Risk professionals unfazed by rise of the far right & more…Keep up with what has been happening this week in our latest IP news round-up…

Risk professionals unfazed by rise of the far right

Most European risk professionals are “unperturbed” by the far right’s performance in recent elections and think it will be “business as usual”, according to a poll.

Key senior appointments at Barnett Waddingham strengthen investments team

In a significant move to enhance our services and expand our client base, we are pleased to announce key appointments in our investment and insurance teams, alongside the launch of a new family office advisory service.

Standard Life complete buyin with Rolls Royce and Bentley

Standard Life, part of Phoenix Group, has concluded a £880 million Bulk Purchase Annuity (“BPA”) transaction with the Rolls-Royce & Bentley Pension Fund (“the Scheme”), which is sponsored by Bentley Motors Limited. This is a full scheme buy-in transaction covering c. 6,000 members of the Scheme.

Ageas launches whitepaper on sustainable investing in partnership with FEB

Ageas is excited to share a new whitepaper on sustainable investing, authored together with the Federation of Enterprises in Belgium (FEB). This paper is a great starting point for anyone interested in sustainable investing.

LCP advises on The Sibelco UK Occupational Pension Scheme’s full £165 million buy-in with Aviva

The Sibelco UK Occupational Pension Scheme has concluded a £165 million Bulk Purchase Annuity (“BPA”) transaction covering c.1200 members with Aviva. The bulk purchase annuity arrangement completed in April 2024 and secures the benefits of all members of the Scheme in full.