Real estate

  • Rudi Mariën: Biotechnology visionary with assets of over €200 million

    Rudi Mariën, a Belgian pharmacist and entrepreneur, has played a decisive role in the development of biotechnology in Belgium. Founder of Innogenetics and a key investor in numerous biotech companies, Mariën has accumulated assets of over 200 million euros. His commitment to innovation and technological development, notably through projects such as Tech Lane Ghent, continues to inspire the biotech sector worldwide.

  • Jef Machiels: From Gravel Extraction to an Empire Worth Over 203 Million Euros

    Jef Machiels and his family have transformed their business from gravel extraction to a diversified empire in waste treatment, renewable energy, sustainable construction and real estate. With assets estimated at over 203 million euros, the Machiels family is distinguished by its commitment to sustainable development and its expansion into innovative sectors, with projects such as 'Closing the Circle' and the Maastricht real estate development redefining industry standards.

  • Mestdagh family: From retail to real estate with assets of over 769 million euros

    The Mestdagh family, with its roots in Belgian food retailing dating back to 1900, has evolved over time to become a major player in the real estate sector. After acquiring 16 Carrefour stores in 2010 and transforming its Champion network into Carrefour Market, the family reoriented its activities towards real estate in 2022, selling its supermarket network to Intermarché. Today, in partnership with the Mulliez family, their real estate assets are estimated at over 769 million euros, marking a strategic turning point in the history of this entrepreneurial family.

  • Adriana Karembeu: Deciphering her 25 Million Euro Fortune and Investment Strategies

    Immerse yourself in the financial world of Adriana Karembeu, fashion icon turned successful entrepreneur. With an estimated fortune of 25 million euros, discover how her investments in real estate and the beauty industry have shaped her wealth. Also explore her philanthropic commitment, testifying to her influence beyond the catwalk."

  • Axel Vervoordt: An Empire of Art and Real Estate Worth Over 70 Million Euros

    Axel Vervoordt, renowned for his expertise in art and antiques, has built an empire valued at over 70 million euros. With roots rooted in Antwerp's history, he has saved iconic Renaissance buildings, transformed 's Gravenwezel castle into an exhibition space, and developed Project Kanaal in Wijnegem, a unique cultural platform. Today, with the help of his sons, Vervoordt continues to influence the art and real estate markets, while devoting himself to enriching philosophical and artistic projects.

  • Jean-Pierre Quatacker: The Belgian Hotel Empire and a fortune of over 100 million euros

    Jean-Pierre Quatacker, an emblematic figure in the Belgian hotel industry, has transformed the Bedford hotels in Liège and Brussels into pillars of the sector. Although the Liège hotel was sold in 2007, the Brussels hotel remains under family management, offering impressive capacity in the heart of the capital. With a fortune estimated at between 75 and 102 million euros, Jean-Pierre Quatacker is a major player in the Belgian hotel industry.