Redington

Significantly improved funding levels and bulk annuity options have brought forward the need for defined benefit (DB) trustees to renew their focus on endgame planning.

The popularity of DB transfers shows no sign of slowing. Charlotte Moore looks at how schemes can adapt their investment strategy to meet this demand

Heathrow Airport's defined benefit (DB) plan has completed a £325m pensioner buy-in with Legal & General (L&G) financed by an innovative corporate bond.

Redington has promoted David Bennett to its executive board, with Patrick O'Sullivan set to replace him as head of investment consulting.

Investment consultants are failing to recommend products that outperform net of fees, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has said as its investigation into the market continues.

Redington has appointed Natalie Flood and Jonathan Parker as part of wider plans to grow its defined benefit (DC) business.

Rob Gardner says we must think ahead and invest in long-term solutions to create a better future for our children

This week's top stories included the government suggesting it may review the order of creditors in an insolvency event, and Barclays defending plans to move responsibility for its DB scheme to its investment banking arm.

TPT Retirement Solutions has appointed Redington for independent investment consultancy services for its defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) pension schemes.

Redington has appointed Adam Jones as chief technology officer, as it looks to harness the power of digital innovation for the benefit of its clients.