Defined Benefit Pensions Conference 2026

Defined Benefit Pensions Conference 2026

05 February 2026 | 08:30 - 18:00

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Defined Benefit Pensions Conference 2026

This popular PMI event is focused on navigating the complexities and challenges within defined benefit schemes. Set against the backdrop of an ever-evolving financial landscape, the conference will provide a comprehensive exploration of critical topics shaping the pensions industry.

Industry experts and thought leaders will meet to discuss strategies for managing risks, optimising investment portfolios, and ensuring the sustainability of defined benefit pension schemes. Attendees can expect insightful sessions on regulatory updates, technological advancements and innovative solutions that impact pension fund management.

This conference is the ideal place to network and collaborate with peers to share best practices. With a keen emphasis on practical insights, the event also offers the opportunity for pension scheme trustees, investment managers, and advisers to stay abreast of the latest trends, exchange ideas, and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with defined benefit schemes.

Why attend?

  • Industry Insights: gain valuable knowledge about industry trends, regulatory updates, and emerging challenges in the DB pension space.
  • Networking: connect with pension professionals, fund managers, regulators and legal experts to share best practices and build professional relationships.
  • Expert speakers: learn from leading industry experts, thought leaders and policymakers who provide deep dives into relevant topics.
  • Risk Management: understand evolving strategies to manage funding deficits, longevity risk and investment volatility in defined benefit plans.
  • Professional Development: enhance your knowledge and skills, staying ahead in a rapidly evolving regulatory and financial landscape. Plus you can claim up to 7 CPD points.

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    Fees

    Members: Free
    Affiliate and Corporate members: £600 (+VAT)
    Non-members: £1200 (+VAT)
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    In person

    event
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    Speakers

    10+
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    CPD

    7

Event Details

THE BASICS

Topics of discussion:
  • Trends and Challenges in DB Agendas for 2026
  • Navigating DB Scheme Endgame
  • Leveraging Third-Party Capital for DB Scheme Support
  • Mansion House Reforms
  • Data and Dashboards
  • Economic Winds of Change: Assessing the Macro Impact on DB Schemes
Who should attend:
  • Pension scheme managers
  • Trustees
  • Administrators
  • Policy advisers
  • Consultants 
  • Lawyers
  • Corporate IFAs
  • Investment managers 
  • Actuaries
  • Financial directors 
The venue

PwC London - Embankment

Agenda

08:30 - 09:00
Arrivals, registration & breakfast
09:00 - 09:05
Welcome from the chair
9:05 - 9:40
Financial oversight in a time of change
09:40 - 10:15
Surplus strategies vs. buy-out pathways
10:15 - 10:55
Institutional capital and “Megafunds”
10:55 - 11:25
Networking break
11:25 - 12:00
Legal overview
12:05 - 12:40
Member data and digital integration
12:40 - 13:40
Lunch and networking
13:40 - 14:15
Investment strategy panel

 

 

 

14:20 - 14:55
Sustainable and impact investing
14:55 - 15:20
Networking break
15:20 - 15:55
Digital assets in retirement
15:55 - 16:30
More information soon
16:30 - 17:00
The future of scheme endgame
17:00 - 18:00
Networking drinks reception

Thank you to our sponsors and partners for their support

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