Discover the captivating story of Victor Swerts and his family, who transformed Soudal into a Belgian chemical powerhouse with assets worth 699.2 million euros. From modest beginnings in 1966 to becoming a leader in sealants and silicones in Europe, while navigating global challenges and diversifying their investments, including into entertainment.
Immerse yourself in the history of the Joris family and ETAP, a Belgian company founded in 1949, famous for its cutting-edge lighting solutions and unsinkable sailboats. Discover how, under the leadership of Christ'l Joris, the company navigates through challenges to maintain a legacy of quality and innovation, with a family fortune of over 30 million euros.
Discover the rise of Urbain Vandeurzen, from young engineer to successful entrepreneur, leading LMS to the forefront of industrial simulations until its acquisition by Siemens for 700 million euros. A journey marked by innovation, investment diversification with Smile Invest, and a passion for winegrowing.
Explore the remarkable journey of Wim Heylen, from his beginnings in pet retail to the creation of a diversified empire with 24 companies and over 500 million euros in sales. Discover his global influence and innovative achievements.
Pierre Vandeputte, head of Group Galloo, illustrates an impressive success story in the recycling industry, with assets estimated at 252 million euros. Founded in 1939, Group Galloo has established itself as a leader in the recycling of metals and plastics.
Imperbel, known under the Derbigum brand name, has embodied innovation in the roofing industry since 1932.
The Macharis family, head of VPK Packaging Group, is a spectacular success story in the cardboard and packaging industry, with a family fortune in excess of 1.45 billion euros.
The Van Biervliet family, after selling its brickworks businesses in 1994, reinvested in the Fivanco holding company, focusing its expertise on real estate, particularly in international markets. With a diversified portfolio including major projects such as Sea Real Estates in Poland, the discreet but influential Belgian family continues to make its mark on the real estate sector.
Discover the meteoric rise of TVH, the Belgian materials handling equipment giant, from its foundation in 1969 by Paul Thermote and Paul Vanhalst to become a world leader. With an impressive inventory of 2,100 used forklift trucks and over 16 million spare parts references, TVH has established itself as an essential reference, serving 20,000 active customers in 162 countries.
Discover the fascinating story of the Kumpen family, a name synonymous with excellence in the world of construction and motorsport in Belgium. Founded in 1945 by Constant Kumpen, this dynasty has evolved from a manufacturer of drainage pipes to a leader in the construction sector, under the visionary leadership of Paul Kumpen.
