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KLP

KLP was established in 1949. It provides benefit pension schemes in Norway and operates in the public sector. The group includes subsidiaries such as KLP...

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KLP

KLP was established in 1949. It provides benefit pension schemes in Norway and operates in the public sector. The group includes subsidiaries such as KLP Non-Life, KLP Asset Management, KLP Mutual Funds, and KLP Real Estate.

General information

Firm type

Pension Fund

Year founded

1949

Location

Region

Europe

Country

Norway

City

Oslo

Corporate office

Dronning Eufemias gate 10, 0191 Oslo, Norway

Principals

Sverre Thornes

Group CEO

Aage Schaanning

CFO

Ellen Langeggen

CEO of KLP Eiendom

Kiran Aziz

Head of Responsible Investment at KLP Asset Management

Sector focus

Real EstateRenewable EnergyInfrastructure

Frequently asked questions

Who runs investment decisions at KLP?

Sverre Thornes serves as Group CEO. Aage Schaanning acts as CFO with prior investment director experience. Kiran Aziz leads responsible investment at KLP Asset Management.

Does KLP participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?

KLP holds limited partner positions in Copenhagen Infrastructure New Markets Fund I and SINTEF Venture V. It also maintains direct ownership of operating assets including wind farms and office properties.

What is KLP's known posture on co-investments alongside external GPs?

KLP reports a 15 percent stake in SINTEF Venture V and a 50 percent joint venture interest in KLP Norfund Investments. These positions indicate selective co-investment activity.

Where does the underlying wealth come from?

KLP receives contributions from Norwegian public sector employers and employees to fund statutory pension obligations.

How does KLP source proprietary deal flow?

KLP sources through direct property acquisitions and partnerships such as the Norfund joint venture. Memberships in IIGCC and Climate Action 100+ provide additional network access.

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