Shepherd Commercial is pleased to announce that we have been formally instructed by IPM Personal Pension Trustees Limited to act as asset managers for a portfolio of light industrial properties. This appointment represents another significant step in the continued growth of our management division and underlines the trust placed in us by respected institutional pension trustees.

A Strategic Appointment

IPM Personal Pension Trustees Limited is a well-established provider of personal pension arrangements, known for its careful stewardship of members’ funds and its commitment to ensuring investments are managed with professionalism and long-term value in mind.

The decision to appoint Shepherd Commercial as asset managers for part of its light industrial property holdings reflects our proven track record in delivering results for pension funds, SIPPs, SSASs, and private investors.

The portfolio in question consists of a selection of light industrial units across the West Midlands, a sector that continues to show resilience and growth despite wider economic uncertainty.

Industrial property has consistently outperformed many other commercial real estate asset classes in recent years, driven by demand from logistics operators, trade counter occupiers, and SMEs seeking flexible space close to major transport links.

The Importance of Industrial Property to Pension Trustees

For personal pension trustees such as IPM, property plays a unique role in portfolio diversification. Light industrial units, in particular, are often seen as attractive investments because:

• Steady Income Streams – Industrial tenants typically take space on medium-term leases, providing reliable rental flows.

• Robust Demand – E-commerce growth and the need for localised supply chains have sustained demand for smaller, well-located units.

• Asset Flexibility – Units can be adapted for a range of occupiers, from manufacturing to distribution to trade counters.

• Capital Growth – With constrained supply in many regions, industrial rents and values have shown consistent upward pressure.

By engaging Shepherd Commercial, IPM ensures that its pension members benefit from specialist oversight that balances risk management with growth potential.

Shepherd Commercial’s Track Record

We have built a reputation for managing property portfolios on behalf of pension funds, trustees, and private investors. Our management team combines deep market knowledge with a disciplined, hands-on approach. At present, we oversee a wide range of assets across the West Midlands and beyond, including industrial estates, retail parades, and office portfolios.

The instruction from IPM Personal Pension Trustees Limited adds to this portfolio and underscores the growing demand for experienced RICS-regulated asset managers who understand the nuances of commercial property investment.

Looking Ahead

Our appointment by IPM Personal Pension Trustees Limited comes at a time when Shepherd Commercial’s management division is expanding rapidly. Over the last two years, we have significantly increased the size of our managed portfolio and invested in systems and staff to ensure we continue to deliver exceptional service.

A Note From Our Director

“We are delighted to have been instructed by IPM Personal Pension Trustees Limited to manage this portfolio of light industrial properties. Industrial property continues to be one of the most resilient and dynamic sectors in the market, and we look forward to applying our proactive asset management approach to maximise returns and ensure the portfolio remains well-positioned for the future. This instruction reflects the growing trust pension trustees are placing in Shepherd Commercial, and we are excited to begin this new chapter with IPM.”