Huisarts & Pensioen is joining forces with the occupational pension funds for physiotherapists (SPF) and veterinarians (SPD) as part of preparations for the future administration of their pensions.

The three Dutch occupational pension funds have decided to continue discussions exclusively with IG&H, following an extensive exploration of future administration options.

IG&H, based in the Netherlands, has a modern pension administration platform that supports flexible defined contribution (DC) schemes.

The administration of SPF and SPD is currently carried out by Achmea Pensioenservices.

However, Achmea Pensioenservices announced in summer 2025 that it would stop providing pension services after 2030.

The funds said the joint move is intended to ensure that pension administration remains reliable, efficient and well organised in the future.

They noted that, as occupational pension funds, they have several characteristics, including the need to provide pensions for self-employed professionals, which requires specialised knowledge and system support.

The funds stressed that the exploration relates only to the administration of their pension schemes and does not involve a merger.

Huisarts & Pensioen, SPF and SPD will retain their own independence, governance and responsibility towards their members.

The funds also confirmed that there will be no immediate change for members, with pension payments and accrual continuing as usual and members remaining in contact with their own pension fund.

Quality, reliability, continuity and future-proofing were central to the decision to proceed with IG&H, the funds explained.

They also considered support for the transition to the new Dutch pensions system, digital services for members and employers, and the scope to further develop pension administration over the longer term.

The funds will hold further talks with IG&H before making a final decision, and the transition date for the future administration arrangements has not yet been determined.

However, the funds confirmed that their transition to the new pensions system will continue as planned on 1 January 2028.

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