UK – Aegon Asset Management UK has been appointed as an active fixed interest manager under Escher UK Asset Management’s multi-manager structure.

Escher provides multi-manager investment services to occupational pension scheme through its TEAMS service, which was launched in September 2000.

“ Fixed interest constitutes a key part of pension fund portfolios, so it is crucial to choose the right manager. Of the managers we looked at, Aegon demonstrated the highest levels of expertise and professionalism,” says Stuart Gordon, managing director of Escher UK Asset Management.

Aegon Asset Management manages around £13bn in fixed income assets, including more than £10bn in corporate bonds.