Business

Belgian dredging company Jan De Nul wins a prestigious contract in Monaco

07 May 2018

Monaco has suffered as a result of its limited size for many years. Its surface area is currently home to 38,000 inhabitants, making the Principality the most densely populated country in the world.

Sonaca reinforces its ties with North American production department

03 May 2018

The percentage of Belgian multinationals is growing on the global market. Sonaca is a good example.

New wind farm planned in Belgian part of the North Sea

03 May 2018

European demand for energy is growing. The European Union aims to provide a guaranteed, affordable and climate-friendly energy supply for its residents and businesses.

Port of Brussels celebrates its 25th anniversary

18 April 2018

All hands on deck! This year, the Port of Brussels will celebrate its 25th anniversary. And this will not go unnoticed. Various events will brighten up the port area throughout 2018.

Google opens a digital academy in Brussels

04 April 2018

After London, Google is now also opening a branch of its Google Digital Skills Academy in the heart of Brussels.

Location, infrastructure and a quality workforce

Belgium occupies an important position on the economic chessboard. It is ranked 12th country in the world for the export of merchandise (WTO-2014 Report) and is a favourite destination for investors. Every year, billions of euros of foreign direct investment are made in Belgium.

Belgium offers the opportunity to reach 200 million consumers in a radius of 500 kilometres thanks to its central geographic position and its quality logistics infrastructures. Sea ports, inland ports, canals, airports, rail, road and motorway networks: the various communication channels in Belgium are constantly being adapted to the needs of the economy. For example, the port of Antwerp is the 2nd busiest European port and has the largest petrochemical complex in Europe. The city of Antwerp is the diamond capital with 80 % of the market in rough diamonds and 50 % in polished diamonds.

There are many other reasons to explain Belgium's economic success including a highly-qualified, multi-lingual and flexible workforce, proximity with the international decision-making sphere based in Brussels, many financial and tax incentives, affordable property prices, legendary hospitality, excellent social security and more.

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