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From Balta to Real Estate: Filip Balcaen and the Balcaen Family, a journey towards 1.4 billion Euros

Filip Balcaen, wealthy Belgian entrepreneur, has built an empire with a fortune estimated at 1.4 billion euros. Former CEO of Balta and founder of IVC, sold for 1 billion euros to Mohawk, he continues to diversify his investments into real estate and renewable energies. With his two sons, Louis and Simon Balcaen, involved in the family business, the Balcaen family ranks among the wealthiest in Belgium, managing an impressive estate and living in discreet luxury.

Marc Coucke: The Belgian strategist behind a fortune of 1.25 billion euros

Marc Coucke: The Belgian strategist behind a fortune of 1.25 billion euros

Marc Coucke, Belgian billionaire with an estimated fortune of over 1.25 billion euros, is the epitome of successful entrepreneurship. From the founding of Omega Pharma to his varied investments in sport, leisure and healthcare, Coucke continues to make his mark on the Belgian and international business landscape in 2024.

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Rudi De Winter and Françoise Chombar: The Belgian Entrepreneurial Couple with a Fortune of Over 1 Billion Euros

Rudi De Winter and Françoise Chombar, figureheads of Melexis and X-Fab, have built an empire in microelectronics, with a combined fortune of over 1 billion euros. Thanks to their expertise and leadership, Melexis is one of the world leaders in automotive sensors. Although they have recently reorganized their shareholdings, the couple continue to play a key role in the industry, illustrating the growing influence of Belgian entrepreneurs on the world stage.

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The Janssen Family Dynasty: Secular Influence and a 3-Billion-Euro Fortune

The Janssen family, one of Belgium's most influential dynasties, has positioned itself at the heart of the banking, industrial and pharmaceutical sectors. With assets estimated at over 3 billion euros, their legacy is marked by strategic alliances, notably with the Solvay group and UCB, and by rigorous management of their assets. From Daniel Janssen to Charles-Antoine Janssen, each generation has strengthened the family's grip on the Belgian economy. Discover how this family has combined tradition, innovation and strategy to become one of Belgium's wealthiest.

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Emsens family: a Belgian dynasty with assets worth 2.6 billion euros

The Emsens family, ranked among the 14 richest families in Belgium, controls an industrial empire with companies such as SCR-Sibelco, Aliaxis and Etex. These multinationals, specializing in sand mining, construction products and materials such as asbestos cement, reinforce the Emsens' influence on the global market. With assets of over 2.6 billion euros, the Emsens family is also extending its influence through strategic investments in companies such as Sofina and Solvay, consolidating their position as one of Belgium's leading industrial dynasties.

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Emsens family: 1.1 billion euros and a deep industrial heritage in sand mining

The Emsens family, pillars of the SCR-Sibelco group, have fashioned an industrial empire centered on the extraction of quartz sand used in glass production. With assets estimated at 1.1 billion euros, SCR-Sibelco is a little-known but key player in the global mining industry. Their influence extends across Europe, the United States and Mexico, while navigating contemporary challenges such as subsidiary restructuring and global market fluctuations. Discover how this Belgian dynasty continues to influence the economy while adapting to new realities.

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Alexandre Van Damme: From Family Inheritance to a 10 Billion Euro Fortune

Alexandre Van Damme, heir to a long Belgian brewing tradition, has transformed the small family brewery into a global giant, AB InBev. With an estimated fortune of over 10 billion euros, he is the second-richest Belgian. Renowned for his strategic vision and discreet leadership, Van Damme has diversified his investments into global companies such as Kraft Heinz and Douwe Egberts, while remaining a key figure in the beverage industry. Find out how Alexandre combined family tradition and innovation to become a key figure in the business world.

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De Raedt-Verheyden family: Colossal 1.7-billion-euro empire in biotechnology

Gino De Raedt and Frederica Verheyden have built a financial empire estimated at over 1.7 billion euros, from a simple medical laboratory in 1978 to major players in European biotechnology. Their journey, marked by strategic acquisitions and a spectacular merger with Biogroup, illustrates an exceptional entrepreneurial vision. With record dividends and diversified investments in real estate and private equity, the De Raedt-Verheyden couple have become one of Belgium's largest fortunes, while preparing for the future with their daughter Ann. Their story embodies the perfect blend of scientific innovation and financial genius.

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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.

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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.