Wibo family steelworks

Wibo family: 87-million-euro industrial empire forged in steel

The Wibo family, at the head of the Vlassenroot Group, has built an industrial empire worth an estimated 87 million euros in large-scale steel processing. Founded in 1926 as a simple forge, the company has evolved under the management of Jean-Charles Wibo into a European leader in steel machine production. With plants in Belgium, Germany and Poland, Vlassenroot excels in the manufacture of heavy hydraulic cranes and steel structures for iconic projects such as Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge. Beyond Vlassenroot, Jean-Charles Wibo is diversifying into building materials distribution and industrial laundry services, consolidating the Wibo family's industrial heritage.

Vincent De Gryse's stores

Vincent De Gryse: The 34 Million Euro Border Empire, from KV Kortrijk to Stop & Shop

Vincent De Gryse, unexpected heir to KV Kortrijk, has turned a sporting legacy into a business opportunity. He became majority owner of the club after the death of his brother, eventually selling it for 3 million euros to Malaysian businessman Vincent Tan in 2015. At the same time, De Gryse built up a commercial empire with his Stop & Shop stores, strategically located near the Franco-Belgian border. Specializing in the sale of tobacco and alcohol, these stores target an international clientele attracted by low prices. This dual strategy has enabled De Gryse to accumulate a fortune estimated at over 34 million euros, illustrating his flair for cross-border business opportunities.

garage door built by Pascal Feryn

Pascal Feryn: 54 Years of Excellence in Garage Doors, a Family Empire of 28 Million Euros

Founded in 1969 in Kapelle-op-den-Bos, Feryn has established itself as a leader in garage door installation. Under the current management of Pascal Feryn, the family business has built an empire worth 28 million euros thanks to its commitment to quality, customer service and innovation. Despite the challenges, Feryn continues to thrive, embodying over five decades of excellence in the industry."

Building under construction by Jan van Geet

Jan Van Geet: VGP founder's meteoric rise to a fortune of 640 million euros

Jan Van Geet, a Belgian entrepreneur born in 1971, has turned his experience at Ontex into a real estate empire. Founder of VGP in 2000, he built a fortune of 640 million euros by specializing in semi-industrial real estate in Eastern Europe. Despite recent challenges, VGP remains a major player with a portfolio worth 3.23 billion euros. Van Geet, based in the Czech Republic, combines commercial success with philanthropic commitment through the VGP Foundation.

baby with Ontex diaper produced by Famille van Malderen

The Van Malderen Dynasty: From Ontex to a €950 million Industrial Empire

The Van Malderen family has built an industrial empire worth an estimated 950 million euros, from a modest production facility for medical products in Buggenhout. From Paul Van Malderen's creation of Ontex to Bart's international expansion of Drylock, via investments in real estate and winegrowing, the Van Malderens have boldly diversified their activities.

boat in port managed by Nicolas Saverys

Nicolas Saverys: Maritime Visionary with Exmar Valued at 732 Million Euros

Nicolas Saverys, a key figure in the Belgian shipping industry, heads Exmar, a company specializing in the transport of liquefied gas. With a fortune of over 1 billion euros, he has valued Exmar at 732 million euros by 2022. Find out more about his career, his successes and his influence on the European energy market.