Webinar: Running-on your DB pension scheme

Across the Defined Benefit (DB) pension landscape, de-risking and buyout has been seen as the default endgame for all schemes.

But is there an alternative? To answer this question, we hosted "Improving pensions and returning surplus: the best of both worlds?", wherein BW experts lay out why running-on your DB scheme could be more attractive. This alternative to buyout can provide significant benefits to both members and sponsors through sharing funding surpluses.

Highlights

  • Surplus: With many larger schemes either already in surplus or close to it, now is a great time for both trustees and scheme sponsors to consider their endgame options. 
  • Employer Benefits: Running-on your scheme can enhance the value of member benefits through surplus redistribution, alongside further benefits for scheme sponsors.
  • Risk Management: Both buyout and run-on strategies come with associated risks – understanding these is crucial for Trustees looking to make informed decision for their scheme.
  • Timing Matters: Decisions on when to distribute surplus can significantly impact member benefits and employer liquidity.
  • Investment Strategy: Ensuring scheme sustainability through a well-defined investment strategy is essential. 

Get in touch

Do you want to find out if run-on is right for your DB scheme? Discover how you can achieve significant cost savings and maximise value for your scheme through BW SAVE.