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Pension figures for 2026: overview of the most important changes
The changes may affect existing arrangements, communication with employees, and policy choices. The most important changes are listed below.
Retirement is changing rapidly. New legislation, different choices for employees and more emphasis on personal direction make good retirement management more important than ever. On this page you will find news, insights and stories about pension plans, employer responsibility and financial peace of mind for employees. Clear, practical and focused on what is currently going on in the world of pensions.
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The changes may affect existing arrangements, communication with employees, and policy choices. The most important changes are listed below.
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When it comes to financial arrangements for employees, clarity is essential. The Future Pensions Act has already come into effect, and all schemes must be adapted to it by January 1, 2028, at the latest. Sounds clear, right? In practice, however, the transition turns out to be more complex than expected.
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Since January 1, 2025, the mandatory pension scheme of the Industry Pension Fund for Rhine and Inland Navigation has officially expired. Employers in the sector have therefore become responsible for setting up a suitable pension scheme for their staff themselves. Haven't arranged this yet? Then now is the time to take action.