Since its foundation in 1871, the Moortgat family brewery has evolved from a modest brewery farm into one of Belgium's most successful and innovative breweries. The acquisition of the Maredsous brewery in 1963 and the management of Tuborg's bottling rights for the Benelux countries marked the first steps in its expansion.
Nestled in the heart of Limburg, Brasserie Martens stands out as Belgium's second largest beer producer, a title proudly held since its foundation in Bocholt in 1758. Through eight generations, the Martens family has cultivated a heritage of quality and excellence, guiding the company with passion and dedication.
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.
Immerse yourself in the world of GH Group, headed by Gérald Hibert, a discreet but powerful player in the real estate sector. With landmark acquisitions in Brussels and Paris, including the prestigious Louise Village, Hibert is shaping the sector through his judicious investments.
Immerse yourself in the world of the Lhoist-Berghmans family, whose assets total nearly 3 billion euros thanks to their world-leading lime and dolomite production.
Since its foundation in 1954 by Willy De Nolf and the de Nolf family, Roularta Media Group has become a pillar of the Belgian media industry, with family assets in excess of 289 million euros.
The history of the Frère family, marked by success and strategy, enters a new era with the succession of Albert Frère, the famous Belgian billionaire. At the heart of this transition are Ségolène Frère and her husband, Ian Gallienne.
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.
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 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.
