Frank De Palmenaer

Frank De Palmenaer: Founder of ABO Group with a net worth of 42 million euros

Frank De Palmenaer, founder of ABO Group, is a key player in the field of environmental technologies in Belgium. With a personal fortune estimated at 42 million euros, De Palmenaer has transformed his company into a market leader with over 300 employees. In 2014, he strengthened ABO Group's position on the stock market through a reverse takeover, illustrating his strategic vision and commitment to innovation in the environmental sector.

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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.

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Thomas Baert: Flooring revolutionary with a 73 million euro fortune

Belgian-born Thomas Baert made his mark on the Asian flooring industry by founding Chinafloors and Rugmax in Beijing. With around 1,300 employees, his company Creative Flooring Solutions (CFL) enjoys a global presence, with production sites in Vietnam, the USA, China and Taiwan. Thanks to its commitment to innovation and sustainable development, Baert has built up a fortune of over 73 million euros. Discover how its innovative brands, such as Firmfit, Novocore and Tenacity, have revolutionized the flooring market.

Van Gorp family: Heritage and Traditions in Belgium since 1958

Van Gorp family: Heritage and Traditions in Belgium since 1958

Discover the rise of Ravago Plastics, the Belgian company which, under the impetus of Raf Van Gorp, took advantage of the industrial era to become a world leader in plastics recycling and distribution, with a presence in 80 countries and assets valued at over 3 billion euros.