Achmea Investment Management and ILX Management Join Forces for Impact Investing in Emerging Markets

Zeist, 28 September – Achmea Investment Management (“Achmea IM”) and ILX Management (“ILX”) are partnering on a new investment vehicle for Dutch pension funds. The proposed strategy will provide access to loans originated by multilateral development banks (MDBs) and development finance institutions (DFIs), supporting the financing of companies and projects that promote sustainable economic development in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The majority of the portfolio will be composed of loans with an impact objective and a measurable contribution to social development.

Through this new investment partnership, Achmea IM and ILX aim to meet the growing ambition of institutional investors to generate both financial returns and positive societal impact through their investments.

Achmea IM is a leading Dutch impact investor with approximately €16 billion in impact investments. A dedicated team of ten professionals supports institutional investors in the development, management, and monitoring of impact portfolios. Through its proprietary impact framework, rigorous due diligence, transparent reporting, and extensive fiduciary management experience, Achmea IM helps clients address challenges such as climate change, biodiversity restoration, healthcare, and equal opportunity. ILX specialises in private debt investments in EMDEs and currently manages a portfolio of more than €1.5 billion on behalf of leading Dutch and Danish pension funds. Through its strong relationships with international multilateral development banks (MDBs) and local development finance institutions (DFIs), ILX gains access to high-quality investment opportunities that support private sector development, sustainable economic growth, and positive social impact. This enables ILX to invest in the real economy of these markets.

Combining Financial Returns and Societal Impact
According to Maureen Schlejen, Chair of the Executive Board of Achmea IM, demand for investments that combine financial performance with societal impact continues to grow:
“With ILX, we have found a partner with unique expertise, experience, networks, and access to investment opportunities in emerging markets. Together, we are developing a solution that helps pension funds and other institutional investors achieve both their financial and societal objectives.”

ILX also sees significant opportunities in the partnership. Manfred Schepers, CEO of ILX, commented:
“Together with Achmea IM, we can make our investment strategy available to a broader group of institutional investors. By connecting public and private capital more effectively, we contribute to sustainable development in emerging markets while creating attractive investment opportunities for long-term investors.”

For More Information
Achmea Investment Management
Ariën Bikker
+31 6 1276 3059 arien.bikker@achmea.nl

ILX Management
Sofia Vega Nunez s.vega@ilxfund.com

About Achmea Investment Management
Achmea Investment Management is the Netherlands’ leading fiduciary asset manager. With its Dutch roots, cooperative identity, and long-term vision, the firm strives to deliver more than financial solutions alone. Together with its clients, it aims to accelerate the transition toward a sustainable society. Its mission is to create greater wealth for the future in a better world. With more than 400 employees, Achmea IM manages €227 billion in assets on behalf of clients (as of 31 December 2025).

About ILX Management
ILX Management B.V. is an Amsterdam-based asset manager specialising in private debt investments in emerging markets. ILX mobilises long-term pension capital by investing in loan participations originated by multilateral development banks and development finance institutions, with a focus on investments aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate objectives. The ILX funds are backed by leading European pension funds.