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Flanders has 3 major seaports and they all have their own interests and emphases: Port of Antwerp-Bruges, North Sea Port and the Port of Ostend. The aim of the Flemish Port Strategy is to complement and strengthen the individual strategies of these ports. But to do that, we need to join forces. That is the only way we can efficiently address the challenges for the ports and logistics sector and create tailor-made solutions, including for Flanders.
The NIS2 Directive will come into force on October 18, 2024. Companies must take the appropriate measures to ensure their cybersecurity. Valéry Vander Geeten of the CCB and Bart Callens of Proximus NXT set out the preparations you should prioritize.
Every year, the amount of transport over water rises. The same is true for the number of jobs in the maritime sector, in multinationals, local start-ups and within the government. However, it remains a predominantly male sector. We want to change that with Project Olivia, by inspiring women to choose a job on, by or around the water. A goal that we share with many other countries and one which we are eager to cooperate on internationally.
As AI accelerates towards becoming 10% of global IT spending by 2028, the challenge lies in choosing the right areas for investment. Explore our insights on how to direct your AI budget towards high-impact, scalable projects that generate measurable business value. Unlock the strategies to turn potential into performance.
The Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory (WL) of the Department of Mobility and Public Works (MOW) unveiled its new, larger, and modern wave flume. This research facility is designed to simulate complex wave and water movements in a controlled environment. The festive inauguration took place at the WL headquarters on Berchemlei in Antwerp. The new wave flume was built with the support of the Program for Innovative Public Procurement (PIO) and the Flemish Agency for Maritime Services and Coast (MDK).
Laurence Gacoin, CEO of C-enery and C-innovation, discusses in an interview with Trends the innovations that the Cordeel Group is working on. Read the full article below.