Business

Belgian technology in the world's largest incinerator

14 October 2016

The Belgian company Keppel Seghers is to supply the technology for the world's largest incinerator, which is to be built in China.

Belgian ice cream to find its way to China as luxury product

30 September 2016

The Belgian ice cream company Glacio aims to find its niche in the vast Chinese market for its ice cream. To do so, a joint venture was set up with Horsten International.

Skyscraper in New York takes on Belgian colours

23 September 2016

The '70 Pine', one of the most prestigious skyscrapers in New York, has recently been reopened, partly owing to the contribution of the Belgian real estate group AG Real Estate.

Powerful new architectural landmark in Antwerp

19 September 2016

In the very heart of the port of Antwerp, in the centre of the wharfs, stands an elegant new gem, an emblematic structure that is impressive in its originality and its futuristic grandiosity.

Sarens cranes participate in an oil mega project in Kazakhstan

19 September 2016

Sarens, the global leader in crane rental, heavy lifting services and engineered transport, has signed the largest contract in its history with Tengizchevroil (TCO).

Location, infrastructure and a quality workforce

Belgium occupies an important position on the economic chessboard. It is ranked 11th country in the world for the export of merchandise (WTO-2019 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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