Aerial view of a modern stadium, reflecting Paul Gheysens' investment in state-of-the-art sports facilities.
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Paul Gheysens: 700 Million Real Estate Vision and a Passion for Football

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Paul Gheysens

Paul Gheysens, a Flemish entrepreneur, is the founder and founder CEO of Ghelamcoan active and influential real estate company in the field of construction and real estate development. Born into a farming family in Ypres, Gheysens initially started out as a landscaper before switching to real estate pioneering projects in Poland as early as 1991 and becoming one of Belgium's richest men with 1 billion in assets.

The Warsaw Unit under construction, a testament to Paul Gheysens' real estate dynamism.
The sky's the limit: The Warsaw Unit built by Paul Gheysens.

Ghelamco, although renowned for many developments, is particularly well known for the Ghelamco Arena, home of the world-famous soccer KAA Gent. La réalisation de ce stade a été l’occasion pour Gheysens d’acquérir des terrains environnants, sur lesquels il a développé un complexe comprenant des espaces de bureaux, des parkings, des zones commerciales et un hôtel.

Key projects in Poland and Belgium :

  • The Spire 220-metre skyscraper in Warsaw, initially the tallest in Eastern Europe.
  • Warsaw Unit Skyfall Warsaw: Building to be completed in 2021, featuring the Skyfall Warsaw viewing platform.
  • The Hub : Complex acquired by Google for 700 million dollarsincluding a hotel and office towers.
The center of Warsaw, shaped by the innovative mind of Paul Gheysens, with The Spire in the spotlight.
The Spire

The company's financial expansion has at times been marred by tax controversies, including a claim for 153 million euros by the Belgian authorities, which was eventually settled for 10 million euros.

Equestrian passion :
Gheysens is passionate about Arabian thoroughbreds, investing in top-quality horses such as the famous QR Marc stallion, winner in Dubai.

Commitment to soccer:
Club owner Royal Antwerp FC, he has contributed to the team's sporting renewal, even though this requires a substantial investment.

Family life and business strategy:
Family remains central to Gheysens. His wife Ria and their children play an important role in his business, with a significant presence at Ghelamco and a growing family role in the management of Royal Antwerp FC.

The Ghelamco Arena, symbol of Paul Gheysens' vision for Belgian soccer, after renovation.

Gheysens' efforts and strategy reflect a blend of ambition and pragmatism, aiming to develop a real estate empire while maintaining a balance with his passions and his family commitment with a fortune folded at 1 billion of euros.

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