Press releases
PME to increase pensions by 2.82 percent
On 1 January 2026, PME Pension Fund will increase all of its participants’ pensions by 2.82%. The 27.98% contribution rate and the 1.875% accrual rate will remain the same in 2026.
Alae Laghrich appointed new chairman of PME’s Executive Board
On 6 November, the PME Board appointed Alae Laghrich as chairman of PME’s Executive Board. He succeeds Eric Uijen, who will step down as chairman after more than 10 years, but remain involved in the fund.
PME in a stronger financial position
PME’s financial position improved again in the third quarter of 2025. The current funding ratio rose from 120.1% at the end of June to 123.9% at the end of September, mainly due to a slight increase in the interest rate.
PME invests €40 million in European high-tech defence startups
PME invests € 40 million in a high-tech defence investment fund. The fund focuses on innovative European startups and scale-ups focusing on defence and security applications. With this investment, PME aims for a good return for its participants and is contributing to strengthening the Dutch and European defence industry.
Nomination and elections for two board seats
On 1 July 2026, the term of the two board members who represent people receiving a pension will expire. Candidates can be nominated for these two seats.