Agoria is the Belgian federation for the technology industry, representing companies active in sectors such as digital technology, manufacturing, energy, mobility, and defense. The organization supports innovation, talent development, and sustainable growth by connecting industry, government, and research institutions. Agoria plays a key role in strengthening Belgium’s technological ecosystem and international competitiveness.
The City of Antwerp, the University of Antwerp and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges are joining forces to strategically position Antwerp as an international innovation hub. The Antwerp Innovation Powerhouse focuses on three strategic areas in which the Antwerp region already excels internationally: digital technology (digitech), sustainable chemistry (chemtech) and health. At the same time, the ecosystem remains deliberately open and forward-looking, with scope for emerging sectors such as media & entertainment and resilience.
The Beacon is an innovation community and collaboration hub focused on smart technologies for smart cities, ports and industry. By bringing together startups, scale-ups, corporates, research institutions and governments, The Beacon accelerates digital transformation and sustainable innovation.
De Blauwe Cluster is the Belgian innovation cluster for the blue economy, bringing together companies, knowledge institutions, and public partners active in offshore energy, marine robotics, aquaculture, coastal protection, and sustainable marine solutions. The cluster stimulates collaboration and innovation projects that contribute to a sustainable economic use of the North Sea and international marine markets.
The City of Antwerp is a dynamic and internationally connected city with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, culture, and economic growth. Known for its rich history and entrepreneurial spirit, Antwerp brings together businesses, knowledge institutions, creative talent, and public partners to shape a vibrant and future-oriented urban environment. Through collaboration and forward-thinking initiatives, the city continues to strengthen its role as an important European hub for innovation, trade, and community development.
Flanders Investment & Trade supports international business growth by helping companies invest, expand and collaborate in Flanders. Through its global network and local expertise, FIT connects businesses with opportunities, strategic partners and innovation ecosystems worldwide.
Flanders Make is the research centre for industrial innovation. We bring together the knowledge and expertise of more than 1,000 researchers, active across the five Flemish universities as well as in our application-oriented research division. We connect companies with our top researchers and with other companies facing similar challenges, helping them to innovate faster and more efficiently. We also provide advice and support to seamlessly integrate advanced technologies into their operations. In this way, we contribute to a resilient economy, sustainable growth, and a strong position for Flanders as a hub of innovation in Europe.
The Hamburg Port Authority manages the Port of Hamburg, one of Europe’s most important seaports and a central gateway for international trade. HPA is responsible for ensuring efficient, safe, and sustainable port operations, as well as the long-term development of the port area. With a strong focus on modernisation and collaboration, it supports the port’s role as a key logistics hub for the region and beyond.
imec is a world-leading research and innovation hub in nanoelectronics and digital technologies. By combining advanced R&D with strong industry partnerships, imec develops cutting-edge solutions in areas such as AI, connectivity, health tech and sustainable innovation, helping companies and society tackle tomorrow’s challenges.
MODI is a European innovation initiative focused on advancing the use of drones in complex environments. It brings together industry, public authorities, and research partners to develop and demonstrate real-world applications of unmanned aerial systems. Through large-scale test activities and collaborative projects, MODI helps accelerate the safe integration of drone technologies into operational settings across Europe.
Port of Antwerp-Bruges is one of Europe’s most important seaports and a key engine of global trade and industry. As a merged port combining Antwerp and Zeebrugge, it offers a unique mix of deep-sea access, strong multimodal connectivity, and a strategic location at the heart of Europe’s logistics network.
Beyond its scale, the port aims to be a frontrunner in innovation & digitalisation. It actively develops and deploys advanced digital solutions, data-driven operations, and smart infrastructure to enhance efficiency, safety, and resilience across its ecosystem. Through strong partnerships with industry, research, and technology players, Port of Antwerp-Bruges continues to shape the future of port operations and set new standards for innovation in maritime logistics.
The Port of Rotterdam is Europe’s largest seaport and a major international hub for trade, industry, and logistics. It plays a key role in global supply chains and is widely recognised for its focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Through close collaboration with industry and public partners, the port continues to develop future-ready infrastructure and services.
