A word from our CEO
Our final newsletter this year reflects that the past quarter has been busy at Lumera, with new milestones achieved in the UK market.In a partnership with The Lewis Workplace Pension Trust (TLWPT), we have implemented a highly automated, scalable solution to transform their pensions administration. This makes TLWPT the first UK master trust to migrate to Lumera’s platform.
We also announced that Duncan Howorth is joining the Lumera Group Board of Directors. Duncan made significant contributions to Lumera’s successful integration with ITM, and we are fortunate to have his expertise as we chart the next phase of our Group’s growth.
We were proud to see Lumera shortlisted twice at the Pensions Age Awards 2026, for Pensions Technology Firm of the Year and Pensions Consultancy of the Year. This recognition reflects the impact of a transformative year for modern pension administration in the UK.With AI becoming increasingly integral to our day-to-day lives, the challenge is not whether we use AI, but how to use it safely. In Pensions Age’s October cover story, Lumera experts outline what this means for our industry in terms of opportunities and threats, and how to respond.Additionally, from Pensions Age, Lumera’s Samantha Chandler recently joined a panel of experts at a roundtable on The de-risking landscape – an evolving world, where she emphasises the quality and accuracy of data.
As for knowledge sharing, we have published a series of roundtable articles on the UK DC Pension 2030 theme. In the first article, senior leaders from across the defined contribution ecosystem share their views on how the industry can move beyond cost and deliver real value for members. The second article explores how scale (and ensuing consolidation), automation and personalisation will shape the next decade of DC pensions. And finally, senior leaders from across the DC landscape discuss how schemes can support members through decumulation with confidence and fairness.
And for more in-depth content, please read our latest whitepaper, boldly titled “Mission impossible?”, where we examine how UK pensions providers can address consolidation, compliance and competition through 2030 and beyond.
As we approach the holiday season, I want to thank you all for your dedication and collaboration throughout the year. Wishing you a joyful break and an inspiring start to 2026!Jonas AlfredsonCEO, Lumera
