The full scheme buy-in followed a tailored market approach led by LCP, which generated competitive terms and enabled all parties to move quickly to help the Scheme secure a transaction years ahead of expectations.
The deal was completed in July 2026. LCP acted as lead risk transfer and investment adviser to the Trustee, with Burges Salmon providing legal advice on the transaction. Gallagher acted as Scheme Actuary and administrator to the Trustee. Aviva’s legal advice was provided in-house. PWC and Sackers provided advice to the Scheme’s sponsor.
Kerry Foster, BPA Deal Manager at Aviva, said: “Speed and certainty were critical to getting this transaction over the line and we were able to move at pace, helping the Scheme and its sponsor meet its objectives sooner than expected. This deal highlights the value of how a Scheme’s approach to market is structured and LCP ran an effective process which allowed us to put our best foot forward to unlock an attractive opportunity for the Scheme. We’re delighted to have been selected as a safe home for the Scheme’s members.”
Charles Ward, Chair of Trustee, Dalriada Trustees limited, said: “This is a fantastic result for the Scheme’s members, achieved significantly ahead of expectations. A huge amount of thanks are due to Aviva, the team at LCP, and all our advisers to help us unlock an opportunity which may have otherwise been missed and to deliver long-term security for members’ benefits.
Fiona Forster, Group Financial Controller, Aston Martin: “We are delighted that the Scheme has been able to achieve this outcome and the financial security it will bring to our members. It demonstrates what can be accomplished with the right strategy in place, and the collaboration between sponsor, trustees and advisers in working together towards a common goal.”
Sam Jenkins, Partner at LCP, added: “It has been quite some journey for the Scheme; what was an aspirational transaction only a few months ago has rapidly turned into a hugely attractive opportunity which we are delighted to have helped secure for the Trustee. The Scheme benefited from a tailored market approach to help achieve its ambitions and it was a real team effort across the Trustee, sponsor and all advisers, allowing us to move
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