The harmonisation activity will initially take place at sectoral level. All sectors will have until 1 January 2027 to eliminate supplementary pension differences between blue-collar and white-collar workers. This means that we are approaching the last two-year sectoral consultation period (employment agreement 2025-2026).
As an employer, you always have to take account of decisions made at sectoral level, and this change is no exception.
You will receive more information directly from your employers’ federation, social secretariat or any other channel relevant to sectoral unified status plans about the steps that your sector is taking or will take.
Once you have received this information, it is advisable to contact your broker. We can then work together proactively to ensure the smooth harmonisation of your supplementary pension plan(s) by the deadline of 1 January 2030; as a broker and consultant for your plan(s), we do not receive information directly from the different sectors.
Do you have any questions about harmonising your company plans? Contact your Employee Benefits Account Manager at Vanbreda Risk & Benefits.
