Flanders

  • Ackermans and van Haaren: Key to Belgian diversification since 1884

    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.

  • Maes Family: A €400M Dynasty Conquers Belgian 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.

  • Wouter Vandenhaute and Erik Watte: The Media Turn of a Magnate

    Explore the fascinating career of Wouter Vandenhaute, from his early days in journalism to the founding of Woestijnvis, a pillar of Flemish television. Despite an estimated fortune of 8 million euros and a fluctuating position in the ranking of wealthy personalities, Vandenhaute has left an indelible mark on the media world.

  • Weerts Group Family: 75 Years of Expansion, from Transport to Global Logistics Leader

    Discover the remarkable rise of the Weerts Group family, from humble beginnings with a single truck before the Second World War to a dominant force in the logistics industry. With an extensive presence in Belgium and beyond, Weerts has transcended the times to diversify into real estate and specialized logistics services, while preserving the pioneering spirit of its founder.

  • Van Waeyenberge family: 3 generations and a growing family fortune

    Discover the history of the Van Waeyenberge family, a name synonymous with insight and endurance in Belgian commerce. Under the leadership of Piet Van Waeyenberge, this dynasty rose through activities ranging from food trading to the management of major financial holdings.

  • Van Thillo family: 932 million euros towards a digital media era

    At the heart of Belgium's financial and media dynamism, the Van Thillo family runs an empire that has successfully navigated the sometimes tumultuous waters of the banking and media industries. Despite the sale of Spaarkrediet and the closure of Het Financiehuis, their influence has only grown, not least thanks to their control of media giants such as VTM and Het Laatste Nieuws.