Haelterman Family: 155.8M€ Dynasty in the Belgian Beverage Sector

Haelterman family

The Haelterman family group, having acquired an estimated155,827,000, is evolving with positive momentum in the catering and wholesaleparticularly in the beverage sector. Headquartered in Brussels, the company has gone from strength to strength, and is currently ranked in the top 170 richest Belgians.

Historically, Michel Haelterman and his brother Paul run the family business, honoring the third generation at the helm of this significant economic entity. Michel oversaw Horeca Logistic Servicessupplying over 3,500 customers in the hospitality sector from Ternat, Deerlijk and Liège. Paul focuses on import and distribution in Belgium Carlsberg beer, the centerpiece of the Group's portfolio.

Table of responsibilities:

• Michel Haelterman :

  • Logistics service for 3,500 hotel customers.
  • Long-term vision of business partnerships.

• Paul Haelterman :

  • Importer of Carlsberg beer in Belgium.
  • Creator of Tao, an innovative health drink.

The two brothers carry on the legacy of their father, Michel, formerly known as the king of Brussels beer', which managed around a hundred cafés in the region. Paul Haelterman is currently guiding the company towards international expansion, in particular through of Taoa drink born of two years of experimentation in cooperation with a German laboratory.

The family has also experienced past tax disputes, which have resolved their differences through an agreement with the tax authorities, enabling them to continue their activities without legal hindrance.