Why the abrdn Pensions Master trust?
We believe that our defined benefit pensions master trust is the first to be launched by an asset manager in conjunction with an independent pensions consultancy.
This collaboration with XPS Pensions Group can bring better outcomes for both members and employers, helping your scheme achieve its goals.
Read on to find out how.
The benefits of our Pensions Master trust

Robust governance and trustee succession solution
Your scheme will be managed by professional trustees and other service professionals, taking away the day-to-day hassle of managing this obligation.

Outsourced investment management
Our efficient investment governance model will help you navigate through volatile markets and meet your long-term objectives.

Control cash funding cost
Access to a range of investment solutions, with a funding approach that reflects these underlying investments, can improve your control of cash funding costs.

Reduced running expenses
We pass on synergies and economies of scale to the end client in the form of low fixed running costs.

Efficient path to buyout
Our size and relationships with insurers and broader network, means we can offer a more competitive and smoother buyout process potentially resulting in accelerated risk transfer at a lower cost.

Enhanced member experience
Members are provided with an award-winning pension administration service from XPS, including online servicing, and free financial education from Aberdeen.
Risk warning
The value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up and an investor may get back less than the amount invested. Past performance is not a guide to future results.
Could a master trust be the solution for you?
Hear our thoughts on what a defined benefit master trust is, and the comfort and benefits it could bring by passing on the future running of your pension scheme.
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