The Cigrang family, with an estimated heritage of 2 billion euros, stands out for its maritime empire and diversified investments. Originally from Luxembourg, but deeply rooted in Antwerp, they run Cobelfret, a major freight forwarding and port terminal management company.
The Hayen family, real estate icons and renowned plastic surgeons, have built a real estate empire worth an estimated 135 million euros, ranking 183rd among Belgium's fortunes.
In the heart of Belgium, the Maes family has raised Latexco to remarkable heights, positioning the company with a valuation of 131 million euros and a prime position among the Belgian giants. Under the expert guidance of Luc Maes, Latexco has established itself as an undisputed leader in latex production.
Since its foundation in 1967 by Luc Van Hoecke, this Belgian family business, nestled in the heart of Sint-Niklaas, has established itself as an essential leader in the world of functional furniture fittings. With an impressive heritage of 41.9 million euros, Van Hoecke has forged an exclusive partnership with Blum over the decades.
Jan De Clerck, heir to the Domo Group and owner of a fortune estimated at 850 million euros, embodies the next generation of a renowned Belgian entrepreneurial dynasty. Having taken up the torch from his father, Roger De Clerck, Jan has propelled Domo Chemicals to the top of the technical yarn industry, crucial to the European carpet market.
The Vandermarliere family dynasty, headed by Guido Vandermarliere and with an estimated fortune of 632 million euros, represents an outstanding success story in the tobacco industry and beyond. Since joining the family business in 1965, Guido has transformed J. Cortès into a globally recognized brand.
Under the astute management of Philippe Van de Vyvere, Sea-Invest has established itself as a European giant in port handling, with an impressive net worth of 788 million euros.
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.
Discover the inspiring story of the Donckers family, a Belgian family business founded in 1946, which turned post-war challenges into opportunities, becoming a major player in the tire industry.
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.
