Since its foundation in Antwerp in 1884, Ackermans et van Haaren (AvH) has established itself as a key pillar of the Belgian holding landscape. With assets in excess of €2 billion, AvH excels in key sectors such as dredging, growth capital, private banking, energy and real estate, thanks to its strategy of intelligent diversification.
The Maes family, with an indelible imprint on the Belgian economy since 1892, steers a diversified family empire encompassing real estate, hotels and industrial production. Under the leadership of the fifth generation, Sophie Maes, the group boasts a solid fortune of almost 400 million euros, testifying to innovative management and a sharp strategic vision.
Discover the remarkable rise of the Weerts Group family, from humble beginnings with a single truck before the Second World War to a dominant force in the logistics industry. With an extensive presence in Belgium and beyond, Weerts has transcended the times to diversify into real estate and specialized logistics services, while preserving the pioneering spirit of its founder.
Discover the history of the Van Waeyenberge family, a name synonymous with insight and endurance in Belgian commerce. Under the leadership of Piet Van Waeyenberge, this dynasty rose through activities ranging from food trading to the management of major financial holdings.
Discover the story of Paul Gheysens, the Flemish visionary behind Ghelamco, a dominant force in European real estate. From humble beginnings in landscaping, Gheysens has successfully established himself in Poland, building architectural icons such as The Spire and the Warsaw Unit.
Rocco Marotta, an iconic figure in the commercial real estate landscape, has transformed his vision into an empire of strategic retail outlets. From jeans salesman to influential landlord, his career illustrates a meteoric rise in Belgium's commercial heartland, with an indelible imprint on prestigious streets such as Brussels' Nieuwstraat.
Discover the remarkable career of Bernard Van Canneyt, the mastermind behind Château Promotions, which has transformed real estate in Brussels. Heir to an entrepreneurial tradition begun by his father, co-founder of Unilin, Bernard has diversified his family heritage by building a real estate empire.
Willy Naessens, a visionary Belgian entrepreneur, has built a diversified empire that crosses the boundaries of construction and extends into the food industry, racking up staggering sales of 830 million euros. Originally from Wortegem-Petegem.
Discover the exceptional career of Sam Baro, innovative entrepreneur from Meetjesland, who has built his empire under the Planet Group banner. With a fortune valued at 39.5 million euros, Sam Baro has made a name for himself in the world of staffing, thanks to his specialist subsidiaries IT-Planet and HR-Planet, as well as in the healthcare sector with X-Care In Motion.
Luc Van Moerzeke, by leaving the banking sector to embrace the world of care for the elderly, has not only changed his career but also initiated a revolution in the Belgian healthcare sector.
