-focused insurance transactions in the current market. Ready, set, go! At Vidett’s recent Endgame Solutions Conference at Silverstone, our third session, ‘Beyond Blame – Building Better Outcomes’, […]
Shaping Tomorrow: Our podcast relaunches!
Newly renamed ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ – our podcast series is evolving. Come with us as we meet a range of pension industry experts who take a deeper dive into the relationships, ideas, discoveries and innovations that help us achieve great results. In episode one of our reimagined series, you’ll meet our new host, client director Clare […]
Royal London announce £30m buy-in
We were delighted to see Rich Ingham, Phil Williams and Duncan Willsher recently assist Royal London with the successful completion of a £30 million full scheme buy-in for The Retreat York Pension Scheme. Working alongside K3 Advisory, First Actuarial and Wrigleys Solicitors; the transaction was a market first for Royal London, a new entrant to the […]
The bulk annuity market: a new wave
At our Endgame Solutions Conference in May, I chaired an engaging panel discussion titled ‘New insurers entering the market and future outlook’, where I was joined by: Adam Davis, Managing Director at K3 Advisory; Dweenisha Caleechurn, Pensions Director at PwC; Gurbani Swanni Leach, Director at M&G; and Gary Needham, Head of BPA Business Development at […]
Gallagher webcast: finding a bulk purchase annuity for small schemes
Associate director Ben Salmons joined Mark van den Berghen (Head of Risk Transfer, Gallagher) and George Milligan (Origination Actuary, Pension Insurance Corporation plc), for Gallagher’s endgame related session on small schemes. Part of their pensions conference season, the online event looked to share insights into how the market is changing – and must continue evolving […]
Buyout – it’s not all about the price
Trustee Director James Chalk joined Mercer for the latest episode of their endgame series. Entitled ‘Buyout – it’s not all about the price’; this episode explored the considerations that trustees and sponsors are taking into account when selecting an insurer for a bulk annuity deal. With other factors such as an insurer’s financial strength and […]
What do trustees need to consider with reinsurance?
Earlier this year we hosted our Vidett ‘Risk Transfer Conference’, bringing together industry experts from around the country. We were joined by Phoenix Group, Just and Hymans Robertson for a session on reinsurance to explore the latest trends and key things pension trustees need to know. The market is growing, with no signs of stopping! […]