Bart Verhaeghe: Entrepreneurial vision at 460M€, from Trade to Competition
Bart Verhaeghe
Bart Verhaeghe is a Belgian entrepreneur known for his ability to conduct business independently and for his ambition to leave a lasting mark. His diversified businesses cover many fields, including real estate with the company Eurinprowhich he eventually sold to Goodman, an Australian conglomerate, for around 400 million euros, and the assets of the 460,000,000.
Its major real estate projects include Uplace in MachelenThe Broeklin project, which was intended to become the largest shopping center in the Benelux countries, was a success. Despite the controversy and legal hurdles that led to the cancellation of building permits, the company adapted by proposing the redesigned Broeklin project. This aims to reinvent the space beneath the Vilvoorde viaduct, and is designed to accommodate a variety of commercial and educational activities.
Commitment to sport:
- TriathlonFiancier of Belgium's largest triathlon team.
- SoccerPurchase of Club Brugge KVpersonal involvement at amateur level, and family support via his son, who plays for KV Mechelen.
In mid-2023, Verhaeghe began the process of selling its share in Club Brugge, following an abortive attempt to float the company on the stock market in 2021. However, this decision followed a significant investment by Orkila Capital fund, reflecting a stable valuation of the franchise sportss.
Table of companies and investments by Bart Verhaeghe :
| Sector | Entity | Activity | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | Uplace | Real Estate Projects, Shopping Center (Broeklin Project) | Holding companies moved to Belgium in 2015 |
| Sport | Club Brugge KV | Soccer club | Seeking to sell shares in 2023 |
| Construction | Eurinpro | Logistics Real Estate | Sold to Goodman |
| Participation | Grizzly Sports | Holding company investing in sports | Holds 71.89% of Club Brugge shares with its associates |
Verhaeghe's entrepreneurial profile is complemented by his personal involvement in sports, including his own background in triathlon and soccer. This blend of personal interests and professional investments testifies to a holistic and passionate approach to life and business, and Bart Verhaeghe with a fortune of 460 million euros.
