Belgian economic mission 23 - 29 November 2013 - abh-ace
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Belgian economic mission 23 - 29 November 2013 - abh-ace
india Belgian Economic Mission 23 - 29 November 2013 participants brochure Publication date: 1 OCTOBER 2013 This publication contains information on all participants who have registered before its publication date. The profiles of all participants and companies, including the ones who have registered at a later date, are however published on the websites of the Belgian Foreign Trade Agency www.abh-ace.be and www.belgianeconomicmission.be Belgian Economic Mission to India 23 - 29 November 2013 Organised by the regional agencies for the promotion of Foreign Trade & Investment (Brussels Invest & Export, Flanders Investment & Trade – FIT, the Wallonia Foreign Trade and Investment Agency – AWEX), FPS Foreign Affairs and the Belgian Foreign Trade Agency. 4 india Belgian Economic Mission 5 BELGIAN ECONOMIC MISSIONS 2013 Calendar 2013-2014 THAILAND 16 - 22 March UNITED STATES: Los Angeles, San Francisco/Silicon Valley 2 - 9 June ANGOLA & SOUTH AFRICA 20 - 27 October INDIA 23 - 29 November SAUDI ARABIA & OMAN 14 - 21 March COLOMBIA & PERU 19 - 25 October MALAYSIA & SINGAPORE November 2014 (The dates are subject to change) HRH PRINCESS ASTRID OF BELGIUM Representative of HM the King Belgian Economic Mission 7 HRH Princess Astrid, Princess of Belgium was born in Brussels on 5 June 1962. She is the second child of King Albert II and Queen Paola, and the sister of the King. HRH Princess Astrid is also particularly concerned by the plight of victims of violence. She is therefore fully engaged in the efforts to ban antipersonnel mines. HRH Princess Astrid performs her public duties as expected within the context of the Royal Family with particular interest for the problems of our contemporary society. At the request of HM the King, HRH Princess Astrid will represent him and preside over the economic missions to Angola and South Africa in October 2013 and to India in November 2013. It is widely recognised that missions such as these have a positive impact on the development of economic and trade relations between Belgium and its regions and many overseas partners. They also enable bridges to be built between Belgian and foreign companies as well as between Belgian companies themselves. HRH Princess Astrid is also a member of the International Paralympics Committee Honorary Board. She is also the Honorary President of the non-profit association Damien Action. HRH Princess Astrid studied art history at Leiden in the Netherlands. She completed her education in Geneva, at the Institute of European Studies and in Michigan in the United States. As Honorary Chairwoman of the Queen Elisabeth Medical Foundation (QEMF), the European Organisation on Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) Charitable Trust and the Science and Medical Funds of the King Baudouin Foundation, HRH Princess Astrid supports clinical and fundamental research. The Princess is also active in the fight against epidemics and pandemics: i.e. as “Special Representative” of the Roll Back Malaria partnership to fight malaria. HRH Princess Astrid is known to be highly concerned about persons who - through a variety of circumstances - become marginalised citizens. She visits and encourages in many ways those Organisations which offer assistance to those who are in need of help. On June 20th 2013, the Secretariat of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention/Ottawa Convention announced that HRH Princess Astrid - as Special Envoy of the Convention - has joined a task force which will undertake diplomatic efforts to obtain the signature of the Convention by States not yet party to it. Since 22 November 1996, HRH Princess Astrid has been a member of the Belgian Senate as senator by right. She also joined the Belgian Armed Forces on 22 May 1997. The Princess is a Colonel in the Medical Unit. On 22 September 1984, HRH Princess Astrid married in Brussels Lorenz, Arch-Duke d’Autriche-Este, who became Prince of Belgium in 1995. The Prince was born in Boulogne-Billancourt on 16 December 1955. The princely couple has five children, all born in Belgium: Amedeo (21 February 1986), Maria Laura (26 August 1988), Joachim (9 December 1991), Luisa Maria (11 October 1995) and Laetitia Maria (23 April 2003). 8 india HE DIDIER REYNDERS Deputy Prime Minister Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and European Affairs Belgian Economic Mission 9 Born in Liège on August 6th, 1958 Married – 4 children GOVERNMENT POSITIONS Minister of Finance (1999 - 2011) Chairman of the Eurogroup (January December 2001) President of the Ecofin (July - December 2001 / July 2010 - December 2010) Member of Parliament since 1992 ACADEMICAL FUNCTIONS Lecturer at the Hautes commerciales of Liège Chairman of the PRL-FDF Group (1995 Ecoles Staff member of the Public Law Deputy Prime Minister since 18 July 2004 Minister of Institutional Reforms (2004 2011) Guest lecturer at the Université catholique de Louvain (Louvain business school (UCL)) POLITICAL ACTIVITIES Chief of staff of the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Justice and Institutional Reforms, Mr Jean Gol (1987 - 1988) Member of the Liège Town Council since the Federal Holding and Investment Company (FHIC) and the insurance companies (2007 - 2011) Leader of the MR Group of the Liège and European Affairs since 6 December 2011 (2004 - 2011) PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES Lawyer (1981 - 1985) Director General of the Local Authorities Minister in charge of the National Lottery, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade Chairman of the Mouvement Réformateur Department at the University of Liège Minister in charge of the Belgian Buildings Agency (2003 - 2011) 1999) October 1988 Town Council since 1995 Deputy Chairman of the MR (1992 2004) Department of the Ministry of the Walloon Region (1985 - 1988) Chairman of the National Railway Company of Belgium (1986-1991) Chairman of the National Society of Airways (1991-1993) 10 india HE KRIS PEETERS Minister-President of the Government of Flanders Flemish Minister for Economy, Foreign Policy, Agriculture and Rural Policy Belgian Economic Mission 11 Born on May 18th, 1962 Married 1994-1999: Secretary General, UNIZO, Brussels EDUCATION 1999-2004: Managing Director, UNIZO (Organization of Self-Employed and SMEs) B.A. in Philosophy, University of Antwerp, Antwerp M.A. in Law, University of Antwerp, Antwerp POLITICAL CAREER Special degree in Accountancy and Tax 2004-2007: Minister for Public Works, Energy, Environment and Nature, Government of Flanders (Belgium) Law, Vlerick School of Management, Ghent PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1986-1988: Lawyer, Storme, Leroy, Van Parys and Doolaege, Ghent 1988-1991: Counsellor fiscal matters, UNIZO, Brussels 2007-2009: Minister for Institutional Reform, Administrative Affairs, Foreign Policy, Media, Tourism, Ports, Agriculture, Sea Fisheries and Rural Policy, Government of Flanders (Belgium) Centre, 2007-2009: Minister-President, Government of Flanders (Belgium) Director Research Department, UNIZO, Brussels 2009-Present: Minister for Economy, Foreign Policy, Agriculture and Rural Policy, Government of Flanders (Belgium) 1989-1991: Lecturer, Hasselt Limburg 1991-1994: University 2009-Present: Minister-President, Government of Flanders (Belgium) HONORARY TITLES 2005: Honorary President, Business School) FBS (Flanders 2005: Honorary Secretary-General, FVIB (Federation of Self-Employed Professionals) 2005: Honorary Managing Director, UNIZO 2008: Honorary Degree, Moscow State Institute of International Relations 12 india HE JEAN-CLAUDE MARCOURT Vice-President and Minister of Economy, SMEs, Foreign Trade and New Technologies of the Walloon Government and Minister of Higher Education of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation Belgian Economic Mission 13 Born in Awans on October 16th, 1956 1974-1979: University of Liege – Jurist Doctorate in Law Since 1979: Attorney and member of the Liege Bar (on leave since 1992) 1998-1999: Director of Cabinet of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Telecommunications 1999-2003: Director of Cabinet of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Employment of the Federal Government of Belgium Director of Cabinet, of the Walloon Regional Minister for Internal Affairs 2003-2004: Director of Cabinet of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice of the Federal Government of Belgium 1994-1995: Director of Cabinet, of the Walloon Regional Minister for Internal Affairs, Civil Service and Budget 2004-2009: Minister of Economy, Employment, Foreign Trade and Heritage of the Walloon Regional Government 1995-1997: Director of Cabinet, of the Walloon Regional Minister for Budget, Finance, Employment and Formation Since 2009: Vice-President and Minister of Economy, SME, Foreign Trade and New Technologies of the Walloon Government 1992-1994: Minister of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation for Budget, Finance and Civil Service Minister of Higher Education of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation 14 india HE CÉLINE FREMAULT Minister of Economy, Employment, Scientific Research, Trade and Foreign Trade for the Brussels-Capital Region Belgian Economic Mission 15 ACADEMIC CAREER 1992-1994: Bachelor’s degree in law (French/Dutch), Facultés universitaires Saint-Louis and at the Katholieke Universiteit Brussel 1994-1997: Bachelor’s degree in philosophy, Université Catholique de Louvain 1994-1998: Master’s degree in law, option public law, Université Catholique de Louvain 1998-1999: Master’s degree in environmental law, Facultés universitaires Saint-Louis Brussels 2000-2001: Certificate of aptitude for teaching in higher and secondary education, Université Catholique de Louvain PROFESSIONAL CAREER 1998-2001: Teaching assistant in the Faculty of Law of the Université Catholique de Louvain 1999-2003: University staff member in the cdH Senate group 2003-2004: Staff member in the cdH political department 2004-2009: Member of the Brussels Parliament and Member of the Parliament of the French Community 2009-2010: cdH Community senator - member of the Commissions Justice and Equality of Opportunity for Women and Men 2010-2013: cdH Chairwoman in Brussels Parliament member of the Commissions for Housing, Finances and Equality of Opportunity for Women and Men 2012-2013: Deputy Mayor for Families, Daycare Centers, Health and Equality in Uccle Since 2001: Public law teacher at the Institut Cardijn Louvain-la-Neuve Since 2013: Minister of Economy, Employment, Scientific Research, Trade and Foreign Trade in the Brussels-Capital Region 16 india Belgian Economic Mission 17 TABLE OF CONTENTS Private & Public Organisations, Chambers of Commerce and Federations ���������������������������������������������������������������� 18 Financial Institutions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 34 Ports & Airports ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 44 Higher Education Institutions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 Industrial & Service Companies ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 60 Public Sector ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������176 Hotels of the mission �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������202 Economic profile of Belgium, the heart of Europe ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������208 Private & Public Organisations, Chambers of Commerce and Federations 20 india AGORIA - RENEWABLE ENERGY CLUB In the field of Renewable Energy technologies, Belgian companies can boast proven track records. 100+ of these companies have joined forces to offer their services to customers abroad. In the Renewable Energy Club powered by Agoria, both local and international companies have formed a unique network that paves the way for the Belgian technology for the energy sector on the international scene. The Clubs’ aims are to promote the expertise in Renewable energy technologies abroad, to identify Diamant Building Bd A. Reyerslaan 80 1030 Brussels t +32 2 706 79 39 f +32 2 706 79 43 [email protected] www.renewableenergyclub.be Jan DECLERCQ President and create international business opportunities for its members. If you are looking for a single point of contact for energy technology from the heart of Europe, you have found it!! Belgian Economic Mission 21 ANTWERP WORLD DIAMOND CENTRE The Antwerp World Diamond Centre is a Public, Private Cooperation, officially representing and coordinating the Antwerp diamond sector. Our mission is twofold: strengthening Antwerp's position as the world's primary diamond trading centre and strengthening the image of diamonds to a general audience. We do this through Diamond Office, where we streamline the vast import and export flow of diamonds in and out of Antwerp and through a wide variety of dedicated marketing campaigns, services, conferences, trade fairs, economic missions and much more… Stéphane FISCHLER President Ari EPSTEIN Chief Executive Officer Our goal is to serve all those involved or interested in our fascinating stones, from professional players like the mining giants to the bride-to-be, looking for her perfect wedding ring. Karla BASSELIER Head Public Affairs Hoveniersstraat 22 2018 Antwerp t +32 3 222 05 11 [email protected] www.awdc.be 22 india BELGO-INDIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY (BICC&I) The Belgo-Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BICC&I) is at the heart of a growing network with 150 active members and has access to more than2,000 contacts in Belgium directly involved with business in India. Throughout the year BICC&I organises several seminars on various topics related to India in order to enhance information exchange and to promote the commercial, industrial, scientific and financial co-operation between Belgium and India. Marnixlaan 24 1000 Brussels t +32 479 75 88 92 [email protected] www.bic-belgium.com Baron Philippe VLERICK Chairman Brigitte CLAESEN Executive Assistant Belgian Economic Mission 23 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MECHELEN (VOKA) There are 8 Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CCI) in Flanders. All are private institutions and consequently membership is not compulsory. Together with the Flemish Employers Association, these 8 Chambers form the Voka alliance (politically independent) which unites more than 17.000 businesses from all sectors within the Flemish region. This alliance represents the largest Flemish network of enterprises, 65% of the private employment and 66% of the added value produced in Flanders. Voka supports the economic development of this region by lobbying, networking and offering tailormade services to small, medium and large businesses. Frédéric ACHTEN General Manager Petra VAN BOUWELEN Manager International Business The regional CCI of Mechelen employs 16 people and serves over 1200 companies from various industries and size in the district of Mechelen. The main business sectors that stress the economic importance of this region are: pharmacy, logistics (one of the biggest logistic hubs of Western Europe), ICT, B2B service sector, construction and food (Mechelen has Europe’s largest co-operative auction for vegetables, fruits & bio). Voka is part of the global network of Chambers of Commerce and Industry, the oldest and largest business network worldwide. O.L.Vrouwestraat 85 2800 Mechelen t +32 15 45 10 20 f +32 15 45 10 21 [email protected] www.voka.be/mechelen 24 india CONSTRUCTION CONFEDERATION The Construction Confederation is the leading business organisation, recognized employers’ organization and representative body of the construction industry in Belgium. It represents some 15000 member companies of all sizes, from small enterprises to global players, carrying out all forms of building and civil engineering activities. The Construction Confederation is member of the Federation of Enterprises in Belgium (FEB), the European Construction Industry Federation (FIEC) and European International Contractors (EIC). Rue du Lombard 42 1000 Brussels t +32 2 545 56 00 f +32 2 545 59 00 [email protected] www.confederationconstruction.be Vincent DETEMMERMAN Director International Affairs Many successful projects worldwide attest to the expertise of Belgian contractors in a wide range of areas: housing, hospitals, hotels and non-residential complexes, as well as dredging, port facilities, land reclamation, dams, tunnels, pipelines, wastewater treatment plants, roads, bridges, waterways, railways, etc. ESSENSCIA - BELGIAN FEDERATION FOR CHEMISTRY AND LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRIES essenscia represents and brings together 800 companies in Belgium’s chemical, plastics and life sciences industry. With turnover of 61 billion euros and 90,000 direct employees, the sector represents 1/5 of the entire Belgian manufacturing industry. The sector exports 80% of its production and generates a trade surplus of 24 billion euros, thus contributing to the vigour of the Belgian economy. The sector is also very innovative with nearly 2.75 billion euros R&D-expenditures every year. Belgium is the number one chemical country in the world on a per capita basis and a dominant player of a wide range of key chemicals and plastics in Europe. The spectacular development of the port area of Yves VERSCHUEREN Managing Director Frank BECKX Head of Communication & Public Affairs Belgian Economic Mission 25 Antwerp since the 1960s has been of vital importance for the growth of the base chemical industry in Belgium. Thanks to considerable investments by Belgian and foreign companies in the petrochemical industry and other major chemical activities, Belgium has developed into a leading global petrochemical center. Belgium is also a world leader in pharmaceuticals. Nearly 30,000 people work in this sector, which alone accounts for 10% of all Belgian exports. In fact, 40% of all private sector R&D- expenditures is in the pharmaceutical industry, twice the European average. For more information, visit www.essenscia.be. Diamant Building Boulevard A. Reyerslaan 80 1030 Brussels t +32 2 238 97 11 f +32 2 231 13 01 [email protected] www.essenscia.be 26 india FEDERATION OF ENTERPRISES IN BELGIUM - FEB FEB, the voice of business in Belgium, promotes an optimal business and investment environment. The Federation of Enterprises in Belgium (FEB) is the only multisector employer organisation representing companies in Belgium’s three regions. FEB represents more than 50,000 companies, accounting for 80% of employment in the private sector. FEB promotes and defends the interests of those companies in nearly 150 federal, European and international bodies, with a view to creating an optimum business and investment environment. FEB’s activities are underpinned by its thorough knowledge of the sector – thanks Rue Ravenstein 4 1000 Brussels t +32 2 515 08 11 f +32 2 515 08 32 [email protected] www.vbo-feb.be Pieter TIMMERMANS CEO Laurent SEMPOT Attaché International Relations to the expertise of its member federations – and on key values such as the social market economy, sustainable development, business ethics, good governance, dialogue and self-regulation. Belgian Economic Mission 27 FLANDERS CLEANTECH ASSOCIATION Flanders Cleantech Association (FCA) represents 135 innovative cleantech companies in Flanders, the heart of Europe and the second largest chemical cluster in the world. Topics covered are (1) sustainable energy, (2) sustainable chemicals, processes and materials, (3) transport and mobility, (4) urban development and sustainable construction (5) rural development such as sustainable agriculture, and (6) air/water/waste/soil remediation. FCA's companies are constantly looking for industrial and commercial partnerships to build win-win solutions for governments, organizations … that want to accelerate the transition to a sustainable industry and society, yielding ecologic and economic benefits. Carine VAN HOVE Manager FCA-companies can be grouped in 6 Cleantech Subclusters: 1) W³ - wind - water - wave 2) Ghent Bio Energy Valley 3) Sustainable Chemistry cluster, located in Antwerp, EU's largest and world's second largest chemical cluster 4) Enhanced Landfill Mining, with Waste-to-Energy and Waste-to-Materials concepts 5) EnergyVille, with one of the 6 EU co-locations KIC InnoEnergy focusing on energy efficient cities and buildings 6) Living Lab on Electric Vehicles Roderveldlaan 5/1 2600 Berchem t +32 3 295 22 72 f +32 3 286 74 39 [email protected] www.fca.be 28 india GREENWIN "GreenWin" is an innovation cluster for environment friendly technologies, one of the six competitive clusters set forth by the Wallonia Government. Driven by the sustainable development of industries, the members of GreenWin focus their efforts on getting the most efficient environmental technologies on the market. Together they work to reduce the environmental footprint left by their activities and products. GreenWin has a solid operations unit, one founded on a network of experts and in direct contact with all stakeholders in sustainable development. Boasting a permanent structure, it provides effective support and a bespoke service, all in complete confidentiality. Maison de l’Industrie Rue Auguste Picard 20 6041 Gosselies t +32 71 91 92 89 [email protected] www.greenwin.be Gilles COLSON International Affairs Manager GreenWin offers its members the following: A meeting forum Support for creating projects Assistance in securing funding International visibility Belgian Economic Mission 29 MAD BRUSSELS MAD BRUSSELS, The Brussels Fashion and Design Centre ; 4000 square meters in the heart of Brussels What we do ? We promote our cultural talents internationally We promote fashion and designers work We organize exhibitions, seminars and events We offer career coaching, job prospection in the field of fashion & design We have residences and design studios We fight for Brussels as a capital of creative industries Esther BECK Deputy Manager Rue d'Alost 7/11 1000 Brussels t +32 2 880 85 62 [email protected] [email protected] www.madbrussels.be 30 india UNIZO “UNIZO, the organization for independent entrepreneurs and SMEs” is a non-profit and interprofessional employers’ organization and social partner. With 125 cooperating professional sectorial organizations and over 85000 members, UNIZO is the largest organization for entrepreneurs in Flanders & Brussels. The main activities of UNIZO are: defending the interests of the entrepreneurs, providing information and advice and stimulating networking. They are aimed at five specific categories: start-ups, young companies, growing companies, international active companies and business transfer. Willebroekkaai 37 1000 Brussels t +32 2 212 25 11 f +32 2 230 93 54 [email protected] www.unizo.be Karel VAN EETVELT Managing Director UNIZO International is responsible for stimulating international trade of Flemish SMEs and cooperation in European and international projects. UNIZO is a member of UEAPME, the European SME organization Belgian Economic Mission 31 VISITBRUSSELS VisitBrussels is the official Brussels Tourism & Convention Bureau and provides you with independent advice. Our team of experts will be delighted to put you in contact with the right venues, hotels, museums, attractions, local professional congress organizers (PCO), destination management companies (DMC) and other service suppliers, to help you build your leisure programme, incentive, meeting or conference. Whatever stage you’ve reached in the planning process, our team is ready to assist you. We will do everything necessary to ensure that your activity is a success! Alain HUTCHINSON President Patrick BONTINCK CEO Anousjka SCHMIDT Sales Manager Rue Royale 2-4 1000 Brussels t +32 2 513 89 40 f +32 2 513 83 20 [email protected] www.visitbrussels.be 32 india VITO VITO (Flemish Institute for Technological Research) is a leading European independent research and consultancy centre in the areas of cleantech and sustainable development, elaborating solutions for the large societal challenges of today. Sustainable chemistry, energy, health, materials management and land use: these are the five topics VITO focuses on. VITO is setting up a biomass and biotechnology lab in India to carry out local research and technology activities for Indian industry to support the biobased economy and green chemistry in the broad sense. These services will be provided by local research staff and based on VITO expertise. The main cleantech topics offered by Boeretang 200 2400 Mol t +32 14 33 55 11 f +32 14 32 65 86 [email protected] www.vito.be Dirk FRANSAER Managing Director Ludo DIELS Scientific Manager VITO in India are in the fields of Sustainable Chemistry and Biomass and Smart systems for intelligent energy networks. Besides offering contract research services, VITO is also looking for partners to introduce its developed technologies on the Indian market. Partners are needed to adapt VITO developed membrane separation and (bio)(electro)chemical processes to the Indian market, to use and to commercialize the technologies. VITO has more than 700 highly-qualified employees from various specialisms. Arnoud LUST Business Development Manager VOKA - CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY EAST-FLANDERS VOKA Chamber of Commerce and Industry EastFlanders aims to be the most representative, leading, interprofessional and independent employer organization in East-Flanders. It currently has about 3,000 members, representing 60% of the added value of companies located in the province of East-Flanders. VOKA EastFlanders is part of VOKA Flanders, representing 18,000 companies in Flanders, Belgium. Belgian Economic Mission 33 Networking activities Internationalization services & activities Training & education VOKA Chamber of Commerce provides following services for its members: Lobbying with local and regional governments Services for our member companies Geert MOERMAN Managing Director Lammerstraat 18 9000 Ghent t +32 9 266 14 40 f +32 9 266 14 41 [email protected] www.voka.be/oost-vlaanderen Financial Institutions 36 india ANTWERP DIAMOND BANK Antwerp Diamond Bank (ADB) 's core activity is granting of credit to the diamond industry. Only diamond & jewellery companies are accepted. ADB is market leader in Antwerp, together with ABN Amro with a market share of around 40% each. More than 85% of the Antwerp Diamond Companies have an account with ADB. Head Office is in Antwerp, but ADB has offices in most of the important diamond centers, being Singapore, Mumbai, Hong Kong, Dubai and New York. Pelikaanstraat 54 2018 Antwerp t +32 3 204 72 04 f +32 3 233 90 95 [email protected] www.antwerpdiamondbank.com Pierre DE BOSSCHER CEO Karl DE BORGER CEO, Mumbai Branch Belgian Economic Mission 37 BELFIUS BANK Belfius Bank is an autonomous Belgian banking and insurance group wholly owned by the Belgian federal state through the Federal Holding and Investment Company (FHIC). Belfius Bank shares are not listed. Belfius Bank & Insurance is, above all, a local bank, collecting savings deposits and investments via its distribution networks in Belgium. It then re-invests these funds into the society in the form of loans to individuals (mainly mortgage loans), the self-employed, small and medium-sized enterprises and the liberal professions, corporates and, in particular, public and social institutions. Manuel PREVOT Head of Trade Finance Boulevard Pacheco 44 1000 Brussels t +32 2 222 12 01 f +32 2 222 21 84 [email protected] www.belfius.be 38 india BELGIAN CORPORATION FOR INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT (BMI-SBI) BMI-SBI is a semi-public investment company, of which the main objective is the medium to long term co-financing of foreign investments by Belgian companies. Its major shareholders are Belgian public institutions as well as private companies such as Fortis Bank, ING and Suez-Tractebel. Our activities are oriented towards the creation of new “joint ventures” or subsidiaries worldwide, as well as the acquisition, restructuring or development of existing companies. Avenue de Tervuren 168 1150 Brussels t +32 2 776 01 00 f +32 2 770 66 38 [email protected] [email protected] www.bmi-sbi.be Barbara REYPENS Investment Officer BMI-SBI takes minority participations in equity and/or quasi-equity (subordinated loans, profit-sharing loans …) and/or provides medium and long term straight loans. The average financing amount ranges between EUR 0.5 to 2.5 million while the term is usually between 5 to 10 years. Belgian Economic Mission 39 BNP PARIBAS FORTIS BNP Paribas Fortis is part of BNP Paribas, a leading European provider of financial services with a presence in almost 80 countries. The bank offers the Belgian market a comprehensive package of financial services for private individuals, the self-employed, professionals and SMEs. In the insurance sector, BNP Paribas Fortis works closely with Belgian market leader AG Insurance. The bank also provides wealthy individuals, corporations and public and financial institutions with custom solutions for which it can draw on BNP Paribas’ knowhow and international network. Maxime JADOT Chairman of the Executive Board, CEO Jacques MICHEL CEO & Country Manager BNP PARIBAS INDIA BNP Paribas is present in India since 1860. Today, it has offices in 8 Indian cities and is positioned amongst the leading corporate and investment banks in the country. The bank offers a range of specialised corporate and investment banking products and private banking services. The bank also has a Belgian desk, dedicated to needs of the Belgian clients of BNP Paribas Fortis. Carina SUTERA SARDO Head of Trade Center Brussels & South Himanshu MEHTA Head of Corporate Banking India Montagne du Parc 3 1000 Brussels t +32 2 565 91 51 [email protected] www.bnpparibasfortis.com 40 india COMMERZBANK AG – BRUSSELS BRANCH Boulevard Louis Schmidt 29 1040 Brussels t +32 2 743 18 30 f +32 2 743 19 33 [email protected] www.commerzbank.com Founded in 1870 and today Germany’s second largest commercial bank, Commerzbank offers a full range of commercial banking services throughout the world. Its presence in more than 60 countries, through its international network, reflects a longstanding commitment to global service. Commerzbank Brussels Branch, as the hub for the BeNeLux countries and France, is in charge of the coordination and structuring of the ECA covered financings to India out of Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Luxemburg either as a stand alone or as part of a multisource scheme. The corporate sector has always been the main focus of Commerzbank activities in Belgium. Moreover, thanks to a constant contact with Commerzbank worldwide network, the Belgian entity can assist their customers in their international activities in order to provide them with adapted solutions to their specific needs (documentary business, structured export & trade finance…). Commerzbank has a representative office in Mumbai. Wouter GOOVAERTS Export Finance Manager Belgian Economic Mission 41 ING BELGIUM ING Belgium SA/NV services all banking customers with a wide range of financial products and via the distribution channel (click & face) of their choice. ING Belgium SA/ NV is a full subsidiary of ING Group N.V. which services 85 million private, corporate and institutional clients in more than 40 countries in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and Australia. Philippe MASSET CEO Jos BEHIELS Managing Director Corporate Finance / Commercial Banking Shailendra BHANDARI CEO ING Vysya Amit BAGRI Head of International Business Clients, ING Vysya Avenue Marnix 24 1000 Brussels t +32 2 547 21 11 f +32 2 547 36 87 [email protected] [email protected] www.ing.be 42 india KBC BANK KBC is an integrated bank-insurance group, catering mainly for retail, private banking, SME and mid-cap clients. Geographically, we focus on our core markets of Belgium, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and Bulgaria. We have a limited presence elsewhere in the world, primarily to support corporate clients from our core markets. KBC Bank is a market leader in Trade Finance in its home markets of Belgium and Central Europe. For more information please refer to www.kbc.com. Havenlaan 2 1080 Brussels t +32 2 429 26 56 [email protected] www.kbc.be Sameer CHINCHANIKAR Chief Representative South & South East Asia KBC BANK 702 Kesar Solitaire, Palm Beach Road, Sanpada 400705 Navi Mumbai T +91 22 6673 0970 F +91 22 6673 0971 [email protected] Belgian Economic Mission 43 ONDD - THE BELGIAN EXPORT CREDIT AGENCY Mission The Office National du Ducroire | Nationale Delcrederedienst (ONDD), is the Belgian public credit insurer with a mission to promote international economic relations. The ONDD performs this task as an autonomous, government institution and benefits from a state guarantee. For these risks, the ONDD can also work together with banks through risk-sharing schemes. The ONDD also insures against political risks concerning foreign direct investments, and directly finances commercial transactions of limited proportions. Scope The ONDD insures companies and banks against political and commercial risks relating to international, commercial transactions, for example, concerning capital goods and industrial projects, and contracted works and services. Mireille JANSSENS Business Development Advisor Rue Montoyer 3 1000 Brussels t +32 2 788 88 00 f +32 2 788 88 10 [email protected] [email protected] www.ondd.be Ports & Airports 46 india ANTWERP PORT AUTHORITY The Port of Antwerp is the leading European integrated maritime and logistics hub and second largest seaport in Europe. Located right at the heart of the European single internal market, is has become the centre of worldwide trading activities. Optimal connections through a vast network of highway, railroad infrastructures and inland waterways guarantee a smooth throughput to all of the major European industrial and consumer areas/regions. Antwerp is a multifunctional port, where all types of cargo (containers, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk) are loaded, unloaded, stored and handled in a most efficient way. With direct services to over 500 ports, 300 of which are called weekly, the Port of Antwerp offers a wide vari- Port House Entrepotkaai 1 2000 Antwerp t +32 3 205 20 11 [email protected] www.portofantwerp.com Marc VAN PEEL President Eddy BRUYNINCKX CEO ety of regular seaborne and short sea maritime services to all destinations worldwide. With an excellent nautical accessibility even the largest existing container vessels call the Port of Antwerp. The Port of Antwerp offers a unique blend of cargo handling, industrial activity and logistics operations. With a wide variety of specialized handling techniques, extensive and bonded warehousing, logistics and service facilities, the Port of Antwerp is a truly integrated port. Luc ARNOUTS CCO Els PEETERS Chief of Cabinet for Vice-Mayor Marc Van Peel Belgian Economic Mission 47 BRUSSELS AIRPORT COMPANY Brussels Airport hosts the European headquarters of Royal Air Maroc, Saudi Airlines Cargo and Singapore Airlines Cargo and was recently chosen by Finnair Cargo as their second cargo hub. In 2012 more than 690.000 tonnes of flown and trucked air cargo was handled at Brussels Airport. Situated in the centre of Europe’s economical heart, BRU is perfectly located for distribution and logistical solutions. Our committed cargo team of key Accounts welcomes you to Brussels Airport. “BRUcargo” our dedicated free trade zone, groups all the stakeholders and gives air cargo a unique logistical platform where new and redeveloped facilities are combined with a large number of dynamic freight forwarders and supporting local authorities. Johan LEUNEN Cargo Marketing Manager Brussels Airport Satellite building 1st floor 1930 Zaventem t +32 2 753 42 00 [email protected] www.brucargo.be 48 india PORT AUTHORITY ZEEBRUGGE Isabellalaan 1 8380 Zeebrugge t +32 50 54 32 11 f +32 50 54 32 70 [email protected] www.portofzeebrugge.be As A MAJOR COASTAL PORT ON THE BELGIAN NORTH SEA COAST, the port of Zeebrugge offers a highly productive hub for a wide range of shipping companies. With an array of both deep sea and short sea distribution capacities, a network of intermodal services to reach the markets & distribution facilities within the port area, the site is a logistic turntable that meets the demands of a very diverse customer base. With 12 fixed weekly container services on the Far EastIndia-Middle East, the port of Zeebrugge is well-geared to offer its customers daily shipment possibilities. The port of Zeebrugge ranks n°1 on world scale in car trade. In 2012 1.7 million units were handled for the global automotive industry. Zeebrugge offers its network and expertise to the emerging markets. The port is thus looking to provide its unique and specialised advantages and to offer its export tools into the European market. Joachim COENS President - CEO Sven DE WACHTER India Representative Port of Zeebrugge India, part of the BRIC countries, offers tremendous potentialities for the global trade. Our port is a major gateway into Europe. Belgian Economic Mission 49 PORT OF GHENT Port of Ghent (Belgium): large enough to cope, small enough to care. Ghent is a congestion-free logistics and industrial seaport, home to global leaders in dry and liquid bulk, automotive and distribution. Typical commodities are petroleum products (jet fuel, diesel, gasoline), steel, coal, ores, agro, fertilizers, construction, forest products, chemical and bio energy industries (300 companies, representing 70,000 direct and indirect jobs). Traffic volume: 49,5 million tonnes of cargo by water in 2012; nautical access: Panamax type vessels of 92,000 DWT; quay length: 28 km. Ghent port offers a choice of well-equipped terminals and warehousing facilities for all commodities in dry and liquid bulk, breakbulk and containers and has excellent hinterland connections by water, rail and road. It is the strategic distribution and logistics hub for Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Germany by inland waterways, road, rail and pipeline and for Norway, Sweden, Finland, the Baltic, Russia, Greece, Turkey, Libya, Tunisia, Egypt and Morocco by short sea shipping. Ghent port has 660 hectares of industrial greenfield sites readily available for logistics, distribution, warehousing, bio based economy and industrial developments near the new Kluizendok (5 km of quays). With this mission, we aim to establish strategic relationships with ports, shipping lines (container & conventional), logistics companies and the industry. Hendrik-Jan VAN ENGELEN CCO John Kennedylaan 32 9042 Ghent t +32 9 251 05 50 f +32 9 251 54 06 [email protected] www.portofghent.be Higher Education Institutions 52 india EUROPEAN INSTITUtE FOR ASIAN STUDIES (EIAS) The European Institute for Asian Studies (EIAS) is a leading Think & Do Tank based in Brussels, focusing on EU-Asia relations. As a policy research centre, its aim is to promote understanding and cooperation between the EU and Asia and to act as a focal point for EU-Asia relations and studies in Europe. In its effort to strengthen ties between Asia and Europe and to ensure in-depth, comprehensive research and information exchange, EIAS recently set up an office in India. EIAS seeks to provide information and expertise to policy makers, the academic world and business in Europe and Asia, offering academic and hands-on expertise to bear on decision-making processes with regard to EUAsia affairs and developments in Asia. EIAS also acts Wetstraat 67 1040 Brussels t +32 2 230 81 22 [email protected] www.eias.org Axel GOETHALS CEO as a forum for discussion, dialogue and frequent exchanges of ideas, bringing together all relevant stakeholders from the institutional level, diplomatic missions, academia, the corporate sector, civil society, the media and all other important segments of society. EIAS activities include undertaking research studies, organising briefings, seminars and conferences. EIAS draws on an active network of several hundred regular collaborators across the EU and Asia, at leading universities, from within think tanks as well as from specialised research centres. The EIAS network comprises a rich cross-section of disciplines and sectors, officials and civil society players, policy makers and policy shapers, scholars and diplomats. FONDS WETENSCHAPPELIJK ONDERZOEK VLAANDEREN Belgian Economic Mission 53 The FWO’s mission is to stimulate and support groundbreaking fundamental research in all areas of science at the universities in the Flemish Community, including collaboration agreements between Flemish universities and other research institutes. The FWO funds excellent and promising researchers as well as research projects following an interuniversity competition and an evaluation by national and international experts. Our only criterion is the outstanding quality of researcher and research proposal, regardless of scientific discipline, host institute, gender, politics or religious persuasion. Isabelle VERBAEYS Senior Policy Officer Stefaan DE SMEDT FWO Scientific Panel Member & Full Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Eveline LESCRINIER Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Egmontstraat 5 1000 Brussels t +32 2 512 91 10 f +32 2 512 58 90 [email protected] www.fwo.be 54 india HAUTE ECOLE DE BRUXELLES (HEB) The Haute Ecole de Bruxelles (University Institute of the FC Brussels) is located in Brussels Rightly nicknamed “the Crossroads of Europe”. With a student population of nearly 2700, the HEB offers tree distinctive programmes: A university-level programs in translation and interpreting at both bachelor’s and master’s levels (3 + 2 years) allowing graduates to pursue a European PhD. Program in Translation Studies. A three-year Bachelor programme in Computer Sciences. Chaussée de Waterloo 749 1180 Brussels t +32 2 340 12 95 f +32 2 347 52 65 [email protected] www.heb.be Marianne COESSENS President There are three sections: •Information Management Systems •Computing and systems: Industrial Computing •Computing and systems: Telecommunications Networks A bachelor-level programs in teaching training. and Belgian Economic Mission 55 INDIA PLATFORM The India Platform is a consortium of European and Indian partners from an academic, business and government background. Partners in Europe are geographically spread (Groningen (NL), Budapest (HU), Aveiro (PT), Gent (BE), Antwerp (BE) and Pardubice (CZ)), while partners in India are located mainly in Karnataka, without excluding new partners from other Indian states. The platform's activities are focused on achieving the main aim and, along the road, achieving sub-aims such as stimulating free and fundamental research into the cultural differences between Europe and India, developing international educational courses about modern India and comparative studies, and facilitating new partnerships and exchange of knowledge between the existing and potential India Platform partners. The choice of the partners and their location is explained in the India Platform vision note (see www.india-platform.org > policy and vision). Also in the vision note it is explained that the main aim of the platform is to bring Europeans as a people closer to Indians as a people, and why this is important. Nele DE GERSEM Coordinator Apotheekstraat 5 9000 Ghent t +32 9 264 93 70 f +32 9 264 94 83 [email protected] www.india-platform.org 56 india KU LEUVEN - LEUVEN NANOCENTER The Leuven Nanocenter brings the research and development activities of the KULeuven in the areas of Nanosciences and Nanotechnology together. The center is formed by groups from different departments and faculties and disposes of the largest range of materials and tools in Flanders. Our mission is to strengthen the interdisciplinary research and development activities by implementing around specific themes the complete innovation chain starting from fundamental knowledge and scientific discoveries towards the implementation of practical solutions and complete systems. Nanoparticle synthesis and use for bio-medical Professor Solid phase epitaxy for semiconductor growth Development of advanced metrology techniques for structural, chemical and optical characterization Carbon Nanotube Synthesis for different applications Synthesis of electrode materials and fabricating coin Synthesis of polymer membranes and assembling Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel cells applications. Jean-Pierre LOCQUET appications cell type batteries Some key activities: Celestijnenlaan 200D 3001 Leuven t +32 16 32 72 90 f +32 16 32 79 83 [email protected] fys.kuleuven.be/vsm/fn/ Oxide thin films for memory and gate stack Savitha THAYUMANASUNDARAM Research Associate Vijay Shankar RANGASAMI Doctoral Student THE LIEU NETWORK (LIAISON ENTREPRISESUNIVERSITES) The LIEU (Liaison Entreprises-Universités) Network gathers the Technology Transfer Offices of Belgian Frenchspeaking universities and higher education institutions. The main missions of those TTOs consist in: the promotion and facilitation of R&D activities in collaboration with companies ; the support of researchers in their approaches towards innovation ; the transfer of the research units results to industry ; the creation as well as follow-up of spin-offs ; the negotiation of research contracts with local, national and international socioeconomic players ; the training and consciousness raising amongst the scientific community regarding industrial relations and promotion. Michel MORANT Liège University, Wallonia-Europe academia Pierre CORNUT Mons University, Wallonia-Brussels academia Belgian Economic Mission 57 LIEU as a network brings together the skills of almost 1000 research units and more than 7500 qualified researchers in areas as varied as materials, biotechnology and health, energy and environment, agro food, micro-, nanotechnologies and ICT, social and human sciences. By joining forces, LIEU has been able to maximise the economic impact of research developed in areas of excellence and to mobilise resources (scientific expertise, research results, services, equipment) within the universities and higher education institutions in favour of the industrial world. Nicole MOGUILEVSKY Namur University, Louvain academia UCL - Administration de la Recherche Place de l'Université 1 - Boîte L0.01.05 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve t +32 10 47 25 63 f +32 10 47 38 30 [email protected] www.reseaulieu.be 58 india UNIVERSITE LIBRE DE BRUXELLES (ULB) Founded in 1834, the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) is one of the largest universities in Belgium, famous for its tradition of critical thinking and intellectual freedom. ULB is a comprehensive university with 13 faculties, schools and specialized institutes that cover all disciplines and closely combine teaching and research. It offers almost 40 undergraduate programmes and 235 graduate programmes. The ULB has developed a large spectrum of student support initiatives: financial and psychological support, guidance, French classes, etc. PhD candidates at the ULB are provided with a range of funding opportunities. The ULB is a member of the Council for Doctoral Education, an integral part of the European University Association (EUA-CDE). The ULB is a multidisciplinary university that conducts groundbreaking research in every field, as evidenced by the number of prizes (Four Nobel Prizes, one Fields Medal, three Wolf Prizes and two Marie Curie Prizes). Multicultural and multilingual, the University is home to celebrated teams of international researchers who are active in international research networks. Avenue F.D. Roosevelt 50 CP 131/2 1050 Brussels t +32 2 650 30 48 f +32 2 650 49 65 [email protected] www.ulb.ac.be Didier VIVIERS Rector Serge JAUMAIN Vice-Rector Anya DIEKMANN Professor Jean-Louis MOORTGAT Public Affairs Attaché Belgian Economic Mission 59 UNIVERSITY OF LIEGE (ULG) A university offering a wide range of educational opportunities and excellence in research Established in 1817, the University of Liège (ULg) is a French speaking European university offering a comprehensive range of educational programs organized by 11 Faculties/Schools on 4 campuses. Bachelor’s, master’s and PhD programs are offered in all areas. The University is fully integrated in the Bologna process and complies with the highest European standards University Education. It offers to its 21.000 students – 23% of whom come from foreign countries – curricula that are well adapted to a changing world and the expectations of the modern job market. Krishna DAS Research Associate FRS-FNRS More than half the university budget is devoted to research, where excellence is a must. The University of Liège has a strong record of research and innovation in a variety of fields, including the life sciences, biotechnologies, earth sciences (environment and agronomy), engineering, as well as humanities. Interdisciplinarity and internationalisation are keywords in the research units of the University’s research policy. The ULg strives to provide its researchers with the best possible word environment and has been awarded the EU label “HR Excellence in Research”. Providing strong education, research and professional training, the University of Liège is a driving force of the area’s economy and has played a key role in launching spinoff companies in many fields. Place du XX Aôut 7 4000 Liège t +32 4 366 92 55 f +32 4 366 57 25 [email protected] www.ulg.ac.be Industrial & Service Companies 62 india 21NET BELGIUM 21Net was set up with the sole objective to offer high speed Internet access and multimedia services on board trains, essentially through broadband channels provided by a combination of two-way satellite, Wi-Fi and cellular connections. As such, 21Net has become the leading provider of Internet and Infotainment on board High Speed trains combining both cellular and satellite technologies. Besides providing the satellite connection for the 26 trains of Thalys fleet (running between Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne and Paris) and for an initial 3 trains for Indian Rail, 21Net has developed and tested full on train infotainment solutions with functionalities like Video on Demand, IPTV based on a Gigabit network on the 25 High Speed Trains of NTV. Leuvensesteenweg 350 3190 Boortmeerbeek t +32 15 61 88 70 [email protected] www.21net.com Philippe CATHERINE CEO Jean-Francois DE LANTSHEERE Deputy Managing Director The 21Net Internet access system is based on the proposition that since users are familiar with high bandwidth Internet, only a similar type of experience could be successfully offered on board a high speed train. Belgian Economic Mission 63 AGRISTO Agristo is a producer of frozen potato products. Frozen french fries represent the largest volume, and are really our main product, but various other potato specialties complete our product portfolio. Most of these potato specialties, such as potato croquettes and noisettes, smilies, hashbrowns, etc. are made out of mashed or shredded potato. Strict quality control, in accordance with the highest international quality standards (IFS, BRC... ), covers the complete chain, from the potato growing into the transformation, till the logistics to the final buyer. Sales and export are operating worldwide. Agristo has three performant and modern production plants in operation, located in Belgium and the Netherlands; one of the most fertile regions in Europe for growing potatoes. Antoon WALLAYS Director Waterstraat 40 8531 Harelbeke t +32 56 73 50 50 f +32 56 73 50 73 [email protected] www.agristo.com 64 india AHLERS Ahlers is a family controlled and managed international logistic and maritime service provider with HQ in Antwerp. The company comprises 4 divisions: Agencies (liner and port agent), Forwarding (multimodal transport, specialization: project and break bulk cargo), Logistics (warehousing) and Maritime (crewing and ship management). Worldwide Ahlers employs 950 staff members in 17 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the CIS and 350 seagoing crew members. Ahlers has international competence centres in the field of the oil industry, EPC's as well as in the field of specialty chemicals with own warehouses in Belgium (Antwerp, Ghent) and Russia (St. Petersburg). Our warehouses in Belgium are state-of-the-art facilities specialized in the storage and handling of hazardous Noorderlaan 139 2030 Antwerp t +32 3 543 73 11 f +32 3 541 91 10 [email protected] www.ahlers.com Christian LEYSEN Executive Chairman chemicals and feed additives. Products stored and handled in our Russian facilities range from raw materials in bulk over marketing material and finished products. Thanks to our worldwide network of own offices, a.o. in Asia (China, India, Indonesia, Singapore) and Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Uzbekistan) we are a privileged and experienced partner in arranging the most challenging transports and facilitating customs obligations. After various joint ventures in India we started in 2004 with our own daughter company. At present we employ 150 staff in 11 offices in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai (HQ), Coimbatore, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune, Tirupur/Tamil Nadu and Tuticorin. Our Indian operations are specialized in project and machinery forwarding. Belgian Economic Mission 65 AMOS - ADVANCED MECHANICAL AND OPTICAL SYSTEMS The company Amos was launched in 1983 on the basis of the mechanical expertise of “Ateliers de la Meuse” and on the optical know-how of the Institute of Astrophysics from the University of Liège. vironment, thermal panels to simulate flying temperature or fake stars (collimators) identical to those observed after the launch. On board instrument flying on board satellites, About 80 employees are specialised in design and manufacturing to a very high accuracy of opto-mechanical systems. They are mainly delivered to space industry as well as to professional astronomy and divided into three categories: Equipment to test satellites on the ground is used to qualify payloads in flying conditions. These are vacuum chambers that create an outer space en- Claude JAMAR Director Jean Pierre CHISOGNE Sales & Marketing Manager probes or the Space Shuttle. They are mainly mirrors, mounts, telescopes, structures or, mechanisms or complete earth observation instruments. Equipment for professional astronomy ordered by worldwide astronomers, these are telescopes, components or instruments installed within the largest observatories. Liège Science Park Rue des Chasseurs Ardennais 2 4031 Angleur t +32 4 361 40 40 f +32 4 367 20 07 [email protected] www.amos.be 66 india AMS AMS is a worldwide leading service provider in programming activities for automation projects. AMS has offices in Belgium, the Netherlands, China, South Africa, Hungary, and Italy. We have partnerships with main line builders in Austria, Germany, Romania and the USA. Complete turnkey projects can be realized in the specific area of robot, PLC programming and off-line simulation (with Robcad/simulate). Kieleberg 5 3740 Bilzen t +32 475 28 66 82 f +32 89 49 23 16 [email protected] www.amsrobotics.com Johan POTARGENT CEO Belgian Economic Mission 67 ANTWERP HEADQUARTERS Antwerp Headquarters is a public private partnership (PPP) between the City of Antwerp, Chamber of Commerce and Industry and 21 private partners to map Antwerp as a “Prime Business Location” for foreign investors with a specific and historical focus on India. Our service is free of charge, objective and tailor made. Our service includes (but is not limited to): Investment promotion: information on all economic data and facts & figures Location management: advice and guidance on and 3 main objectives: To actively promote Antwerp as business destination To facilitate companies before, during and after the actual set up of their business in Antwerp To anchor companies in Antwerp in the real estate and office market Tax, legal and HR support (first stop) Networking: gather most important and relevant stakeholders, both public and private Expat-service: all-inclusive packages for staff and family All of our services are offered via a one-stop-shop channel and in close partnership with our structural partners including Port of Antwerp and Flanders Investment and Trade. Philip HEYLEN President of Antwerp Headquarters, Antwerp City Vice-Mayor for Culture, Economy, City and Area Maintenance, Heritage and Liturgy Port House, Entrepotkaai 1 2000 Antwerp t +32 3 339 67 83 [email protected] www.antwerpheadquarters.com 68 india APPLITEK AppliTek is a specialist manufacturer of on-line analyzers for environmental and industrial applications. Our analytical solutions can be found in various sectors, including the chemical industry, power generation and the water producing/treating sector. Currently AppliTek is present in more than 100 countries, more specifically in the European region (domestic market), the Americas, the Middle East and the APAC region, with local hubs for overnight dispatch of parts and local support. Venecoweg 19 9810 Nazareth t +32 9 386 34 02 f +32 9 386 72 97 [email protected] www.applitek.com David LAURIER President Belgian Economic Mission 69 AQUAFIN Aquafin NV was founded in 1990 by the Flemish Region for financing, design, construction and long-term operations of wastewater treatment plants, collector systems and pumping stations in Belgium, region Flanders. The Flemish Environmental Holding is the sole shareholder in Aquafin. Aquafin NV collects household wastewater from the municipal sewers in collector sewers and transports it to wastewater treatment plants, where it is treated in accordance with European and Flemish standards. Over a period of 20 years, the company evolved from a new player in the sector into a many-faceted partner for all the actors involved in the implementation of an integrated water policy in Flanders. Our strength is in the Luc BOSSYNS CEO Sabine SCHELLENS Manager Organization Development combination of vision, expansion and management of the wastewater treatment infrastructure. Aquaplus NV was founded in 1998 and is a 100% subsidiary of Aquafin NV. Aquaplus NV offers the expertise and support of Aquafin NV to authorities and industrial clients on the Flemish market and abroad. In 2012, Aquaplus founded ASEWater Technologies. As a newcomer in the Indian Water market, this engineering company assists Indian Water boards with advanced treatment technologies. Dijkstraat 8 2630 Aartselaar t +32 3 450 45 72 [email protected] www.aquafin.be 70 india ATOMIUM A seminal totem in the Brussels skyline; neither tower, nor pyramid, a little bit cubic, a little bit spherical, halfway between sculpture and architecture, a relic of the past with a determinedly futuristic look, museum and exhibition centre; the Atomium is, at once, an objet, a place, a space, a Utopia and the only symbol of its kind in the world, which eludes any king of classification. The Atomium was the main pavilion and icon of the world Fair of Brussels (1958), commonly called Expo 58. At 102 metres high, with its nine interconnected spheres, it represents an elementary iron crystal enlarged 165 billion (thousand million) times. Atomiumsquare 1020 Brussels t +32 2 475 47 75 f +32 2 475 47 79 [email protected] www.atomium.be Henri SIMONS Director Julie ALMAU GONZALEZ Deputy Director The Atomium was not intended to survive beyond the Expo 58, but its popularity and success soon made it a key landmark, first of Brussels then internationally. Half a century later, the Atomium continues, to embody those ideas of the future and university. And through its cultural programming, it carries on the debate begun in 1958: what kind of future do we want for tomorrow ? What does happiness depend on ? Belgian Economic Mission 71 AVOLON by TWYLITE ® AVOLON was created in 2005 by Bruno Verstraete. After an experience of over 20 years as lighting consultant in motion picture, television and theatre at TWYLITE Brussels, he decided to develop a complete range of dimmable fluo fixtures. All fixtures are caracterised by; dimmable without changing colors, black-out function, completely noise reducted, rackable, flicker-free and a extreme low power consumption. Color temperature is 3200°K, 4000°K or 5600°K without any green or magenta aberration. We also have green and blue-key dimmable tubes. Bruno VERSTRAETE Manager Mélanie WARTEL Sales Assistant All products are completely RoHS, have a CRI >90 and produce no heat. We care about sustainability and the environmental aspects of our range and accessories. AVOLON is proud to see his effort growing in the european market and to develop the range since 2007 for the US and Canadian market. AVOLON is based in the centre of Brussels, where the new workshop doubled capacity since end 2012. Our young and dynamic crew is now able to realise offers on demand. Rue d'Angleterre 35 1060 Brussels t +32 2 218 26 40 [email protected] www.avolon.be 72 india BEKAERT Bekaert (www.bekaert.com) is a world market and technology leader in steel wire transformation and coatings. Bekaert (Euronext Brussels: BEKB) is a global company with headquarters in Belgium, employing 27000 people worldwide. Serving customers in 120 countries, Bekaert pursues sustainable profitable growth in all its activities and generated combined sales of € 4.4 billion in 2012. As from 1998 Bekaert is active in India, where it today operates a headquarters, 4 manufacturing plants, located in Pune, Ranjangaon, Lonand (near Satara) and Chennai and a technology center. Our activities are focused on the growing local needs of the automotive and construction markets with products such as steel cord Bekaertstraat 2 8550 Zwevegem t +32 56 76 61 11 f +32 56 23 05 43 [email protected] www.bekaert.com Baron Paul BUYSSE Chairman of the Board of Directors to reinforce truck and bus radial tires, flat and shaped wire, high carbon spring wire for suspension springs and Dramix® steel fibers for concrete reinforcement. Other products include hose reinforcement wire, conveyor belt reinforcement, fine cord for reinforcement of timing belts and power transmission belts, carding products for the textile industry, filtration products mainly for the plastics industry and stainless steel wire specialties. Belgian Economic Mission 73 BELGACOM The Belgacom Group [Euronext: BELG]. Thanks to its experience as Belgium’s incumbent operator and the multiple talents of its 15,000 employees, the Belgacom Group is the country’s reference provider of integrated telecommunication services. Within the Belgacom Group, innovation is a fundamental part of the company culture. It guides our daily activities and allows us to launch products and services such as fixed and mobile telephony, broadband, Belgacom TV and ICT solutions. Over the past two decades, we have managed to develop our networks and the related applications. Indeed, 80% of our revenue currently comes from products Didier BELLENS President & CEO Geert STANDAERT Executive VP Service Delivery Engine which did not exist 15 years ago. This shows that the Belgacom Group is able to innovate and can adapt in order to meet the needs of its customers. At the same time, we can be proud of the Belgacom Group's position as one of Belgium's leading companies in the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR). Our approach is based on the application of strict ethical standards in the pursuit of our activities, and on a constructive dialogue with our stakeholders. For the fiscal year ending 31 December 2011, the Group posted a total revenue of € 6,406 million and a net operating profit before depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of € 1,897 million. Sandrine NELISSEN GRADE Director & Executive Advisor to the CEO Boulevard du Roi Albert II 27 1030 Brussels t +32 2 202 60 49 f +32 2 217 99 66 [email protected] www.belgacom.be 74 india BESIX BESIX Group is the largest Belgian group, operating in construction, concessions and property development sectors. is present in Eastern Europe, North and Central Africa and the Middle East, via Six Construct, in Central Asia and Australia. It profiles itself as a multi-services group. In 2012, the Group achieved revenues of EUR 2.1 billion. The Group was founded in 1909, since when it has grown steadily and impressively. NV BESIX SA, its biggest subsidiary, is active in practically every field of construction. In addition to the activities of BESIX and its other subsidiaries, Cobelba, Jacques Delens, Socogetra, Vanhout, Wust, Franki Foundation Group Belgium, BESIX Park, Lux TP, West Construct in Benelux-France, the Group Avenue des Communautés 100 1200 Brussels t +32 2 402 62 62 f +32 2 402 66 81 [email protected] www.besix.be Mathieu RYCKEWAERT Public Affairs Senior Manager BESIX has about 18,000 employees active in 16 countries on 4 continents. Belgian Economic Mission 75 BIOLOG EUROPE BioLog Europe is a Belgian non-profit governmental agency whose mission is to help develop the life science industry in Belgium. Our goal is to provide business support to expansions’ projects into Europe as well as assisting BioPharma companies in the management of their supply chain challenges. We bring a pragmatic consideration of supply chain challenges from sourcing to distribution or reverse logistics and manufacturing. ioLog Europe is also involved in national projects B like creation of a “Healthcare Logistics Community” or Hospital supply chain International expansion plans considering Europe We can provide an integration into our vast network of diverse associates (life science industries, governmental organizations, R&D centers, logistic service providers, financial institutions…). We can provide business intelligence to market development projects. Franck TOUSSAINT Project Manager What we offer is a perfect understanding of the company’s needs in terms of business expansion, regulatory aspects, logistics requirements, needs for partnerships, R&D… c/o Logistics in Wallonia Liège Airport Building 52 4460 Grâce-Hollogne t +32 498 90 26 07 f +32 4 225 50 65 [email protected] www.biologeurope.com 76 india BLUE PLANET ACADEMY & CONSULTING INDIA At Blue Planet Academy & Consulting (BPAC), theory and application of Rational Use of Energy (RUE) converge to achieve cost-efficient energy solutions for industry and individuals. The strong increase in energy demand combined with rapidly depleting fossil fuel reserves demands a global change in the use and exploitation of energy. The exponential growth of world population and economic development of the BRIC countries reinforce this need for sustainability and efficient energy markets. Blue Planet aims to bring European levels of energy efficiency to the Indian industrial sites. Through decades of experience with large EU industrial consumers such as Agfa-Gevaert, Bekaert, Arcelor-Mittal (BE), Panasonic and many more, we have built up a portfolio of projects that will benefit large industrial sites in India and all our future clients. By reducing their specific energy consumption, we have helped reduce operational costs, strenghten the competitive position of the industries and their projects and increase profit year after year. Blue Planet is the result of over 20 years of dedicated research in energy and sustainability. We offer detailed, modeled energy audits based on measurement campaigns and simulations combined with applicationoriented training courses, allowing your workforce to help save and pick low-hanging (energy consumption) fruits! Meet us now and we’ll discuss all energy/profit opportunities! 5th Floor, SB Tower 1A/1 201301 Noida (India) T +91 98 7333 9559 Witte Patersstraat 4 1040 Brussels t +32 2 740 43 71 [email protected] www.blue-planet.in Frank DELATTIN CEO Belgian Economic Mission 77 BMT BMT Group is an industrial family-owned holding which participates in companies throughout the world that are active in high-precision machining of gears and transmissions on the one hand, and the manufacture of moulds for hollow glassware and the design and setup of flat-glass lines and glass furnaces on the other. BMT Group identifies opportunities in these sectors and ensures diversity within the group’s portfolio. Jean-Christophe SEYNAEVE CEO Kortrijksesteenweg 1097B 9051 Sint-Denijs-Westrem t +32 9 216 70 30 f +32 9 216 70 39 [email protected] www.bmt.be 78 india BRANDFIRST Brandfirst is mastering digital interactive & gesturebased marketing solutions. The combination of innovative gesture technology with digital signage and consumer knowledge generates an unforgettable experience that gathers consumers around your brand. Throughout the years we have built strong partnerships with marketing, advertisement, entertainment and communication professionals who are constantly looking for innovation in brand activation. We have developed interactive applications for world’s leading multinationals in various industries. Yahoo!, Deloitte, AMD, General We integrate real time and motion controlled 3D imaging into tailor made high-definition video walls to create new brand activation and innovative digital signage experiences. Electric, Thales, ABInbev and GDF Suez are amongst our regular clients as they are convinced by the technology and service quality. Beyond our excellence in gesture controlled software, we provide our clients the whole technical expertise in hardware material, on-site installation and after-sales remote support. Rue à Fossant 3 1380 Maransart t +32 2 730 06 11 [email protected] www.brandfirst.be Philippe DELHEZ Founder François GOETHALS International Business Developer Belgian Economic Mission 79 BY-CAST By-Cast is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of combustion air preheaters for use with fired boilers, incinerators and process heaters in petro refineries, the chemical and allied industries. The air preheater increases efficiency of the fired equipment by recovering heat from the excess gas and exchanging it to heat up the combustion air supply to the burners. This results in a reduction of fuel consumption and a corresponding reduction in CO2 emissions to the the air preheater is constructed with borosilicate glass tubes, sealed in PTFE tube sheets to resist corrosion. Our facilities include computer design and engineering offices plus a specialized foundry for manufacture of the unique integrally-finned cast iron tubes. Design and production of the By-Cast air preheaters is centralized at our plant in Tessenderlo, Belgium. atmosphere. The By-Cast air preheater was developed over many years to give trouble-free operation when handling dusty or corrosive flue gas. Principal heat transfer surface consists of integrally-finned cast iron tubes. However for some conditions the "cold" end of Patrick BIJNENS Commercial Manager Ramasubban JAISHANKAR Agent India Kanaalweg 77 3980 Tessenderlo t +32 13 66 26 51 f +32 13 66 73 53 [email protected] www.by-cast.com 80 india CARINE GILSON BRAND (MAILLE France) The history of the House is primarily that of its creator, Carine Gilson. Born in 1966, the artist grew up in the world of couture. At 23 years old, a graduate of Fine Arts and of the prestigious Antwerp Academy, she bought a small lingerie workshop, ‘Maille France’. Fascinated by silk and lace, her creative desires were already working towards exceptional hand-made pieces. The idea of Couture Lingerie was born... Creation. Exclusive. Modern Craft. These are the watchwords of the House. In the manner of Haute Couture, Carine Gilson forms unique creations by hand in her own workshop in Brussels. In this spirit, Carine Gilson's approach connects know-how with the values that show Rue Auguste Gevaert 17 1070 Brussels t +32 2 523 24 28 f +32 2 523 99 46 [email protected] www.carinegilson.com Carine GILSON CEO Stéphane BORREMANS Commercial Director it in its best light. Shaped, sculptural Chantilly lace embroidered and grafted onto different colours of Lyon silk, are all skilled techniques acquired over time. Prestigious shops and department stores from New York to Tokyo, via Rome and London, very quickly discovered all the talent and expertise Carine Gilson puts in her product. In 2004, the first Carine Gilson own-branded boutique was opened in Paris, which was followed by Brussels and then London. Today, the international press shows its enthusiasm, warmly praising Carine Gilson’s work as a work of exception. Belgian Economic Mission 81 CEFALY TECHNOLOGY - STX-Med CEFALY Technology is specialized in electronics for medical applications. The company has developed a unique external cranial neurostimulator for treating migraines and headaches: Cefaly®. It is the first device to offer migraineurs a means of treatment that is neither drug-based nor invasive. Major clinical trials have been conducted by 5 university hospitals in Belgium to prove safety and efficacy. Outcomes have been published in the peer review of the American Academy of Neurology: it offers to migraineurs the best safety efficacy ratio compared to other migraine treatments. Dr. Pierre RIGAUX CEO Cefaly has CE medical mark, is FDA approved and protected by a number of patents. The market size for Cefaly® is around 10% of the population. The revenue of the company is growing sharply and sales volumes are impressive in several countries. CEFALY Technology is leading the major European research project on chronic migraine “EUROHEADPAIN” in collaboration with eleven academic research centres. Several new devices are in development for treatment of other neurologic disorders as epilepsy and insomnia. ZI des Hauts Sarts, 4ème Avenue 5 4040 Herstal t +32 4 367 67 22 f +32 4 367 67 02 [email protected] www.cefaly-technology.com 82 india CERATEC Ceratec is an experienced integrating and engineering business which produces complete turnkey plants and equipment for the clay building materials industry. Ceratec, and a team of over 450 motivated employees, is proud to have over 90 years’ experience in creative brick making technology. Our ceramics activities TURNKEY PLANTS Ceratec produces complete turnkey plants for structural bricks, roof tiles, split tiles, refractories, clay pipes, pavers etc. PREPARATION & SHAPING Ceratec designs, supplies and installs clay preparation and grinding lines. Furthermore, we integrate cutting equipment and decoration lines. DRYING & FIRING Ceratec installs turnkey chamber dryers, tunnel dryers and fast dryers. Furthermore we build traditional tunnel kilns and integrate roller and shuttle kilns. SETTING & DEHACKING Ceratec increases the output through the use of multi gripper handling heads and the use of robot technology promotes flexibility. We also offer turning devices and facing units. Our non-ceramics activities Due to our consistent use of state-of-the-art technologies we have become a leading partner as a solution provider in many industrial sectors. We deliver turnkey internal transport systems, handling machines, palletizing and wrapping systems, purpose-built or integrated in a global project. Rue du Touquet 228 7782 Ploegsteert t +32 56 56 57 58 f +32 56 56 55 05 [email protected] www.ceratec.eu Hendrik VAN COLEN Sales Manager Furthermore, Ceratec is a provider of advanced automation and control solutions (PLCs, process control, robotics, AGVs) for many industrial partners. Belgian Economic Mission 83 CG CG is a global pioneering leader in the management and application of electrical energy. With more than 15,000 employees across its operations in around 85 countries, CG provides electrical products, systems and services for utilities, power generation, industries, and consumers. CG clocks US$ 2.3 billion in revenues from product lines that cover the entire value chain of engineering offerings. CG’s core strengths are the value it places on relationships and its ability to provide solutions; which, in turn, strengthen these relationships. As one among leading engineering companies, CG helps customers use electrical power effectively and increase industrial productivity in a sustainable way. Jan DECLERCQ Chief Technology Officer Power Systems The company is organized into four business groups: Power, Industrial, Automation and Consumer. The CG Power business group is very active in renewable energy and smart grids. State of the art innovations and references in products and systems have been made for wind energy off shore and on shore and solar energy. These CG competences are strong in Europe and America and with CG’s strong presence in India ideal for developing India’s energy business. Antwerpsesteenweg 167 2800 Mechelen t +32 15 28 33 33 f +32 15 28 33 00 [email protected] www.cgglobal.com 84 india CMS DEBACKER At CMS, we have 2,800 legal and tax advisers in 56 offices. Our size means we have the most extensive footprint in Europe of any firm. This is one of the reasons clients choose CMS. Other reasons include our crossborder sector and practice expertise and our outstanding reputation in key markets. Beyond Europe, CMS is a growing force in Russia, China, the Middle-East, North Africa and South America. CMS DeBacker provides complete legal and tax services/solutions to its clients. With more than 100 Lawyers in Brussels, Antwerp and Luxembourg, we aim: To be the preferred provider of legal and tax services in Belgium. Chaussée de la Hulpe 178 1170 Brussels t +32 2 743 69 00 f +32 2 743 69 01 [email protected] www.cms-db.com Vincent DIRCKX Lawyer - Partner To be innovative: we support our clients every step of the way, helping them keep pace with the latest changes as well as being aware of what is over the horizon. To build long-term relationships with our clients: our clients' business is also our business. Belgian Economic Mission 85 COSMOFARMA Making powder blends and supplements for the health and sports industry more distinctive and enjoyable is what inspires our team. We offer a variety of innovative protein & complex carbs blends with a triple A status: available, affordable, and appetizing. To achieve this goal we created a yummy, healthyilicious product. We believe in eating healthily without making sacrifices on taste. We combine the knowledge of food and biochemistry with our instinct and expertise in creating delicious and healthy recipes. We reformulate popular products and flavors, by reducing levels of saturated fat, sugar and salt. Our instant powder blends are distinguished from the rest through the contrast of a delicious natural taste which gives you the kind of power food you just Johan LERNO General Manager Petra VAN GUCHT Master of Biochemistry cannot say no to. All our flavors and blends are directly prepared from fresh fruit and high quality natural ingredients. Every whey and micellar casein blend is made of milk from grass fed cows. The price value coupled with the abundance and quality offer the difference that cannot be met elsewhere. We strive to offer a whole range of delicious blends to make your business a success. Grote Baan 9 9930 Zomergem t +32 9 233 30 00 f +32 9 220 17 46 [email protected] www.cosmofarma.be 86 india CVWAREHOUSE CVWarehouse is an online recruitment platform that combines an Applicant Tracking System, a confidential dbase and a jobsite. We help companies save time in their recruitment process by giving the right tool to handle all candidates in a fast, smooth and very efficient way while giving them a very nice recruitment experience. Our customers include Nespresso, Purac, Capgemini, Cartamundi, Brussels Airlines and many others. CVWarehouse is currenlty available in 12 languages and is used in more than 25 countries. Lambermontstraat 10 2000 Antwerp t +32 3 202 42 20 [email protected] www.cvwarehouse.com Inge GEERDENS CEO Belgian Economic Mission 87 DECEUNINCK Deceuninck PVC Windows and Doors provide perfect and high quality insulation. They add value to your place and increase your comfort and ease. Windows and doors, with a wide range of colours, are offered to our customers’ liking. With low maintenance requirement, you can trust and use all our windows and doors with comfort for many years to come. Ajay DUDEJA Sales Manager Deceuninck India K1&2, SND Warehouse, Padur Road, Kuthambakkam village, Poonamallee 602107 Chennai t +91 97 17 70 77 32 [email protected] www.deceuninck.com 88 india DEDONCKER P&G We export Belgian Poplar logs to India and other countries in Asia for the manufacturing of plywood, veneer, wooden matchsticks, wooden boxes, pallets, pencils etc. We are located near the Port of Antwerp. 25 years of experience are your best guarantee of quality. We have freshly cut trees, a large stock and our own forest operations. We are an FSC-certified company. Blijkheerstraat 48 1755 Gooik t +32 495 38 64 85 f +32 54 56 80 76 [email protected] www.populier.be Gerrit DEDONCKER General Manager Saiful NURDIN Sales Representative Belgian Economic Mission 89 DELIVA Deliva has much experience and knowledge in the field of ‘Vacuum Food Technology’. Selected high ingredients are prepared according to a balanced recipe. The cooking process takes place in an airtight film for food preparation in this special vacuum cooking technique. There is no influence of oxygen and an absolute restriction of fat. This process is carried out at a responsible reduced temperature and will be closed down with a shock-cooling to 4 °C. Due to the preparation in airtight film for food, the meal components remain fresh for at least 21 days after production without the use of any preservatives. This work system provides a high degree of operational flexibility in the manufacturing and assembly kitchen: Easy adjustability in the menu Quick response to any fluctuation in the daily required quantities No additional stress for the employees in the event This way we can guarantee long preservation (without any preservatives) and a constant high quality. Herman SCHEPERS CEO of unexpected circumstances A clear financial follow-up of the power supply Slingerweg 4 3600 Genk t +32 89 62 93 00 f +32 89 30 89 19 [email protected] www.deliva.be 90 india DELOITTE BELGIUM The leading audit and consulting practice in Belgium, Deloitte offers value added services in audit, accounting, tax, consulting and financial advisory services. Deloitte Belgium employs over 2,800 people in 11 offices across the country, serving national and international companies from all market segments (large, mid-market and SME), and the public sector. In the financial year 2013, turnover reached EUR 359 million. The Belgian firm is a member of the international group Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited network of member firms. Berkenlaan 8B 1831 Diegem t +32 2 600 60 00 f +32 2 600 60 01 [email protected] www.deloitte.com Rik VANPETEGHEM CEO Erwin VANDERVELDE Partner Tax In the financial year 2013, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu realised a global turnover of USD 32.4 billion with approximately 200,000 employees in more than 150 countries. Visit www.deloitte.be for more information. DEME (DREDGING, ENVIRONMENTAL & MARINE ENGINEERING) The Belgian dredging, marine construction and environmental group DEME NV has won a prominent position on the world market in a number of highly specialized and complex hydraulic disciplines. The multidisciplinary nature of DEME’s activities enables them to offer global solutions to their clients worldwide. The company fosters a strong innovative approach and has indeed been a trend-setter and a pioneer in technical innovation throughout its history. The Group can look back on nearly 150 years of experience in its core dredging and land reclamation activities and hydraulic engineering. In support of DEME’s dredging activities, the Group offers an impressive range of services in the environmental Alain BERNARD Chief Executive Officer Pierre POTVLIEGE Area Director India & Middle East Belgian Economic Mission 91 field, sea aggregate winning, complex marine construction such as foundation and installation of offshore wind farms, offshore heavy-lifting, general maritime services and it is developing a whole range of new activities in the field of energy and mining. At present DEME has a permanent workforce of more than 4,200 dedicated and specialized people and a diversified fleet of over 90 large vessels and 200 auxiliary vessels and equipment. Amedeo PEYRON Resident Manager Indian Subcontinent Scheldedijk 30 2070 Zwijndrecht t +32 3 250 52 11 f +32 3 250 56 50 [email protected] www.deme.be 92 india DESOBRY DESOBRY KNOW-HOW: Desobry biscuits are inspired by traditional Belgian recipes which are constantly updated to fulfill today’s consumers’ needs and tastes. Crunchy, smooth, melt-in-your-mouth, crispy: each biscuit has its own appealing personality. In line with the real Belgian chocolate heritage, Desobry’s recipes include several subtle cacao based flavours. DESOBRY INNOVATION: Tradition and innovation work hand-in-hand at Desobry. Indeed, the Belgian Biscuitier is constantly developing new biscuits recipes. This year, for example, the new born biscuit is the “Perle Noire”, a subtle combination of dark Ghana chocolate mousse on a light and crispy biscuit. Rue du Vieux Colombier 1 7500 Tournai t +32 69 89 17 60 f +32 69 89 17 86 [email protected] www.desobry.be Thierry HUET CEO Françoise DUBUISSON Marketing Manager DESOBRY QUALITY: Desobry keeps improving the nutritional qualities of its biscuit recipes and uses only top quality ingredients. Desobry’s own chocolate recipes are made exclusively with real cocoa butter. Desobry’s biscuits contain no artificial flavours, no artificial colours, no preservatives and no hydrogenated fats. Belgian Economic Mission 93 DIAGAM DiAgam manufactures reagents for immunoturbidimetry. Our reagents, controls and calibrators are liquid, stable and ready to use on all opened biochemistry analyzers even with barcodes (Roche-Modular®, Cobas 6000®, Hitachi®, Olympus-AU®, Ortho-Fusion®-Vitros®, Abbott-Architect®-Aeroset®, Siemens-ADVIA®, ThermoKonelab®, etc.) All reagents are CE labeled and DiAgam is certified ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485. Gilbert AMERYCKX CEO Delphine BIGOT Export Manager Rue du Parc Industriel 40 7822 Ghislenghien t +32 68 55 14 82 f +32 68 56 89 40 [email protected] www.diagam.com 94 india DISSACO Dissaco is a forwarder with great knowledge and experience of maritime transport worldwide. package, punctual and correct down to the smallest detail, at very competitive conditions. Our head office is located in Antwerp, considered by many as the leading port in continental Europe and one of the top 10 ports in the world. Service offered: Dissaco searches for the best solution for your transport requirements, maritime or otherwise, with the best price / quality ratio. Thanks to our excellent relations with transporters, stevedores and freight handlers, shipping lines and ship’s agents, we are able to take care of the entire forwarding Noorderlaan 123-PB 2 2030 Antwerp t +32 3 544 90 27 f +32 3 544 90 28 [email protected] www.dissaco.com F. Maria VAN MEENEN Managing Director Customs brokerage Fiscal representation Project cargo NVOCC Warehousing and physical distribution Belgian Economic Mission 95 DOM & ASSOCIATES Guiding and advising companies in the areas of management, organization, strategic planning, sales, marketing, recruitment and techniques, as well as other company related issues including replacement management, the effective implementation of management and training. The company is specialized in small and medium enterprises at home and abroad, but does not exclude other type of companies or institutions. Guy VAN HOLDERBEKE Director Stijn Streuvelslaan 14 9840 De Pinte t +32 479 34 99 63 [email protected] 96 india DUC D'O Duc d’O – Gudrun Group is an internationally oriented, premium quality producer and marketer of consumer chocolate products. The Duc d’O-Gudrun group is structured around 2 business units: Branding and Gift. Duc d’O is the main brand in the branding department. The Duc d’O brand targets chocolate lovers worldwide and is currently distributed in 60 countries. The Duc d’O assortment is built around premium quality flaked truffles, pralines and liquor pralines. No two Duc d’O truffles are the same. The reason for this is very simple. The light chocolate mousse is sent on a journey through a large bed of chocolate flakes. Bazelstraat 250 9150 Kruibeke t +32 3 774 51 91 [email protected] www.ducdo.com Eddy WALRAEVENS CEO Luuk REIJNDERS Global Business Director Dancing over them, the truffles wrap themselves in the wildness of Belgian chocolate. Only then are they ready to find their way into civilisation. That’s why all Duc d’O truffles are indecently delectable. But each that little bit unique. Belgian Economic Mission 97 ECONATION LightCatcher Light Energy: saving energy with no investment Thanks to revolutionary measurement and monitoring technology, EcoNation, the number one daylight provider in the world,presentstoyouthe‘LightCatcherLightEnergy’concept. This concept offers businesses and public organisations the opportunity to save 20 to 70% on their energy bills immediately, and without the need to invest! gives businesses and governments the chance to save on energy bills immediately and without having to invest. Are you on a tight budget? Maybe you would like to see your energy bills drop but you have other investment priorities? You don’t want to invest in your roof but you would like to reduce your CO2 consumption? Or maybe you want your lighting costs to go down right now without having to invest? This is possible thanks to our unique LightCatcher monitoring tech. The idea is simple: EcoNation installs LightCatcher light domes on your roof, absorbs the entire investment, monitors with you in real time what the energy savings are, and shares the profits with you. The LightCatcher Light Energy model Leo GOOVAERTS Co-Founder & President Christiane CESAR Chair of EcoNation Group General Meetings Kerkstraat 108 9050 Gentbrugge t +32 9 241 52 53 f +32 9 220 50 35 [email protected] www.econation.be 98 india ELECTRONIC APPARATUS Electronic Apparatus is active in consultancy, development, design and production of printed circuit boards since 1964 for a wide variety of applications such as avionics, security systems, telecom, semi-conductors… For almost 50 years we have been building our experience with many multilayer boards in different kinds of materials, flexibles and flex-rigids, which is a combination of both flexible and rigid materials. It's this experience and internal know-how that makes E.A. the ideal partner for the most complex and advanced projects. Ravenshout Zone 6 n° 89 3980 Tessenderlo t +32 13 66 24 44 f +32 13 66 77 92 [email protected] www.ea-pcb.com Jozef VAN MELLAERT CEO Gabrielle SMEYERS Plant Manager Belgian Economic Mission 99 ENPROTECH Enprotech is specialised in the study, engineering, realisation and operation of industrial installations for waste, water and waste water treatment and water and green energy re-use facilities, sludge and off-air treatment plants, etc… using highly efficient “state-of-the-art” advanced technology and design. Enprotech is developing at this very moment in Brazil, Russia, India and has first contacts in China. Enprotech is a General Contractor operating on a turn-key basis, as well as a Construction Manager coordinating the complete construction and start-up of environmental facilities. Our strength is based on our talented crew, our very clear and logic approach of environmental problems and design of solutions without compromise. Enprotech has the skills, knowhow and experience to realize “state-of-the-art” energy and water recovery projects all over the world and can overclass competing companies on a “world level”. Our well equipped lab supports the design phase by both lab and pilot scale tests. Hans VAN SOEST General Manager & Owner Enprotech, founded in 1996, is a dynamic company, with an exceptional experience, and hence with outstanding references in most industrial branches. Stationsstraat 164 3110 Rotselaar t +32 16 61 72 50 f +32 16 61 72 59 [email protected] www.enprotech.be 100 india ERNST & YOUNG De Kleetlaan 2 1831 Machelen t +32 2 774 92 74 f +32 2 774 90 90 [email protected] www.ey.com/BE EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. We are 175,000 people, including 9,500 member-firm partners, based in 728 offices in more than 150 countries. We are organized into 29 Regions that are grouped into four Areas: Americas, Asia-Pacific, EMEIA and Japan. We serve more than 200,000 clients around the world, across all industries, including 80% of the Fortune Global 500 and our revenues for our latest financial year (FY12) were US$24.4b. sized enterprises, as well as public sector and non-profit organisations EY is passionate about entrepreneurship and has long recognized the potential of entrepreneurs. We work with entrepreneurs, adapting our experience, industry capabilities and resources to work for entrepreneurial, fast-growth companies. Our commitment to entrepreneurial companies, in both emerging and developed economies around the world, helps ensure that we’re working with more of tomorrow’s leaders today. EY Belgium is headquartered in Diegem (Brussels) and employs over 1.500 people with 14 offices across the country, offering professional services to national and international companies, including small and middle- www.ey.com/be @EY_Belgium Geert GEMIS Partner Jan GRAULS Senior Advisor Belgian Economic Mission 101 ETRACON ETRACON, founded in 1994, is a trading company specialized in secondhand carpet and velvet weaving machines, spare parts for Van de Wiele looms, as well as accessory machines for the preparation and finishing of woven carpets, such as bobbin winders, warp beaming machines, shearing machines, backcoating lines, confection lines, and others. The main items which distinguish our company from other trading companies is that we support our customers with full technical assistance for dismantling, packing, loading, transport, installation and running-in of the machines at customer’s place. We have our own professional technicians travelling all over the world. Erik ESPEEL Managing Director Rudi MATTON Sales Manager Our newest developments are the "Genius 200": automatic overedging machine for carmats and small carpets, and the "Fantasia": machine for making premade fringes. We also sell new confection machinery, such as fringing and overedging machines, as well as spare parts, all made by the Belgian company ISPD. 't Lindeke 4 8880 Sint-Eloois-Winkel t +32 56 43 97 63 f +32 56 43 97 68 [email protected] www.etracon.be 102 india EUROSTATION Eurostation is an engineering/development company and subsidiary of the Belgian Railway Group specialized in the (re) development of stations and mobility nodes. In our projects real estate operations, urban planning and station architecture are linked together. This creates a unique win-win situation which significantly improves the quality of the overall mobility and urban environment around stations and other mobility nodes. Rue Brogniez 54 1070 Brussels t +32 2 529 09 11 f +32 2 520 99 61 [email protected] www.eurostation.be Herwig PERSOONS General Manager Marc DE VREESE Technical Director Chris VAN DAMME General Manager Real Estate & Business Development Belgian Economic Mission 103 FINANCING WORLDWIDE Financing Worldwide assists its clients in 2 crucial fields of businesses: managing credit risk and arranging financial packages. In doing so, we facilitate commercial contracts and international projects - both in developed and emerging markets. In developing and working out structured finance and credit risk management packages, Financing Worldwide brings together a variety of players. They include project developers, suppliers, contractors, commercial and public banks, export credit agencies, equity providers and others. We assist our clients with credit risk management related to international activities, either on a single transaction or on a full portfolio. This can take the form of setting up and managing global export credit insurance policies, establishing and Geert WOUTERS CEO managing letters of credit or structuring ad hoc payment securities. The finance packages we develop are fully customized to each project and client. Packages may include or consist of buyer's credits, project finance structures, concessional loans, counter-trade structures or venture capital. We build on our experience to select adequate risk management models and proper financial engineering techniques. Battelsesteenweg 455 A2 2800 Mechelen f +32 15 28 20 15 t +32 15 27 17 05 [email protected] www.financingworldwide.be 104 india FLAMANT Diebeke 33 9500 Geraardsbergen t +32 54 41 54 75 f +32 54 41 93 22 [email protected] www.flamant.com Flamant is an international interior and home decoration brand with over 30 years of experience in the upscale interior decoration business. The collection offers over 3000 products for the home, from high-end furniture and interior accessories to luxury decoration and even a renowned paint collection. We believe our combined experience and expertise in retail and wholesale and the international resonance of the Flamant brand are key to establishing a successful business in your country. We are very interested to talk to you about how we can develop a Flamant store concept in your region. Flamant is a privately owned business with own stores located in leading European cities. With a vast group of hundreds of partner stores worldwide, both multi-brand shops and privately held concept stores, the name Flamant has global acclaim. Now we are on the lookout to expand our successful interior story to India. For more information: www.flamant.com or contact [email protected] Geo FLAMANT Member of the Board of Directors Philippe HULSMANS Sales Manager Belgian Economic Mission 105 GALLER CHOCOLATIERS Jean Galler was born into a luxury dessert environment. He liked working in the family confectioner’s shop founded by his grandfather in 1930 and he has kept this passion since then. At 16 years old, inspired by chocolate, he experiments this living material that fascinates him. To develop his knowledge and discover new savours, he studied in Basel (Switzerland), then with Gaston Lenôtre in Paris. At 21 years old, he launched his own enterprise. 35 years later, the foundations of the company remain the same: passion for chocolate, pride in perfection, constant creativity Today, the team of more than 100 employees design, produce and market pralines, ice-creams, chocolate pastries, filled chocolate bars, as well as chocolate tablets, Cat’s tongues (cartoon cats moulded from chocolate), spreads, bite-sized chocolates… After having built up its reputation in his region, Galler is now found throughout the Belgian market in more than 2,000 sales outlets. Galler owns currently a network of stores in Belgium, France, Japan, United Arab Emirates... Frequently our company has been honoured with official recognitions. The most prestigious is undeniably the appointment as « Belgian Royal Warrant Holder », awarded in 1994. In 2002, Galler receives the « Innovation Prize » for the concept of “CHOCOLAT-THE©” at the Franchise Fair of Brussels. Bernard EYMAEL Sales Director Asia Avenue du Parc Industriel 213 4041 Milmort t +32 4 367 22 11 f +32 4 384 67 96 [email protected] www.galler.com 106 india GEODIS WILSON BELGIUM Geodis Wilson Belgium consist of 4 branches (Deurne Headquarters, Deurne Airport, Brussels Airport/Brucargo and Grimbergen) and employs 120 people. Together with her sister Geodis offices, Geodis Wilson Belgium handles sea and air shipments over 5 continents, improving the competitive position of our clients by making the supply chain transparent and manageable. With 7.700 people the Geodis Wilson Freight Management Division is one of the world’s largest freight management companies. The worldwide Geodis Group counts more than 30.000 employees. Being part of the French National Railway Corporation, SNCF, Geodis WIlson offers a wide pallet of sustainable, innovative and costsaving multimodal solutions. Bisschoppenhoflaan 645 2100 Deurne t +32 3 328 12 11 f +32 3 328 12 00 [email protected] www.geodiswilson.com Dirk CEULEMANS National Sales Manager Belgian Economic Mission 107 GEPHYR Gephyr is a Belgian-based consulting company for International Trade, IT consulting, VOIP, Mobile Infrastructure and for foreign direct investments (FDI) between Europe and India. We provide our clients with accurate information, professional advises, contacts, and expertize in project management, including offshore and outsourcing solutions, import, export, business development, investment and others. The company was created in 2009 in order to help Belgian/ European companies expanding their business in India. Gephyr acquired the Wallonia Foreign Trade and Investment (AWEX) accreditation to specifically cater to Wallonia based companies. AWEX then appointed Gephyr to represent and manage the India Welcome Office in Liege, which is a red carpet for Indian investors in Wallonia. Gephyr provides IT consulting in VOIP, Mobile and IT infrastructure management. We also help in offshore software development providing low cost alternatives to European companies. Gephyr acts as an intermediate Project Management in order to facilitate smooth development in the project life cycle. Nilesh APTE Managing Director Rue du Vertbois 11 4000 Liège t +32 4 371 54 50 f +32 4 371 54 50 [email protected] www.gephyr.eu 108 india GLAXOSMITHKLINE GSK Vaccines, a division of the GlaxoSmithKline Group, is one of the main global players in the research, development and production of prophylactic and therapeutic vaccines. We employ more than 12,200 people. GSK's global vaccine headquarter is in Belgium with 8,000 employees. Our R&D activities and our 14 manufacturing sites are spread throughout the entire world. Our portfolio comprises 30 marketed vaccines and more than 15 candidate vaccines in development. One-third of vaccine candidates in our pipeline target diseases particularly prevalent in the developing world, including all three WHO infectious disease priorities: HIV, malaria and tuberculosis. We are committed to providing vaccines to everyone who needs them, no matter where Avenue Fleming 20 1300 Wavre t +32 10 85 51 39 [email protected] www.gsk.com Patrick FLORENT Senior Vice-President Global Industrial Operations Vaccines Antoon LOOMANS Senior Vice-President General Counsel, Strategic Alliances & Business Development Vaccines they live. Last year, we distributed 900 million vaccine doses in 170 countries, and over 80 % of these doses went to developing countries where they are supplied at prices as low as 10-20 % of those in developed countries. We are one of the main suppliers of vaccines to organisations such as UNICEF and the Pan American Health Organisation. GSK's vaccines business put the customer at the heart of everything we do. Pascal LIZIN Director External & Public Affairs Vaccines Belgian Economic Mission 109 GRASS TECH SOLUTIONS Grass Tech® Solutions’ product and brand portfolio includes Clear Pass® spray suppression flaps for commercial vehicles, AstroTurf® Entrance Matting, AstroTurf® Grand Prix, AstroTurf Snow Sports Surfaces®, and AstroTurf® Poultry Pads for the poultry industry. facilities across the world, catering to diverse segments of industrial packaging, lifestyle, healthcare, automotive components and infrastructural products with well established brands across the product segments with a strong marketing and distribution network. The joint commercial activities of these former Solutia owned and the TTL owned products and brands are coordinated by the Belgium based company Grass Tech® Solutions. Grass Tech® Solutions is part of Mumbai based Time Technoplast Ltd (TTL), a leading technology based innovative polymer product company with manufacturing Baudouin OLDENHOVE General Manager Rue Grandbonpré 11 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve t +32 10 48 65 65 f +32 10 48 65 75 [email protected] www.grasstech.com 110 india GREENPEAK TECHNOLOGIES GreenPeak Technologies is a fabless semiconductor company and one of the leaders in the ZigBee market segment with a rich offering of semiconductor products and software technologies for Smart Home data communications and the Internet of Things. The GreenPeak founders have significantly contributed to the invention of WiFi and made it into a commercial success, used by several billion people today. GreenPeak is recognized as a leader in developing new wireless technologies for consumer electronics and Smart Home applications, demonstrating rapid growth and adoption by major customers. Spinnerijstraat 14 9240 Zele t +32 52 45 87 25 [email protected] www.greenpeak.be Cees LINKS CEO Bart DEHOUWER Sales Director Belgian Economic Mission 111 GRIMONPREZ TRANSMISSION GEARS Grimonprez Transmission Gears is a medium sized and family company with a wide experience in mechanical quality products. tailor-made services, to try to do more with our existing customers, to reach new markets and customers and to involve all our staff and partners. We are true technological experts in the field of gears and transmissions and we have a large production ability with more than 200 diverse CNC machines. Grimonprez Transmission Gears can offer products like straight gears, helical gears, splined gears, straight bevel gears, spiral bevel gears, various frontal couplings, transmission sub-assembly, worm and worm wheel and racks but also developing and make co-engineering in these mechanical transmission fields. We can give to our customers wide solutions in the field of transmission elements and systems and complex mechanical parts. The commitments of Grimonprez Transmission Gears are to provide our customers with quality products and Xavier DEDECKER Director Rue Théodore Klûber 7 7711 Dottignies t +32 56 33 30 32 f +32 56 33 65 68 [email protected] www.grimonpre.com 112 india GUY MAGERMANS Our core business is transport from one end to the other: haulage, warehousing, goods conditioning, delivery and even invoicing on behalf of our customers. We are making removal business as well, private, companies, diplomatic all over the World. Therefore we are members of American Household Goods Forwarders Association. Though we are a medium size enterprise we intend to stay among the best: smiling and silently. Zoning industriel aux Minières II 6900 Marche-en-Famenne t +32 84 31 17 90 f +32 84 31 65 69 [email protected] www.magermans.be Guy MAGERMANS CEO Belgian Economic Mission 113 HAACHT BREWERY Haacht Brewery has grown to become one of the largest independent family breweries in Belgium, offering a wide range of beers of different types. Haacht Brewery was founded in 1898 and is still managed by the founding family Van der Kelen. Primus: A whole hearted premium pils with a refined flavor and well-balance taste. A low fermentation beer of 5,2 % ABV. The brand name refers to Jan Primus, Duke of Brabant, a mighty lord in medieval Belgium and a beer connoisseur. The more than 400 employees are proud of its rich tradition and heritage. Its strongest pillar is the on-trade segment. Haacht Brewery offers a complete range of drinks and brand support to more than 5.000 on-trade establishments in Belgium and neighboring countries. Investments are made on a continuous basis with respect for tradition and family values. Haacht Brewery has a modern production plant based in a historical site. Well-known brands are: Tongerlo: A range of 3 authentic abbey beers brewed under the close supervision of the fathers of the Abbey of Tongerlo. The beer Tongerlo Prior has recently been nominated as the best blond Abbey beer in Europe. Geert MATTERNE Export Manager Provinciesteenweg 28 3190 Boortmeerbeek t +32 16 61 52 77 f +32 16 61 85 12 [email protected] www.haacht.com 114 india HAMON The Hamon Group is a world player in engineering & contracting (design, installation and project management). Its activities include the design, the manufacturing of critical components, the installation and the after-sale services of cooling systems, process heat exchangers, air pollution control (APC) systems, heat recovery steam generators (HRSG) and chimneys, used in power generation, oil & gas and other heavy industries like metallurgy, glass, chemicals. Place Maurice Hamon Rue Emile Francqui 2 1435 Mont-Saint-Guibert t +32 10 39 04 00 f +32 10 39 04 01 [email protected] www.hamon.com Francis LAMBILLIOTTE CEO Philippe DELVAUX Président BU Air Pollution Control EMEA / Asia Hamon has been present in India for more than 20 years. Today, it has two main subsidiaries active in India: Hamon Shriram Cottrell PVT Ltd, active in Cooling Systems and based in Mumbai. Hamon Research-Cottrell India PVT Ltd, active in Air Pollution Control and based in Chennai and Kolkatta. Vallinayagam MUTHUSAMY Director & CEO, Hamon Research-Cottrell India Krishnan Suryanzrayanan NEMMARA General Manager Hamon Shriram Cottrell Pvy Ltd Belgian Economic Mission 115 HERFURTH GROUP / HERFURTH LOGISTICS The Herfurth Group was established in 1899 and is still a 100% family owned company. The Group grew organically by re-investing the profits in acquisitions, developing new activities and partnerships. Herfurth employs directly a staff of around 400 people, located mainly in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Germany and Turkey. Besides the own offices, Herfurth has agents all over the world and is able to offer the same personal, tailor made and dedicated service where ever you need it. The Herfurth Group offers Logistics services such as Air & Sea freight, import/ added logistics (pick and pack, relabeling… ), multimodal distribution and much more. Shipping agency. Container depot and repair facilities. Special services like sourcing/trading, ICT solutions related to transportation, advice and studies. Taking into account their business model, mission and culture our aim is to always offer a dedicated and personalized service to our customers. export, customs clearance, warehousing, value Olivier D’HOOP Managing Director Cassiersstraat 19 2060 Antwerp t +32 3 221 20 10 [email protected] www.herfurth-logistics.com 116 india HERMES MANAGEMENT STRATEGY MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT - RESULTS - BUSINESS Well led companies will want to create shareholder value and obtain competitive advantage. They therefore require a well thought out strategy that incites innovation, and a capable and motivated workforce. Hermes Management assists in the strategy, management and business development of your organization. H&B Partners (owned by Hermes Management) have developed efficient operational business models and partnerships along with an elaborate business network John F. Kennedylaan 4 2630 Aartselaar t +32 3 808 04 72 f +32 3 293 34 86 [email protected] www.hermesmanagement.be Marc AELBRECHT General Manager to successfully introduce companies onto the Belgian/ European market, and inversely, on the Indian/Asian Market. These services cover both the market development from a commercial perspective -sales, marketing, distribution-, from an administrative perspective -approvals, legal requirements, Intellectual property, facilities, subsidies- as from the post sales support perspective –SLA management, logistics, warranty & repair, technical support. Belgian Economic Mission 117 HOTEL LA LEGENDE In the centre of Brussels, close to the Grand-Place and Manneken Pis, the hotel “La Légende” welcomes you in a charming and friendly ambiance. Our hotel is established in a former town mansion in the heart of Brussels and will allow you to discover all facets of Brussels or to benefit from a strategic position for your business trips. Our charming hotel puts service first and foremost. Around the clock, our staff exerts itself to make you enjoy your stay, help you find what you are looking for or to address your desires and needs to the utmost of our ability. Please do not hesitate to call on us, we consider this the best way to prove our passion for service. This has been a family hotel for three generations, and our knowhow and expertise allow us to offer you a service worthy of the greatest, worthy of you. Sophie JONOT Administrator Alain SURNY Accountant Rue du Lombard 35 1000 Brussels t +32 2 512 82 90 f +32 2 512 34 93 [email protected] www.hotellalegende.com 118 india HRD ANTWERP HRD Antwerp offers quality solutions in diamond and gemstone certification, education and research. HRD Antwerp the first ISO-certified diamond lab issues highly respected diamond certificates, gemstone and jewellery reports. HRD Antwerp covers a wide geographical area with a Diamond Lab in Mumbai, Jewellery Lab in Istanbul, sealing service in Hong Kong and Lab Links in India, Israël, Hong Kong, New York and Spain. HRD Antwerp offers world-renowned diamond grading, gemmology and contemporary diamond jewellery de- Hoveniersstraat 22 2018 Antwerp t +32 3 222 06 11 f +32 3 222 06 99 [email protected] www.hrdantwerp.be Serge COUVREUR CEO Dries HOLVOET Head Business Development sign courses on an international platform. Its Graduates Club is a worldwide network for its alumni to exchange ideas and information. HRD Antwerp conducts fundamental and applied research for the diamond industry, that is translated into state-of-the-art technological instruments and equipment. HRD Antwerp is present in Belgium, China, Hong Kong, India and Turkey. Belgian Economic Mission 119 HYDROGENICS Hydrogenics has over 60 years of experience designing, manufacturing, building and installing industrial and commercial Hydrogen Systems around the globe. Hydrogenics is pioneering “Power-to-Gas” the We offer world leading expertise for a range of applications, including: Hydrogenics Corporate headquarters are located in Mississauga, Canada with manufacturing facilities located in Germany and Belgium. We have other corporate and sales offices, and hydrogen installations, operating in several countries around the world. Hydrogen generators for Industrial processes and Fueling stations Hydrogen fuel cells for electric vehicles, such as urban transit buses, commercial fleets, utility vehicles and electric lift trucks Fuel cell installations for freestanding electrical power plants and UPS systems (uninterruptible power supply) Filip SMEETS General Manager world’s most innovative way to store and transport energy Hydrogenics Corporation is a publicly listed company on the NASDAQ (stock symbol HYGS) and the TSX (stock symbol HYG). Nijverheidsstraat 48C 2260 Oevel t +32 477 44 58 39 f +32 14 46 21 11 [email protected] www.hydrogenics.com 120 india ICOMETRIX icoMetrix is specialized in obtaining quantitative biomarkers from medical images, such as MRI, CT, PET. The images are acquired locally and sent to our servers. We then measure brain or lesion volumes, cortical thickness, etc. for an improved diagnosis and follow-up of Multiple Sclerosis and Alzheimer's disease patients. In addition, as imaging is increasingly used in research and clinical trials, there is a strong need for automated, reliable, and reproducible image analysis. icoMetrix has many years experience with preclinical and clinical evaluation of MRI, CT, and PET data and group-analysis of advanced quantitative images. We applied these methods to study disorders in neurology, oncology, diabetes, etc. Tervuursesteenweg 244 3001 Leuven t +32 16 84 96 97 [email protected] www.icometrix.com Dirk LOECKX CEO Wim VAN HECKE Chief Business Officer icoMetrix’ quantitative image analysis solutions are documented in over 200 scientific publications. Our services allow pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device researchers and companies to incorporate advanced imaging measures into their clinical trials. We understand your need to identify both lack of efficacy and potential for adverse reactions as soon as possible. Belgian Economic Mission 121 IKAROS SOLAR Ikaros Solar, headquartered in Schoten, is one of Belgium's top companies operating in the photovoltaic market. We provide solar photovoltaic solutions for companies and individuals. We offer our clients a total EPC service (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operation and Maintenance) right from the selection and installation of solar energy and for maintenance and monitoring afterwards. Ikaros Solar has installed more than 2,000 private photovoltaic systems and supplied installations to companies including IKEA, Carrefour, Philips/Massive, Janssen Pharmaceutica, DP World, Molenbergnatie, Regie der Gebouwen, Renson, Stad Antwerpen, Miko ... Furthermore, Ikaros Solar has partnerships with certified installers for the private sector. Ikaros Solar, founded in 2006, has evolved into an international company with offices in Belgium (Schoten and Gembloux), Great Britain (Wales), Portugal (Lisbon), India (Mumbai), Mexico (Mexico City) and Turkey (Istanbul). Vikas MATHUR Managing Director (India) Metropoolstraat 30-32 A 2900 Schoten t +32 3 641 64 80 f +32 3 641 64 99 [email protected] www.ikaros-solar.eu 122 india INMATY Investment Management in high TechnologY buildings for logisitics. Inmaty LOGISTIC REAL ESTATE analyses the market for logistic movements and possible needs for investors. Inmaty LOGISTIC REAL ESTATE helps you to find and realize a simple but strong vision on logistics development: top quality in prime locations. This also goes by the company philosophy: sustainability for sustainable profit. Based on this strategy, sites and funding are searched and offered to end-users for tailor made realizations as well for own use as for return of Fund Investors. Mainly, a logistic building serves a pragmatic goal; the adjacent offices do have to respond to the highest quality standards. Being the business card of your company and the place where employees have to spend many hours a day every day again. Thanks to his networking approach Inmaty LOGISTIC REAL ESTATE can help you to explore also: The Netherlands, France, Germany, Luxembourg as well as Belgium, being the center of Europe itself. Inmaty Real Estate helps you in 2 ways: Developing your required site with prime location potential, close to the state of the art infrastructure for your optimal distribution. Guiding major investors to diversify their investments risks into “European funding of new developments” for higher return and with strict rules. Didier TYTGADT Rogierlaan 245 1050 Brussels t +32 475 80 70 71 [email protected] CEO Belgian Economic Mission 123 ION BEAM APPLICATIONS IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A.) is a cancer diagnostics and treatment equipment company and the worldwide technology leader in the field of proton therapy, the most advanced form of radiotherapy available today. The Company’s primary expertise lies in the development of next generation proton therapy technologies that provide oncology care providers with premium quality services and equipment. IBA’s proton therapy solutions are scalable and adaptable, offering universal full scale proton therapy centers as well as next generation compact, single room systems. IBA also focuses on the development and supply of dosimetry solutions for Quality Assurance of medical equipment and increased patient safety as well as particle accelerators for medical and industrial applications. Olivier LEGRAIN CEO Headquartered in Belgium and employing more than 1,200 people worldwide, IBA currently has installed systems across Europe and the US and is expanding into emerging markets. IBA is listed on the pan-European stock exchange EURONEXT and more information can be found at: www.iba-worldwide.com Chemin du Cyclotron 3 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve t +32 10 47 58 11 f +32 10 47 58 10 [email protected] www.iba-worldwide.com 124 india IP TRADE Ip Trade offers telephones specially developed for traders and command & control community, usually called a “turret”. The Ip Trade turret has a touchscreen user interface and is fully adaptable in order to meet all customers’ requests. Unlike their competitors, the Ip Trade turrets can transparently connect to the three biggest vendors: cisco, avaya and alcatel. Our main customers are currently located in all over the world including London, Hong Kong and New York. Rue de l'Aéropostale 8 4460 Grâce-Hollogne t +32 4 364 04 69 f +32 4 239 71 08 [email protected] www.iptrade-networks.com Didier MATTIVI CEO Olivier JONES APAC-Regional Manager Having been on the Indian market for several years, Ip Trade with its distributor Jampot wishes to extend its development into the heart of financial markets in Mumbai. The potential of the Indian market is high in finance as well as in Command & Control. In addition, Ip Trade has decided to diversify its products. All professional telephone users can benefit from the technology developed by Ip Trade. The turrets have been modified to meet the needs of dispatching centers including radio integration. Belgian Economic Mission 125 ISDG WIRELESS BLOCKING SOLUTIONS ISDG Wireless Blocking Solutions is specialized in the blocking of all kinds of wireless communication. We mainly focus on prison facilities. The use of cell phones (and other wireless communication tools) is a major problem in prisons. ISDG WBS has developed a tailor-made system that can be adapted according to the customer's needs and which takes into account future extensions due to spectrum changes… ISDG WBS has seen this problem growing during the years and has analyzed it thoroughly. Our main objective is to offer prison authorities worldwide a high quality, efficient solution to deny prisoners access to wireless communication. Koen BOECKX CEO Spoorweglei 33 2520 Ranst t +32 3 470 15 50 f +32 3 475 99 01 [email protected] www.isdg.be 126 india ISWA WORLD CONFERENCE 2015 ANTWERPEN ISWA, the International Solid Waste Association, is a non-profit association that promotes the development of a professional and sustainable waste policy worldwide (see www.iswa.org). Within the ISWA, experts from all countries come together to share information and knowhow and to work on the continuous development of global waste management. One of the most important key moments for this work is the annual ISWA World Congress, which lasts for three content-packed days, and is attended by over 1,000 participants. The city of Antwerp, in close cooperation with Interafval (the alliance of the Flemish inter-municipal waste companies), will host this World Congress on 7, 8 and 9 Philip HEYLEN Boomsesteenweg 1000 2610 Antwerpen www.iswa2015.org Chaiman of the Organizing Committee Tom DE BRUYCKERE Coordinator September 2015. Antwerp and Flanders have a number of obvious advantages as a location. The results of Flemish waste policy are among the best in the world. Many companies from our region are at the forefront in developing innovative technology. And due to its unique location and many port activities, the city of Antwerp is the ideal place for a World Congress, which has a great deal to offer both in terms of programme content and socio-cultural activities. Belgian Economic Mission 127 ITSTOASTED ITSTOASTED is specialized in IT Project Management, Consultancy and Audit on an international level, mainly working for multinational companies (Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Telecom sector, ICT, Automotive sector are a few examples). 1. Consultancy ITSTOASTED offers to International companies a representation worldwide in such a way that ITSTOASTED can act on behalf of these companies or their customers. ITSTOASTED has experiences in several sectors such as to coordinate projects between your company and other international companies. 2. Compliances 2.1. CSV: computer system validation: Validation Plan – Requirements – Design – Development – Installation – Operational SOPs – Summary report. 2.2. GxP/ GMP:Good xPractice:/ Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Laboratory Practice: Auditing GxP computer systems, auditing suppliers of computer systems for GxP use. 2.3. GAMP5: Good Automated Manufacturing Practice: assist in the follow up of a companies and maintain CSV systems, where as the key concepts can be defined as follows: Life Cycle Approach – Life Cycle Phases – Quality Risk Management – Regulated company activities – Supplier activities – Efficiency improvement. 3. FDA/EMA/PMDA/SOX… ITSTOASTED can give advice and help in international laws regards to medical and pharmaceutical regulations. We can do research on several domains regarding relationships between for example: FDA and JPAL (Japanese regulations for medical devices). Carine VRANCKEN Managing Director Wijerstraat 164/1 3510 Hasselt t +32 11 74 46 14 [email protected] www.itstoasted.be 128 india JAN DE NUL People and global expertise. These are the corner stones of Jan De Nul Group’s phenomenal success. Thanks to its skilled employees and the world’s most modern fleet, Jan De Nul Group is a leading expert in dredging and marine construction activities, as well as in specialized services for the offshore industry of oil, gas and renewable energy. The combination with its civil engineering and environmental activities renders the Group complete. Our professional and innovative solutions are trusted across the industry. Whether it concerns the construction of the new locks in the Panama Canal or a new port complex in Western Australia, together with our customers, we build for further economic development. Tragel 60 9308 Hofstade-Aalst t +32 53 73 17 11 f +32 53 78 17 60 [email protected] www.jandenul.com Danny DE HERT Regional Manager Belgian Economic Mission 129 JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICA Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson are dedicated to addressing and solving the most important unmet medical needs of our time, including oncology (e.g. multiple myeloma and prostate cancer), immunology (e.g. psoriasis), neuroscience (e.g. schizophrenia, dementia and pain), infectious disease (e.g. HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C and tuberculosis), and cardiovascular and metabolic diseases (e.g. diabetes). Driven by our commitment to patients, we develop sustainable, integrated healthcare solutions to help people throughout the world by working side-by-side with healthcare stakeholders, based on partnerships of trust and transparency. Tim DE KEGEL Senior Director Public Affairs and External Communication Ludo LAUWERS Senior Vice President, Site Management Sunangal Ajit SHETTY Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Directors Turnhoutseweg 30 2340 Beerse t +32 14 60 21 11 f +32 14 60 28 41 [email protected] www.janssenpharmaceutica.com 130 india JBASTIEN - ART The J. Bastien ART gallery was founded in October 1988 by Jeane Bastien. What initiated this adventure was a stressed taste for art, which was transformed throughout the years into a commitment for artists. All throughout the year, in addition to offering its cymas to the greatest artists whose reputation is international such as Zao Wou-Ki, Chu Teh-Chun, Gaston Chaissac, Olivier Debré or Henri Michaux, the museum also invites us to explore new talents by giving young artists such as Richard Texier, Bai Yiluo, Xiong Wenyun or Zhu Wei a new opportunity. Anyhow, the adopted artistic line is still painting and modern and contemporary sculpture. Rue de la Madeleine 61 1000 Brussels t +32 2 513 25 63 f +32 2 512 48 38 [email protected] [email protected] www.jbastien-art.be Jeane BASTIEN Director For a few years, the J. Bastien ART museum intended to show its intention of bringing together European and Asian creations. Pierce the interactions between continents, stimulate the meetings among artists and the exchanges of varied institutions, here is a chosen method to deepen the research of Asian artists living here and of those from here who get their inspiration from there. Belgian Economic Mission 131 JET AIRWAYS INDIA Jet Airways is introducing the concept of Smart Travel to India. and the 3 daily flights from London Heathrow, to both Mumbai and Delhi. Recently, Jet Airways has increased its presence in Europe with new codeshare flights and new connections operated by our strategic alliance partner Etihad Airways. Full Flexibility of Timing & routings: A choice of morning and evening daily flights directly out of Brussels, via London or Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and Delhi. We offer Daily flights to India, morning and evening timing & routing combinations at the same fare! Smart Travel concept consists of: All routings are combinable! You may want to fly in the morning the routing Brussels-Delhi and back in the evening Delhi - Abu Dhabi - Brussels. High Flight Frequency to India: Jet Airways now offers daily one-stop flights from Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy, Switzerland, via Abu Dhabi to India, in addition to the 2 daily direct flights from Brussels One Fare: Fly one fare from Europe to India, whatever is your routing that you have chosen to Mumbai or Delhi: via Brussels, London or Abu Dhabi! Smart fares in “Première Class” are available with 50 or 28 days advance purchase. Emmanuel MENU Vice President Continental Europe Stefan HOLLANDS General Manager Benelux Philippe VERDONCK Cargo Manager Continental Europe Brussels National Airport Po Box 10 1930 Zaventem t +32 2 709 09 09 f +32 2 709 09 00 [email protected] www.jetairways.com 132 india LAPAUW INTERNATIONAL Lapauw International is the European manufacturer of ecological laundry machinery and provides a total laundry solution for all kind of collectivities: Hotels, Hospitals, Cruise Ships, Railways, Automated Laundry Businesses, Textile Manufacturers, Prisons etc. Lapauw International offers a wide range of washer extractors, washing tunnels, dryers, tunnel finishers, and is worldwide known for its full range of superior flatwork ironers (gas- & steam-heated) complete with feeders and folders. With our worldwide presence we can count on a strong client portfolio which constantly inspires the R&D department of Lapauw to come up with new ecofriendly innovations. Oude Ieperseweg 139 8501 Heule t +32 56 35 42 95 f +32 56 35 45 59 [email protected] www.lapauwinternational.com Philippe D’HEYGERE Chairman Belgian Economic Mission 133 LOGISTICS IN WALLONIA Competitiveness cluster for the transport and logistics sector It's goal is to develop Transportation and Logistics activities in Wallonia through various missions such as supporting Innovation, bringing together players in Networking activities and Promotions, in collaboration with the Awex. The activities of the Cluster are numerous and wideranging, so as to be able to offer the members places to meet and share knowledge and experiences amongst fellow players in the Transport and Logistics sector. Logistics in Wallonia is organized around a board of directors, diverse work groups and an 8 person operational cell. To achieve this goal, Logistics in Wallonia is working with a network of over 240 members, all from different sectors: industrial, logistics services providers, infrastructure managers, as well as organisms and institutions in charge of research and formation. Peter VANDEREET Manager business development Liège Airport Building 52 4460 Grâce-Hollogne t +32 4 225 50 60 f +32 4 225 50 65 [email protected] www.logisticsinwallonia.be 134 india LUCIAD Luciad is an international software company focused on Geospatial software to achieve full Situational Awareness. Customers rely on Luciad for their mission-critical geospatial systems in the Defense & Security, and Transport and Infrastructure domains. Luciad offers a wide range of software products and software components to meet all the customer needs in the above-mentioned domains. Luciad is used by the world's most prestigious organizations, including for instance: NATO, Federal Aviation Gaston Geenslaan 11 3001 Leuven t +32 16 23 95 91 f +32 16 29 34 22 [email protected] www.luciad.com Dirk WAGEMANS Global Head of Sales & Distribution Administration, Eurocontrol, and government agencies around the world. Luciad customers also include leading Systems Integrators such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, EADS, Thales, Dassault Aviation, Indra, GMV, Systematic, Terma, Saab and many others. Belgian Economic Mission 135 MAC VALVES EUROPE INC Our company is based in Belgium and assembles air valves that are sold in Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Northern Africa and India. We develop special optimized solutions that are used for automating or controlling the manufacturing process in various fields of industries (e.g. food, glass, plastics, medical, sorting, transportation, aluminium, etc.). Our products are sold by distribution companies that have important technical skills and strong willingness to provide value-added solution to their customers. Distribution of MAC Valves product range is based on exclusive territorial distribution. Guerric de HALLEUX Sales Industry Coordinator Our success in the last years are due to intense investments in products development and to the MDN network (MAC Distributor Network), the latter being a global organization of independent distributors and manufacturers with the common focus of customer service and support anywhere in the world. MDN is permanently interconnected network which represents over 3,500 employees located in over 45 countries with 200 service centers carrying in total an inventory worth of US$ 50 million. Rue Marie Curie 12 4431 Loncin t +32 4 239 68 68 f +32 4 263 19 42 [email protected] www.macvalves.be 136 india MAWYC III MAWYC III group is active in the field of Global Forwarding and Insurance through various operating companies and supported by a global network of local agents in ports and airports all over the world. Headquartered in the heart of Europe, the MAWYC III group has branch offices in all Belgian sea ports (Antwerp, Zeebrugge and Ghent) and Brussels Airport and is represented in other European main ports by partners with whom we have a longstanding relationship. In India we rely on a strong representation by leading logistics companies covering all the main industrial areas and ports. Through strategically located warehousing facilities MAWYC III can take care of Customs Clearance, bonded Warehousing and Distribution for both Import and Export trades. Afrikalaan 287 9000 Ghent t +32 9 251 13 66 f +32 9 251 67 83 [email protected] www.mawyc.com Stefaan DE BROUWER Director BU Forwarding With our comprehensive range of services including Ocean and Air freight, we can act as your total supply chain provider meeting your criteria for transit time, choice of pick-up and delivery options. "The difference between ordinary and extra ordinary is the little extra" Belgian Economic Mission 137 MEMNON ARCHIVING SERVICES From Sound archives to video archives via film Memnon can handle most of the Audiovisual formats and Media contained in Both public and Private institutions. Memnon was involved in digitizing more than 1,000,000 hours of audiovisual archives, making it the European Leader in its field. Memnon’s digitalization systems are managed by computerized quality control systems that among other things monitor the successful transfer and follow up of metadata tagging, focusing human intervention on added- value services . Michel MERTEN Managing Director Memnon is able to digitize hundreds of thousands of hours of audiovisual material programs per year thanks to our highly efficient and optimized workflow, and to realize a multitude of files based formats in real-time during the migration process Memnon is establishing a joint-venture in India with the company Media Guru established in Noida so as to develop its digitization services in India. Rue de Mulhouse 36 4020 Liège t +32 2 643 47 77 f + 32 2 649 87 01 [email protected] www.memnon.eu 138 india MITHRA PHARMACEUTICALS MITHRA PHARMACEUTICALS is a spin-off of the University of Liège (Belgium), founded in 1999 to market innovative pharmaceutical products exclusively dedicated to women’s healthcare and into 4 therapeutic fields: contraception/fertility, menopause/osteoporosis, female cancer, and the utero-vaginal sphere. The current range available for export comprises 16 products distributed in 43 countries around the world. Rue Saint Georges 5 4000 Liège t +32 4 349 28 27 f +32 4 349 28 21 [email protected] www.mithra.be Francesco FORNIERI CEO - Founder Eric POSKIN Spokesman Strategic & Corporate Communication Manager Julie DESSART Web Marketing & Communication Support Belgian Economic Mission 139 MODULYSS Modulyss® designs and produces modular carpet tiles for the contract market and is the 3rd largest EU manufacturer. Modulyss NV is part of the Balta Group which is the largest EU manufacturer of textile floor coverings. Modulyss is active in over 75 countries worldwide and is one of the fastest growing carpet tile companies. They are active since two years in India and have done already some prestigious jobs. The products of modulyss® are mainly used in offices, airports, conference areas and hotels and meet the highest quality norms not only regarding sustainability but also regarding quality. Karl THYBERGIN Export Sales Manager Druv SODHANI President CCIL Zevensterrestraat 21 9240 Zele t +32 52 45 72 11 f +32 52 44 90 99 [email protected] www.modulyss.com 140 india MU Production of annealing lehrs for the glass industry (glass containers). Production facilities in Belgium - possibility for partial production in India. Production of gas burners. Dennenlaan 1 2222 Ittegem - Heist op den Berg t +32 475 83 28 75 f +32 15 76 23 26 [email protected] www.lehrs.be Henri MEEUS CEO Belgian Economic Mission 141 MUNIC GEMS Munic Gems is a diamond company founded in 1988 in Antwerp with activities in both rough and polished diamonds. Its rough suppliers include major diamond producers including Alrosa, BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto. While Munic Gems is best known for its lower-end materials, it has developed industry-leading expertise in a range qualities and sizes of diamonds. Munic works collaboratively with suppliers and customers alike. It seeks to understand the needs of its stakeholders and build long-term, valuable relationships. Munic Gems is also committed to corporate social responsibility. It has established the San Rose foundation which provides free healthcare to the mobility impaired in India. It is also a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council. Munic Gems has a strong heritage in rough diamond trading whereby it processes and distributes rough to customers operating in all the major diamond centres including India, the world’s largest manufacturing centre. It supplies rough diamonds from -3 through to +2cts in a range of qualities and colours. Polished diamonds also forms a part of Munic Gems’ business and can supply a variety of polished. Mukesh SHAH Managing Director Himani SHAH Advisor Hoveniersstraat 30, Suite 252, Box 252 2018 Antwerp t +32 3 205 01 00 f +32 3 205 01 01 [email protected] www.municgems.be 142 india NP-BRIDGING (BRIDGING ARCHITECTEN EN INGENIEURS) FoundersMr. Laurent Ney / Mr. Chris Poulissen NP-BRIDGING conducts designs in the field of large scale infrastructural, engineering and architectural projects, as well as urban planning. The approach of the office is integral, by ‘bridging’ all the components that determine the total context of the intervention on site to one coherent ensemble anchored in the past and designed to participate in a long term process. Since 2010, NP-Bridging has been working on infrastructure and urban design projects in the State of Maharashtra, India. A new office of NP-Bridging should be opening its doors in Mumbai in the autumn of 2013. NP-Bridging is part of a larger group with the companies Ney-Poulissen BVBA (Gent) and Ney & Partners SA (Brussels). The group is operating in Europe and the Far East. Ankerrui 26-30 2000 Antwerp t +32 3 288 28 30 [email protected] www.np-bridging.com Chris POULISSEN Managing Director Matthieu MALLIÉ Bridge Engineer Jean-Marc SIMON Urban Planner Belgian Economic Mission 143 NUMECA INTERNATIONAL NUMECA International is a leading developer and provider of CFD software systems for the multi-physics design simulation and optimization of industrial products and processes. Its software products are used for the simulation of fluids, acoustics and thermal systems in a large range of applications. their application-driven features and interface, optimal solutions, multi-physics models, high accuracy, speed and general user friendliness. NUMECA has a worldwide presence, with branch offices in USA, Japan, China, India and Belgium,as well as a worldwide network of distributors. Leader in the field of flow simulations and optimization for rotating machines (aircraft engines, hydraulic, gas or steam turbines, compressors, pumps, wind turbines, etc.), NUMECA offers an extended suite of software covering a broad range of applications for both internal and external flows. Based on the most recent technology, NUMECA software systems are largely recognized for Jacques PARLONGUE Sales & Marketing Director Chaussée de la Hulpe 189 1170 Brussels t +32 2 880 96 78 [email protected] www.numeca.com 144 india OPTIMIZED RADIOCHEMICAL APPLICATIONS (ORA) ORA is a leading supplier of innovative radiochemistry solutions for the radiopharmaceutical industry. Its innovative range of radiopharmaceutical synthesizers, called NEPTIS®, is offering to the nuclear medicine community an open and flexible platform for more freedom and a better efficiency for the competitive deployment of new PET tracers. NEPTIS® is the combination of a multi-purposes PET synthesizer and an advanced software system meeting the latest GMP requirements. This combination offers the capability of creating an unlimited number of individualized radiotracer synthesis applications. Therefore, Rue de la Gendarmerie 50 5600 Philippeville t +32 71 61 38 23 f +32 71 61 40 53 [email protected] www.oradiochem.eu Vincent TADINO Chief Technical Officer Olivier VAN DER BORGHT Chief Operating Officer NEPTIS® system helps in restoring freedom for researchers with an open platform, in providing developers with a robust tool from clinical trials to commercial production, and in offering producers a guarantee for reliable and repetitive performance. The proven expertise of ORA coupled with the NEPTIS® platform and its extensive regulatory documentation support, makes it possible to meet new challenges of maximizing current PET tracers production and speeding up the development of new drugs to market. Belgian Economic Mission 145 OSQB As a multidisciplinary bureau OSQB unites engineers (stability and techniques), architects and assistant-architects in one complimentary team. This multidisciplinary organization of our bureau enables us to realize projects in a swift and efficient way, as stability, architecture, specialty techniques, interior design and furnishing are tuned in to one another from the very start. This approach saves time and guarantees efficiency and has proven to be cost effective in many occasions. It goes without saying that one single point of contact for the complete project promotes transparency on all levels. Tanguy OOSTERLYNCK Founder By combining the higher disciplines in one and the same project team our approach not only unites vision, style and functionality, but also gears the expenditure of all project parts together. With this approach, refined by 10 years of experience, OSQB demonstrates its added value, as widely appreciated by our customers in the public sector as well as private enterprise, for industrial projects, office building as well as private housing initiatives. Duboisstraat 39 2060 Antwerp t +32 3 257 28 41 [email protected] www.osqb.be 146 india PATRILAM The Company is active in Commercial Representation (agencies or distribution), Investments, Projects, Real Estate, Prospection and Lobbying. Thanks to its very rich list of contacts, and this to the highest levels, it can offer its services as agent or distributor to promote the sales and marketing of local products and/or services within Europe, and vice versa. Furthermore it can offer top quality services for prospection and lobbying within Europe. Jan LAMBRECHT Avenue Louise 149 bte24 1050 Brussels t +32 475 271 283 [email protected] Managing Director Belgian Economic Mission 147 PATTYN PACKING LINES Pattyn Packing Lines, initially founded in 1952 by Mr. Jean Pattyn and now lead by the Managing Director Mr. Paul Pattyn, is a family company with more than 30 years of extensive experience in polybag lining solutions. From case erecting, bag-making and inserting, filling to bag and case closing, Pattyn Packing Lines offers you complete solutions to pack and weigh-fill bulk products. Almost any product can be packed into your specific recipient: cases, crates, trays, tins, drums, pails or porex cases. As we also offer conveyors, checkweighers, control and inspection systems, you benefit from one single source supplier taking full responsibility of your complete line. Hans DEGRYSE International Sales Manager Our company daily invests into research and development of innovative technologies, providing you a high level of automation and complete product protection. Pattyn Packing Lines is not only a supplier, but a full service and solutions provider, advising you from the initial briefing to the after sales service. Together with our exclusive Business Partners across the world, we provide you the complete range of services and support, so you only need to focus on your core business. Today more than 600 industrial companies, including ADM, Cargill, Fonterra, IOI Group, Nestle, Ardo, Ready Bake Foods, Lys Alimentacion and many more are using a bag-in-box solution of Pattyn Packing Lines. Hoge Hul 4-6-8 8000 Brugge t +32 50 45 04 80 f +32 50 45 04 82 [email protected] www.pattyn.com 148 india POLLET WATER GROUP With nearly 40 years of experience in the industry, the Pollet Water Group has been supplying both component parts and complete systems to companies specialising in the field of water treatment throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East. PWG has an extensive stockholding and the experienced Sales Team can offer an accurate and reliable service from initial quotation right to delivery, together with all the necessary technical support and after sales services. Years of experience have led to a range of products which offer a solution to every problem in connection with water treatment. Textielstraat 13 8790 Waregem t +32 56 43 29 51 f +32 56 43 29 52 [email protected] www.polletwatergroup.com Jacques POLLET President Sofie POLLET Vice-President Adrienne WYTYNCK Retail Manager Dimitri TAILLIEU Financial Director Frederik DEJAGHERE Business Development Manager Belgian Economic Mission 149 PREFAMAC PREFAMAC produces “sweet” machines, with particular emphasis on the world of chocolate and the industry of biscuits, cookies, waffles and cakes. Prefamac manufactures cooling tunnels, chocolate tempering and moulding machines, chocolate and/or butter melting kettles, pumps and piping, enrobing machines designed to cover sweets with chocolate as well as machinery for flaking and adding flakes or decoration to enrobed products. of Prefamac’s output is destined for export and reaches more than 100 countries worldwide. Featuring among Prefamac’s customers are famous chocolate brands like Marcolini and Neuhaus, and Mondelez (Cadbury/Kraft/ Lu) and General Biscuits for cookies and biscuit lines. Prefamac received the Hermes award in 1998, followed in 1999 by the Womed award. 2004 saw Prefamac’s nomination for the “Export Lion” award. Since the foundation 25 years ago, we supply both industrial installations as well as small scale machinery for bakeries and chocolate manufacturers. Up to 90 % Myriam SCHEPERS Managing Director Dellestraat 11/11A Industrial Zone Zolder-Lummen 1058 3560 Lummen t +32 13 52 18 84 f +32 13 52 18 48 [email protected] www.prefamac.com 150 india PwC At PwC, we’re committed to providing quality audit, tax and consulting services to our public and private clients in Belgium and internationally. PwC is founded on the principle of creating value through relationships – it’s a principle that lies at the heart of everything we do and everywhere we are. Our value promise starts with our relationship with you. We aim to start building value from day one. PwC, globally yours in Belgium As the world’s largest providers of audit, tax, and business consulting services, we measure our success by our ability to create the value that our clients, our people and the wider public are looking for. Woluwedal 18 1932 Sint-Stevens-Woluwe t +32 2 710 42 11 f +32 2 710 42 99 www.pwc.be Bart ELIAS Partner We believe that being able to call on our global network of specialists helps us to create even greater value for your business and your investments. Belgian Economic Mission 151 REALCO Thanks to its enzyme discoveries and its mastery of the natural protein, for more than 30 years, REALCO, a Belgian company, has pushed the limits of classic chemistry. Its enzymatic technology research allows Realco to propose high-performance solutions for cleaning and waste water depuration. Enzyme technology brings many advantages to the collectivites and the food processing markets: Realco proposes a complete enzymatic offer to professionals (food processing, collectivities, purification stations, reinforced hygiene in hospitals) and for consumers. longer life for machinery (better return on investment), deep and efficient cleaning (better hygiene on-site), neutral pH of the products - security, lower energy cost (works at 40°C), maintenance on site (action of the enzymes in pipes) better return on the waste water treatment downwards, positive impact on environment (optimized biodegradability of our solutions). Géraldine MALCORPS Business Developer Avenue Albert Einstein 15 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve t +32 10 45 30 00 f +32 10 45 63 63 [email protected] www.realco.be 152 india RECTICEL Recticel is a well-known polyurethane foam manufacturer. The Belgian group is specialized in polyurethane products for a large number of applications. In the early 1950’s Recticel started with the manufacturing of polyurethane foam and was as such a pioneer in this highly specialized industry. Activities are divided into four business lines: Automotive, Flexible Foams, Bedding and Insulation. Recticel Flexible Foam’s principal activities cover the manufacture, conversion and marketing of flexible polyurethane foam to a wide range of markets. Damstraat 2, Industriezone 7 9230 Wetteren t +32 9 368 92 11 f +32 9 369 64 99 [email protected] www.recticel.com Filip GORIS Regional Manager Flexible Foams India & China The business line mainly concentrates on semi-finished polyurethane foam products and components in B2B areas but also creates finished PU foam products in some segments for distribution channels. Recticel Flexible Foams is active worldwide with production plants, converting plants and sales offices in many countries. Recticel provides work for 8.900 employees in 120 establishments in 27 countries. Belgian Economic Mission 153 REMI CLAEYS ALUMINIUM Remi Claeys Aluminium is worldwide market leader in aluminium welded tubes for all kinds of applications. 99% of the turnover is exported to Europe, USA, Brazil, China. We are known worldwide as the reference for tailor-made welded tubes. Remi Claeys Aluminium was founded over 60 years ago and is part of the Swedish Aluminium Group SAPA. in aluminium welded tubes for General Applications, HVAC&R and automotive industry. All strategic and operational decisions are taken at RCA in Lichtervelde for the full worldwide Welded tubes organization. We differentiate ourselves through quality, service and creativity. Within SAPA, Remi Claeys Aluminium is the center of competence of the Welded Tubes business unit of Sapa Heat Transfer. Together with Welded Tubes Remscheid (Germany), Welded Tubes Shanghai (China) and Welded Tubes Pune (India) we are worldwide leader Hubbe VANNESTE Global Sales Director – Welded Tubes Kortemarkstraat 52 8810 Lichtervelde t +32 51 72 97 54 f +32 51 72 21 26 [email protected] www.remi-claeys.be 154 india SAFETY PRODUCT Safety Product is the developer and manufacturer of the ZIPpole. The ZIPpole is a steel pole to be used for road infrastructure such as public lighting, traffic lights and signs. This passive safe pole is designed to bend in a car crash and to absorb the energy of the shock so as to save people’s lives! A lot of people get badly injured or killed by driving into obstacles close to the road. It doesn't have to be that way if "forgiving" road equipment like the ZIPpole is used. Beverlosesteenweg 100 3580 Beringen t +32 473 71 20 24 f +32 3 464 05 91 [email protected] www.safety-product.eu Carolien WILLEMS Director & Co-owner Albert MAES Director & Co-owner Belgian Economic Mission 155 SAFFRON BRIDGE Saffron Bridge is fully dedicated in bringing the finest products from Belgian and European producers to the Indian consumers. We have carefully selected items matching the specificity of the Indian taste. For this mission, we are focusing on presenting a basket of selective wines crafted for the Indian palate. We are therefore working closely with Belgian wine makers in France to bring on the Indian tables charming wines matching the exquisite Indian cuisine. Somesh BAROT Manager Rue de la Presse 12/5 1000 Brussels t +32 2 502 55 45 [email protected] 156 india SCHREDER Schréder and lighting technology Since its creation, Schréder has acquired both an expertise and a technological lead that enhances the solid reputation of this international Group to this day. Performance and innovation are the core requirements of the Group’s products, which feature exceptionally high quality photometrical and mechanical properties. The Schréder Group designers are constantly creating innovative luminaires for urban, public, industrial and sports lighting applications, which harmonise perfectly with contemporary trends. energy savings and sustainable development. Recent technical progress means that the luminous efficiency of LEDs is constantly increasing and that they now have the capacity to compete with traditional light sources. Schréder in India Schréder has a 20 year presence in India with 70 people and and a factory in Faridabad. The company has 4 commercial offices spread in India. Schréder is introducing latest lighting technology in the country and is committed to develop its activity in the coming years. LEDs: a rapidly developing technology Schréder has incorporated LEDs into its product range as this technology offers enormous potential in terms of Rue de Lusambo 67 1190 Brussels t +32 2 332 01 06 f +32 2 333 21 99 [email protected] [email protected] www.schreder.com Agnès SCHREDER Chief Legal Officer Dieter POLEYN Regional Manager AMEA Chekitan SAWHNEY Managing Director Keselec Schréder Ripu Daman SHARMA Vice President – Sales Belgian Economic Mission 157 SITOMECA For over 80 years, steel has been the core business of Sitomeca. Today, it is considered by fibre cement companies worldwide as a reference for the manufacture of flat and corrugated steel moulds, used as interleaves in the production of fibre cement panels. Sitomeca is also a pioneer in the production of spacers and with over a decade of experience, research and development, it is able to manufacture spacers out of stainless steel of high quality by welding them on a unique laser-hybrid welding robot. Sitomeca also develops innovative textured resin moulds with textures such as wood, stone and slate. Olivier BLONTROCK General Manager Isabelle WIBO Managing Partner These interleaves are used to reproduce their reliefs in the production of fibre cement and wood cement panels. With the acquisition of Sitomeca by J.C. Wibo & Partners (www.jcwibo.com) in October 2011, Sitomeca now benefits from the large experience of its new shareholder in cutting, bending and welding, through J.C. Wibo & Partners’ shareholding in Vlassenroot (www.vlassenroot.com). This new shareholding will be beneficial to Sitomeca’s customers, as the broad experience and financial strength of J.C. Wibo & Partners combined with the dynamism and expertise of Sitomeca’s renewed team will enable the company to grow ambitiously together with its customers, propose innovative solutions and deliver products of the highest quality and precision. Rue A. Vandenpeereboom 60 1080 Brussels t +32 2 412 71 80 f +32 2 415 90 97 [email protected] www.sitomeca.com 158 india SKY MAN INTERNATIONAL With almost 30 years of experience in suspended access equipment, Sky Man International is a unique blend of engineering, R&D and quality production of suspended access equipment, covering today a most complete range of products in the industry. The company has known steady growth over the years, in changing markets. The result of continued efforts to set high standards for development and the work of a solid team of highly skilled people with long term experience. The present product range is diversified with applications in all segments of the market. Production & services are sub-divided over 4 divisions, in 3 separate plants, covering a total of more than 5000 m2 production space, equipped with state of the art tools and machinery, under continued surveillance of a quality management system. The company is ISO 9001:2008 certified by TÜV Germany, since 2010. Scherpen Hoek 70 2850 Boom t +32 3 844 65 86 f +32 3 844 29 56 [email protected] www.sky-man.com Rob VAN GESTEL Manager International Sales Sky Man products are designed and manufactured in compliance with governing international standards: Europe: The Machine Directive 2006/42/EC, following EN 1808 + A1 (June 2010) – Safety requirements on Suspended Access Equipment – Design calculations, stability criteria, construction – tests. Sky Man standard equipment is CE type approved. North America: UL 1323 (Scaffold Hoist) – CAN/ CSA Z 271 (Safety code for suspended elevating platforms) compliant with OSHA regulations and US standards for powered suspended platforms. Sky Man standard equipment is UL listed. Sky Man ‘men riding’ hoists and standard products are further approved in all other major countries. Sky Man International division is represented worldwide in over 30 countries, through an active distributor network. A strategic alliance has been established in North America since 2006 with the Pro-Bel Group of companies, for permanent installations (BMU/PI’s). A business partnership was formed in Europe with Draka - Prysmian Group, in 2010, for further development, marketing and sales of service cages in the wind industry. In 2010, Sky Man USA, LLC was founded as a subsidiary of Sky Man International NV to directly support the North America markets for standard products. Belgian Economic Mission 159 SOLVAY As an international chemical group, SOLVAY assists industry in finding and implementing ever more responsible and value-creating solutions. The Group is firmly committed to sustainable development and focused on innovation and operational excellence. Solvay serves diversified markets, generating 90% of its turnover in activities where it is one of the top three worldwide. The group employs about 29,000 people in 55 countries and generated 12.4 billion euros in net sales in 2012. Solvay SA (SOLB.BE) is listed on Nyse Euronext in Brussels and Paris. Our strategy is to focus our activities on those markets to which we bring value, by developing for our customers innovative and competitive solutions that are tailored to the present and future demands of their final consumers. Alexis BROUHNS Senior Executive Vice President, Region Europe & Corporate Government & Public Affairs Prakash RAMAN Country Manager India, Solvay Specialty Polymers Solvay in the world's Top 100 most innovative companies: Innovation focused on sustainable development. Solvay appears in the “Top 100 Global Innovators 2012” ranking by Thomson Reuters, which singles out the world's most innovative companies, primarily on the criteria of the volume and significance of their patents. With a well-balanced geographic presence and solid positions in growth regions, Solvay is accelerating its geographic expansion through production capacity increases and targeted acquisitions. In 2012, Solvay significantly expanded its production capacity in Asia, by increasing capacity in India and consolidating its industrial presence in China and Thailand. The opening of a new Research & Innovation center in India makes Asia home to the group's second research cluster. Asia represents 28% of net sales, 6000 employees, 26 industrial sites, 3 R&I centers. 50%of growth investments are being made in the world’s strongest-growing countries (Russia, China, India, Korea, Thailand, Middle East, etc.). Arnaud JACQUET Senior Vice-President, Government & Public Affairs Manager Asia Pacific Rue de Ransbeek 310 1120 Brussels t +32 2 264 21 11 [email protected] [email protected] www.solvay.com 160 india STEIGENBERGER GRANDHOTEL BRUSSELS Brussels is a distinctive destination, heart of Europe, rich in culture and diversity which offers a truly unforgettable experience to everyone. The Steigenberger Grandhotel, strategically located a stone's throw from the most fashionable shopping district Avenue Louise and the historical centre, is the new definition of luxury. Built in 1993, the hotel has preserved its magnificent 19th century façade, giving it a unique charm. Unwind and enjoy our restaurant Café Wiltcher’s which embodies an unparalleled range of international and local specialties to match every mood and palate. Caress the dream of stylish and tempting cocktails while appreciating the relaxed but glamourous atmosphere of the Loui Lounge & Bar. Avenue Louise 71 Blanche van BERCKEL 1050 Brussels General Manager t +32 2 542 42 42 f +32 2 542 43 00 [email protected] www.brussels.steigenberger.be Our hotel provides 1100 sqm of function space with the largest ballroom in the city without columns and the capacity to host up to 600 people for a seated event. Additionally, there are 10 meeting rooms for smaller events, all benefiting from natural daylight. Embrace majesty, intimicy and elegance of the Grandhotel through a magic touch of Excellence… Belgian Economic Mission 161 STUDIEBUREAU TALBOOM Talboom is an engineering company located in Belgium and specialized in the more challenging projects for the pharmaceutical and industrial sector. Projects are carried out from conceptual design to full implementation and follow-up. Talboom employs 135 experienced engineers for these tasks, making it the largest independent engineering firm in Belgium. To accomplish this we’ve formed partnerships with universities, specialised geo-engineering companies and governmental research institutes. Talboom has achieved a collaboration agreement with the national oil company in India (ONGC) for the feasibility and construction of a pilot geothermal power plant. As an innovative company we are always looking for new opportunities and markets, more specifically alternative methods of energy production such as heat recuperation and geothermal power plants. Jan Filip TALBOOM CEO Jan Louis TALBOOM Chairman of the Board Diederik VAN DER LINDEN Renewable Energy Director Maarten DE CLEENE Geologist A. Meersmansdreef 1 2870 Puurs t +32 3 889 12 12 f +32 3 889 64 68 [email protected] www.talboom.be 162 india STUDIOTECH STUDIOTECH's main business is engineering, distribution/sales, installation and after-sales servicing of broadcast and professional audio/video equipment. The company also designs and installs turnkey projects such as recording/mixing studios, editing suites, mobile OB units and, on request, provides fully tested, serviced and guaranteed used equipment. The company's good name is based on first class service and customer satisfaction. The staff is held in high regard for their product knowledge, quality standards, attention to detail and customer care. Houtweg 7 1130 Brussels t +32 2 266 13 80 f +32 2 266 13 88 [email protected] www.studiotech.be RH Beno ISRAEL Operation Advisor In a relatively short time, Studiotech in Belgium, Hungary and Poland have become recognized as leading players in the field of audiovisual engineering across Europe. It is confidently predicted that the same will happen in North Africa with the relatively recent opening of a branch in Algeria and Morocco. The founders and key members of staff have extensive professional experience which they continue to develop in step with leading-edge technology. Belgian Economic Mission 163 TCI RESEARCH TCI Research is a Brussels based leading independent research agency specializing in tourism destinations’ competitiveness evaluation. It carries out the UNWTO Innovation Award Winning TRAVELSAT Index, a reference global benchmarking survey benchmarking countries, regions and cities’ competitiveness based on visitors’ experience. TCI Research helps public and private tourism decision makers increase efficiency of their policy, management and marketing by providing global and comparable demand data combining structured surveys and big data anlaysis. TCI Research is member of UNWTO and Pacific Asia Travel Association. Olivier HENRY-BIABAUD Director General Rue Mareyde 18 1150 Brussels t +32 476 76 11 25 [email protected] www.tci-research.com 164 india TCR-GIVI INDIA A: Have a quick Start-Up in our Belgian Incubation Centre Your Indian Manager (on our payroll) can have a quick start up of your business activities in our office. (We provide individual office space (European Style), meeting rooms, common kitchen, reception, recruitment of your Indian Manager based on your job description and a range of services on demand) Our locations are in Pune (close to Mumbai) and Cochin (in Kerala) B: Indian IT Specialist and Engineers Recruiting for your payroll in Belgium Body Shopping: Indian IT-Specialist and Engineers to join your team Kumar Kruti A2: 301/304/307, Kalyani Nagar 411014 Pune, Maharashtra t +91 20 27046048 [email protected] www.tcr-givi.in Bart VANOVERBEKE Managing Director Sarishti JAIN Assistant Manager Operations C: Placement of Indian Students or Trainees for your research centre or Company General Remarks We have a welcome centre in Belgium for your Indian “Employees” and we are present in Mumbai during the Economic Mission to India presided by HRH Princess Astrid on November 26-28, 2013. Belgian Economic Mission 165 TECHNOLOGY ECO² DEVELOPMENT TEED - sustainable development and competitiveness The current economical environment forces companies to evolve in a world made of contradictory constraints. Neglected during decades, pollution is now a priority. However, ecology is still too often regarded as a barrier to technological innovation and creation of value. Approached for a long time with disdain, health and safety of workers are today at the centre of the life of any company. However, this respect for our earth and its inhabitants is still perceived by some as an abandonment of competitiveness towards the competition of countries with low-cost labour. Françoise VAN DEN BEMPT Member of the Board By running the fuller project, TEED wants to give itself the means of accompanying sustainable development in the sector by offering a clean and profit-generative process that respects their know-how. Together with the tanners, the key actors of the sector, we can improve competitiveness, while operating a sustainable way of producing and improving the working conditions in the tanneries. Avenue Louise 194/24 1050 Brussels t +32 486 18 84 52 [email protected] www.teedeurope.com 166 india TUC RAIL SA (BELGIAN RAIL ENGINEERING) TUC RAIL is a multidisciplinary railway engineering company able to deliver all project management and engineering services for the design and implementation of large railway infrastructure projects. As a subsidiary of the Belgian railways of more than 1000 people, TUC RAIL has dedicated expertise in all railway related fields (track, overhead catenary lines, power supply, signalling, telecommunications, complex civil engineering structures, RAMS & interoperability…). TUC RAIL is a flexible engineering company that can provide services at different levels and stages throughout the entire project life cycle: from prefeasibility stud- Avenue Fonsny 39 1060 Brussels t +32 2 432 78 11 f +32 2 432 78 10 [email protected] [email protected] www.tucrail.be Dirk DEMUYNCK Chief Executive Officer Naima ATORI Head of Unit International Business ies, detailed design, procurement, works supervision,.. up to testing and validation of new and/or modernized railway infrastructures as well as consultancy to railway infrastructure managers, specific railway engineering studies for contractors and/or other (local) engineering companies… The last couple of years, TUC RAIL is successfully expanding its businesses worldwide and is nowadays active in Belgium, France, Saudi Arabia, India… TUC RAIL is really interested in the recent developments on the Indian market and is ready to assist in the realization of these most promising projects such as trach doubling, electrification, high-speed lines, dedicated fright corridors, etc. Belgian Economic Mission 167 UCB UCB, Brussels, Belgium (www.ucb.com) is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative medicines and solutions to transform the lives of people living with severe diseases of the immune system or of the central nervous system. With 9000 people in approximately 40 countries, the company generated revenue of EUR 3.4 billion in 2012. UCB is listed on Euronext Brussels (symbol: UCB). Didier MALHERBE Vice President, UCB & General Manager, UCB Belgium Allée de la recherche 60 1070 Brussels t +32 2 559 95 06 f+32 2 559 97 71 [email protected] www.ucb.com 168 india UCO In August 2006, UCO nv signed a joint-venture with Raymond Ltd. (India) and established Raymond Uco Denim Private Ltd. (India). Philippe Vlerick is Chairman of the JV. Raymond Uco Denim Private Ltd. (RUDPL) has emerged as global denim producer with manufacturing in Romania (Giurgiu) and India (Yavatmal). With a capacity of 55 mio meters and employing 2200 people, it ranks among the world’s top 5 denim producers. RUDPL also runs a state-of-the-art jeans manufacturing facility in Bangalore (India) by the name of Everblue Apparel Ltd. This facility is capable of producing 3 mio Doorniksewijk 49 8500 Kortrijk t +32 56 23 01 80 f +32 56 25 76 30 [email protected] www.uco.be Baron Philippe VLERICK Chairman - CEO pairs of high-end jeans per annum, employing 2500 people and serving premium bands all over the world. Philippe Vlerick is also Chairman of Indus Kamdhenu Fund, an India dedicated Private Equity fund that specializes in providing growth capital to medium sized companies both in the listed & unlisted space, to enable them consolidate their position and transition into a larger scale. The focus themes are Consumption, Infrastructure, Engineering & Capital Goods and Financial Services. Typically, the Fund assumes a significant minority stake with appropriate covenants relating to governance, representation, etc. as are customary in such transactions. To date, the Fund has invested in five companies across a diverse set of industries. Belgian Economic Mission 169 VANDEPUTTE HUILERIE & OLEOCHEMICALS Family company founded in 1887, VANDEPUTTE is ideally located in Belgium with immediate access to world’s major ports. Applications of the products are: resins, paints & varnishes, printing inks, wood treatment products, adhesives, mastics & sealants, lubricants & various other coatings. The company operates with 2 divisions: Speaking about technical properties and market positioning, Vandeputte R&D and Sales team help customers to find the right answers to their needs. Oil Factory: among world’s top 3 LINSEED OIL manufacturing facility for First Pressure, Crude & Refined Linseed Oil Oleochemicals Factory: VEGETABLE OILS DERIVATIVES based on linseed, castor, soyabean, tung, safflower, rape oils…): standoils, blown & boiled oils, dehydrated castor oil, malenised oils… Our company, driven by constant Research and Development efforts focused on product Sustainability, offers a wide range of solutions for its customer applications. The company guarantees first-class quality and services certified by ISO 9001 and Good Manufacturing Practices Certificates. Vandeputte and its team is looking forward to collaborating with you in the near future! Henry-François VANDEPUTTE Purchasing Manager oils and derivates Christophe VANDERVEKEN Sales manager Boulevard Industriel 120 7700 Mouscron t +32 56 48 19 31 f +32 56 48 19 49 [email protected] www.vandeputte.com 170 india VELDEMAN STRUCTURE SOLUTIONS Veldeman Structure Solutions designs and manufactures aluminum and steel framed fabric structures. Fabric structures are the perfect solution when your application has a temporary or semi-permanent nature, although our semi-permanent structures can be designed for permanent use and perfectly adapt to your changing business environment: they can both be extended or relocated. The combination of the modular design and the use of fabric results in a unique frame that is more weight efficient compared to traditional structures or buildings. Our solutions require less heavy installation equipment, less transport and are easier/quicker to erect. Industrieterrein 1220 3960 Bree t +32 89 47 31 31 f +32 89 47 37 77 [email protected] www.veldemangroup.com Andy MOORS CEO Rolf VAN MOER Business Unit Manager Projects Through the versatility of our product range, our structures are used in various markets such as aviation, sports, events, retail, storage, environment, defense. Veldeman Structure Solutions is based in Bree, Belgium and has over 40 years of experience in more than 40 countries worldwide. The company has a high-tech development department, a dedicated project business unit and a in-house fabric and metal department. Naval KISHOR PRASAD Business Development Manager Belgian Economic Mission 171 VITAL 1926 VITAL 1926 NV has been a manufacturer of top quality Nougat Candy for three family generations (Est. 1926). Under our brand name “Vital” we supply our many loyal customers worldwide with consumer items, either pre-packed, in bulk or under private label. We export directly to 40 destinations in Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Asia. We are looking for one or more reliable importers/distributors in India, especially in the following retail market segments: Supermarkets and Department Stores The food service industry: Restaurants & Catering Airlines, Hotels, Our products have a shelf life of 18 months and they are gluten-, gelatin-, milk- and peanut-free. Besides our consumer range, we also produce Granulated Nougat and Nougat Cream for the Chocolate, Ice Cream, Biscuit and Dairy Industries. Specialty retail stores for Imported & Local Luxury Food Matthias HAECK Managing Director Vaart Links 61 9850 Nevele t +32 9 371 63 13 f +32 9 371 84 28 [email protected] www.vital.be 172 india WATERLEAU Waterleau offers a complete portfolio of water, air and waste treatment technologies and solutions for the production of green energy. Waterleau has constructed municipal wastewater treatment plants in Europe, Africa, China and the Middle East. In India, Waterleau has built the wastewater treatment plant of the world's largest oil refinery. WATERLEAU designs and builds Waste-toEnergy (WTE) plants turning all sorts of solid waste into green energy. In China, cities like Shanghai or Haian recover more than 20 MWe from their inhabitant’s household waste. Radioweg 18 3020 Herent t +32 16 65 06 57 f +32 16 65 06 63 [email protected] www.waterleau.com Luc VRIENS CEO Other WTE plants treat industrial and even clinical waste. WATERLEAU is also a reference in the production of energy from wastewater, sludge and biomass. It counts + 400 references in anaerobic wastewater producing more than 1,8 million Nm³ of biogas per day, allowing industries to reduce their water, energy and carbon footprint. Waterleau’s Anaerobic Digestion technology offers state-of-the-art solutions for converting biomass into new energy: sludge, manure, kitchen and restaurant waste, but also the organic fraction of municipal waste can be used as a valuable energy source. Waterleau’s office in India is located in Mumbai. Belgian Economic Mission 173 WAUTERS TANKTRANSPORT Wauters Tanktransport NV (WTT) is a family owned company, created in 1943 and specialized in the transport of bulk liquid chemicals. We are active in the biggest petrochemicals loading sites throughout the Benelux, Germany and France from which we supply the whole of Europe with a fleet of more than 400 Tankcontainers and 120 Tanktrailers. Road and intermodal (via sea or rail) transportation are our core activities. The Middle and Far East are a major growth market for WTT in line with shift of the chemical industry. WTT provides the logistic services from and to these countries via specialized partners. (In India: partnership with Fourcee Infrastructure Ltd). Benoit DEMEURE Director Finance & Administration Our mission is to meet our clients' expectations to the best of our abilities in a rapidly changing environment. The strengths and lines of force of WTT are: Family owned company, Accessible management team, High accent on Safety Security Health Environmental & Quality management, Focus on partnerships and controlled transport outsourcing. WTT operates with 3 offices (Hamme-Belgium, Barcelona-Spain, Milano-Italy) and employs, directly and indirectly, more than 150 people. Industriepark Zwaarveld 35 9220 Hamme t +32 52 49 99 99 f +32 52 47 88 72 [email protected] www.wauterstt.be 174 india ZENTECH The company ZenTech is a SME, located in Belgium, Liege Science Park specializing in the research, development, production and marketing of diagnostic kits for clinical biology. The product line is important (more than 60 different parameters) and is dedicated to the diagnosis of diseases that occur in the early stages of life, from pregnancy to adolescence (fetus, newborn, toddlerage). ZenTech develops, produces and sells IVD kits for use in prenatal areas, pediatric and neonatal. The ZenTech specialization is enhanced by an expertise in the automation of medical diagnostic laboratory processes. ZenTech has developed and adapted a number of platforms to automate the use of its kits, according to tests conducted by each laboratory. Currently, the Liège Science Park Avenue du Pré Aily 10 4031 Angleur t +32 4 361 42 32 f +32 4 367 00 63 [email protected] www.zentech.be Alain BOSSELOIR Chief Operating Officer R&D department has just completed the development of new assays: Biotinidase Deficiency and Cystic Fibrosis screening assays. The high-quality products of ZenTech are sold either directly or through distributors and OEM agreements. This network enables the company to be present in many countries. Belgian Economic Mission 175 176 india Public Sector 178 india EMBASSY OF BELGIUM IN NEW DELHI 50-N Shantipath, Chanakyapuri 110021 New Delhi T +91 11 4242 8000 F +91 11 4242 8002 [email protected] www.diplomatie.be/newdelhi Pierre VAESEN Ambassador Belgian Economic Mission 179 CONSULATE GENERAL OF BELGIUM IN MUMBAI TCG Financial Centre, 7th floor, C-53, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E) 400051 Mumbai T +91 22 26 52 10 16 [email protected] http://diplomatie.belgium.be/india/ Karl VAN den BOSSCHE Consul General in Mumbai 180 india BELGIAN FOREIGN TRADE AGENCY The Belgian Foreign Trade Agency is a public body with legal status. It was set up through the Cooperation Agreement concluded between the Belgian federal government and the three Belgian regional governments in 2002. The Agency is run by a Board of Directors. Its Honorary President is His Majesty the King. The Agency’s main tasks are to: Collect, organise and circulate information, studies and documentation on external markets on behalf of the regional export promotion organisations. The regional export organisations (AWEX, Brussels Invest & Export and FIT) remain the primary contact points for Belgian companies. Provide documentation on foreign markets; Organise joint economic missions; Rue Montoyer 3 1000 Brussels T +32 2 206 35 11 F +32 2 203 18 12 [email protected] www.abh-ace.be www.belgianeconomicmission.be Fabienne L’HOOST Deputy Director General Céline VANDERMEERSCH Economic Mission Coordinator Julie DERWA Attaché - Economic Misson Belgian Economic Mission 181 BELGIAN SCIENCE POLICY OFFICE – BELSPO The Belgian Science Policy Office (BELSPO) is the Belgian federal administration in charge of science policy, under the authority of the Secretary of State responsible for science policy. It prepares and implements programmes and actions in the framework of co-operation agreements with the regions or communities, or in the European or international context. BELSPO has an annual budget of, approximately, € 550 million and 2,800 staff members. Its mission is to prepare, execute and evaluate science policy and its extension. BELSPO’s activities are structured in four main lines that contribute to the construction of the European Research Area: 2. Performing scientific research in various fields (space, climate, biodiversity, art history, ethnology, geology, archival and library science) through its ten federal scientific institutions; 3. Coordination of research activities at federal, interfederal and international level; 4. Management of an exceptional scientific and cultural heritage (estimated value € 6.5 billion). 1. F unding of research carried out in universities, research centres and federal scientific institutions; Margarida FREIRE C. Head of department Brigitte DECADT Senior Advisor Avenue Louise, 231 1050 Brussels T +32 2 238 34 11 F +32 2 230 59 12 [email protected] www.beslpo.be 182 india BRUSSELS INVEST & EXPORT MINISTRY OF THE BRUSSELS-CAPITAL REGION Brussels Invest & Export is the foreign trade and investment agency of the Brussels-Capital Region. It aims to promote the internationalisation of the Brussels economy. Concrete initiatives in Brussels and abroad include trade missions, contact days, invitations of decision makers and collective stands at international trade fairs. Brussels is not only the Belgian and European capital, home of NATO and EU headquarters, but it is also a large business centre at the heart of the European market. Brussels’ exporters are listed in a database, www.brussels-exporters.be, which can be accessed by all foreign companies searching for partners. Brussels Invest & Export assists Brussels’ companies operating in foreign markets. Almost ninety economic and trade commissioners across all continents provide free guidance to SMEs, target potential local prospects and partners, organise matchmaking events... Another mission of Brussels Invest & Export is to attract foreign companies to Brussels and to provide them with support, should they decide to locate their business in the Region. To enable investors to assess the benefits of establishing in the capital, Brussels Invest & Export offers them a “Welcome Package” which includes equipped office space at no cost for a three-month period. Avenue Louise 500/4 1050 Brussels T +32 2 800 40 00 F +32 2 800 40 01 [email protected] www.brusselsinvestexport.be Jacques EVRARD Managing Director Mustafeen NAYANI Project Manager Martine VRIELYNCK Project Assistant FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE (FPS) ECONOMY, SMEs, SELF-EMPLOYED & ENERGY Belgian Economic Mission 183 To coordinate and manage the activities of the following units: Trade policy (market access, non-tariff barriers, rules of origin, trade defence instruments, economic customs regimes, preferential regimes an analyses… Service for Foreign Investments Licences, including trade in diamonds, Kimberley Process International events Cell for Looted Art during the Second World War in Belgium Jean-Marc DELPORTE Chairman of the Board of General Directors Valère VANGEEL General Counsellor Rue du Progrès 50 1210 Brussels T +32 2 277 51 11 F +32 2 277 50 21 [email protected] www.economie.fgov.be 184 india FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE (FPS) FINANCE Fiscal Department for Foreign Investments Within the Federal Public Service FINANCE, the Fiscal Department for Foreign Investments assists foreign investors and investors already established in Belgium on tax matters. This team of experts was established in 1997 and is placed under the direct authority of the Chairman of the Management Committee. This public service works free of charge and on a flexible, non-bureaucratic and investor oriented basis. The Department handles the projects disclosed to her in a strictly confidential way. The officials remain subjected to a strict obligation of professional secrecy. Parliament Corner Rue de la Loi 24 1000 Brussels T +32 2 579 38 66 F +32 2 579 51 12 [email protected] www.finances.belgium.be Albert WOLFS Head of the Fiscal Department for Foreign Investments “Invest in Belgium, increase your profit”, with that mission statement we would like to keep promoting Belgium with foreign investors. We inform them of the attractive tax regimes Belgium has to offer with regard to foreign investments and assist them in their contact with Belgian tax administrations. The ultimate objective is creating jobs and economic expansion in Belgium. FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE (FPS) FOREIGN AFFAIRS, FOREIGN TRADE & DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION The Federal Public Service (FPS) Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation manages Belgium’s foreign relations. Belgium’s Foreign Affairs network is comprised of 140 embassies, consulates and representations throughout the world. Belgian Economic Mission 185 Combating global poverty by coordinating a highlevel of cooperation. As an organisation with solid and long-standing experience in foreign relations, the FPS channels its expertise into actions geared towards the following objectives: Defending Belgian interests abroad. Promoting a stable, fair, and thriving world community based on solidarity. Jehanne ROCCAS Director Asia-Oceania Department Hendrik VAN DE VELDE Spokesperson Christian DOOMS Counsellor South Asia and Afghanistan desk Annemie LELIE First Secretary, Economic Issues Department EGMONT I Rue des Petits Carmes 15 1000 Brussels T +32 2 501 80 60 F +32 2 511 66 28 [email protected] www.diplomatie.belgium.be 186 india FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE (FPS) FOREIGN AFFAIRS – OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS The office of Didier REYNDERS, Deputy Prime Minister of Belgium and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and European Affairs develops foreign policy and strategy to defend the Belgian interests abroad. After twelve years as Finance Minister, representing Belgium at Ecofin and Eurogroup’s meetings, Minister Didier Reynders is particularly attentive to the Eurozone situation and the European policy. Minister Didier REYNDERS attaches particular importance to economic relation within the Belgian foreign policy framework, thereby serving the regional entities and the Belgian Economic actors. EGMONT I Rue des Petits Carmes 15 1000 Brussels T +32 2 501 82 11 [email protected] www.diplomatie.belgium.be Olivier HENIN Chief of Staff of the Deputy Prime Minister Patrick HERMAN Head of Bilateral Relations, Trade and Economic Diplomacy Unit Laurent BURTON Head of Communication John HENDRICKX Spokesman FEDERATION WALLONIA-BRUSSELS – WALLONIA-BRUSSELS CAMPUS Wallonia-Brussels Campus (WBCampus) is the agency in charge of the promotion of higher education of Frenchspeaking Belgium abroad. A public agency, operating under the oversight of Wallonia-Brussels International (WBI) and the Ministry of the Federation Wallonia-Brussels, Wallonia-Brussels Campus is committed to promote French-speaking Belgium’s higher education programs throughout the world. Working in close collaboration with higher education institutions, Wallonia-Brussels Campus is offering international students all the information they need in order to prepare for a period of study in French-speaking Bel- Cécile LIEGEOIS Manager Belgian Economic Mission 187 gium, from the choice of courses to the practical aspects of their stay. The Agency maintains the www.studyinbelgium.be website and issues multilingual publications. These publications provide extensive information about our higher education system and help students plan their stay in French-speaking Belgium. In cooperation with higher education institutions and supervising administrations, WBCampus plans and participates in a wide range of international events (higher education fairs, thematic visits, institutional meetings). Place Sainctelette 2 1080 Brussels T +32 2 421 82 84 F +32 2 421 84 81 [email protected] www.studyinbelgium.be 188 india FLANDERS INVESTMENT & TRADE (FIT) – GOVERNMENT OF FLANDERS The Flanders Investment & Trade agency promotes sustainable international business, in the interest of both Flanders-based companies and overseas enterprises. Whatever sector you are involved in, Flanders Investment & Trade will help you establish contact with the Flemish companies you are looking for. The agency identifies, informs, advises and supports overseas enterprises by establishing production and research facilities, contact centres, headquarters, logistics operations and the like in Flanders, the northern region of Belgium. Do visit our website and discover our worldwide network. This includes not only products or services you may be sourcing, but also various types of business relationships, from joint ventures to technology transfers. At another level Flanders Investment & Trade enhances Flanders’ position as the gateway to Europe for inward investors. Gaucheretstraat 90 1030 Brussels T +32 2 504 87 11 F +32 2 504 88 99 [email protected] www.flandersinvestmentandtrade. com Claire TILLEKAERTS CEO John VERZEELE Director Inward Investment Sabine VINCKE Area Manager South Asia, Southeast Asia, Oceania Filippe DE POTTER Deputy Director Inward Investment Tijl VANPRAET Assistant Area Manager GOVERNMENT OF THE BRUSSELS-CAPITAL REGION Cabinet of Minister Céline Fremault Economy - Employment - Research - Commerce - Trade - Foreign Trade Brussels, capital of Belgium, is an international city like no other. As the decision-making heart of Europe, it has become an international capital, where global opinion leaders meet to influence and do business, yet it remains small enough to allow its inhabitants to enjoy all the advantages of a human-size city. Life sciences: Belgium has a strong tradition in the life sciences, including biotechnology and pharmaceutical activities, and close cooperation between universities and industry is a unique strength of the Brussels-Capital Region. The Brussels-Capital Region accounts for approximately 20% of Belgium’s GDP. At least 85% of the Region’s economy consists of service activities. Aside from being a top business location in general, the Brussels-Capital Region is home to thriving life sciences and “information and communication technology” (ICT) sectors. Belgian Economic Mission 189 I nformation and communication technology (ICT): the ICT sector in Brussels is extremely dynamic, and the software and multimedia sub-sectors are currently experiencing high growth. Access to top-level human capital and substantial public support make Brussels a very attractive location for ICT businesses. International organizations: due to its central geographical location and unique status as the capital of Europe, Brussels is one of the world’s largest centers for international organizations, NGOs, industry associations, interest groups and diplomatic missions. Laurent HACKEN Deputy Chief of Staff Stéphanie VRIELYNCK Advisor For foreign investors, Brussels is the place to be to run a business with a European focus at a reasonable cost. Rue Capitaine Crespelstraat 35 1050 Brussels T +32 2 508 79 11 [email protected] www.fremault.irisnet.be 190 india GOVERNMENT OF FLANDERS Cabinet of the Minister-President of the Government of Flanders Flemish Minister for Economy, Foreign Policy, Agriculture and Rural Policy Flanders is the autonomous northern region of Belgium with Brussels as its capital. It is the gateway to Europe. ment of Flanders wants to assume by 2020 a leading position among the best performing European regions. For many centuries, Flanders has been at the crossroads of European development, with scientists, painters, entrepreneurs and politicians shaping the future of our continent, combining revolutionary techniques with state-of-the-art talent and knowhow. Enhancing the international interaction with emerging as well as mature markets is one of the cornerstones of this ‘Flanders in Action’ plan. Today, in the same spirit of combining innovative knowhow with natural talent and craftsmanship, we continue to shape our region within a modern and dynamic Europe. With the ambitious ‘Flanders in Action’ plan, the govern- Martelaarsplein 19 1000 Brussels T +32 2 552 60 00 F +32 2 552 60 01 [email protected] www.krispeeters.be Luc DE SERANNO Spokesman for the MinisterPresident Willem VUYLSTEKE Counsellor Foreign Affairs Via its elaborated network abroad of investment and trade promotion offices, and in strong cooperation with the federal Belgian authorities, the government of Flanders seeks and showcases business opportunities in a great variety of sectors. GOVERNMENT OF WALLONIA AND GOVERNMENT OF THE WALLONIA-BRUSSELS FEDERATION Belgian Economic Mission 191 Cabinet of the Minister of Economy and Vice-President of the Walloon Government The Minister of Economy and Vice-President of the Walloon Government, Jean-Claude Marcourt, and his cabinet are charged with overseeing the economic and social development of Wallonia. To the five clusters of competitiveness created under the Marshall Plan, with the goal of creating a solid economic and industrial environment (Transport and Logistics, Healthcare, Mechanical Engineering, Agro-Industry, Aeronautics and Space Industry), has been added a sixth one dedicated to the green economy. belief, special attention will be paid to SME’s and new technologies, which are also competencies of Minister Marcourt. Located in the center of Europe, at the converging point of major roads, rivers, railways and air routes, Wallonia benefits from a high quality labor force and ample free spaces for the expansion of new economic activities; all advantages that Minister Marcourt, his team - in close collaboration with the Wallonia Foreign Trade and Investment Agency (AWEX) - will assert when promoting the benefits of Foreign Trade to the Region. Sustainable development is ripe with real opportunities for Wallonia to enhance its economy. In light of this Gaël LAMBINON Spokesman Diane MIEVIS Counsellor Rue Kefer 2 5100 Namur T +32 81 23 41 07 F +32 81 23 41 76 [email protected] www.jcmarcourt.be 192 india SPOW – SCIENCE PARKS OF WALLONIA SPoW is the network of the six science and technology parks (STPs) located in Wallonia, the southern part of Belgium. These parks are home to more than 600 high-tech companies. Spread over 700 ha, the STPs make greenfields, labs and incubators available to Belgian or foreign-based companies. They offer a wide range of services capitalizing on the potential for scientific or technological collaborations with universities and research centers thus allowing the optimal development of innovative companies. Créalys Atrium Rue Camille Hubert 2 5032 Gembloux T +32 71 91 98 72 [email protected] www.spow.be Dominique DEMONTE Vice-President Laurence SLANGEN Commercial Manager Through SPoW, the six science parks of Wallonia work closely together to promote their “know-how” in the hosting of high-tech companies. They support the process of innovation and the economic development of Wallonia. Belgian Economic Mission 193 VISIT FLANDERS Visit Flanders is an internal independent Agency of the Flemish Government. It is a knowledge and strategy driven marketing organization that invests in the sustainable development and promotion of Flanders and Brussels as a top tourist destination. Internationally we are active on 13 different markets around the world. The head office is based in Brussels and is supported by a network of 10 offices and 2 representations abroad. In India, Visit Flanders is represented by Mileage Communications Inc., working from offices in New Delhi and Mumbai. Peter DE WILDE General Administrator Gorik KAYAERT Manager Future Markets Grasmarkt 61 1000 Brussels T +32 2 504 03 00 [email protected] www.visitflanders.com 194 india WALLONIA FOREIGN TRADE AND INVESTMENT AGENCY (AWEX) - WALLONIA REGION The Wallonia Foreign Trade and Investment Agency (AWEX) is the Wallonia Region of Belgium’s governmental agency charged with promoting foreign trade and attracting foreign investment. The agency has a worldwide network of 107 economic and trade representatives. AWEX has been certified ISO 9001 since April 2002. As a foreign trade agency, AWEX carries out a mission focused on promoting and informing the public of the many benefits of both Wallonia and its foreign business community. AWEX assists buyers, decision-makers, importers and foreign prospects by providing information on Wallonia’s export potential. As an export partner for Place Sainctelette 2 1080 Brussels T +32 2 421 82 11 F +32 2 421 87 87 [email protected] www.awex.be Philippe SUINEN CEO Michel KEMPENEERS Director Asia-Pacific Wallonia-based companies, AWEX offers a wide range of export-oriented services and activities (market surveys, organisation of trade missions, trade show pavilions, export incentives, etc.). As an investment promotion agency, AWEX has an overall responsibility for the attraction of foreign investments in Wallonia. This includes seeking out and providing information to potential foreign investors: search of real estate, information on the cash and R&D grants available in the Region, availability and cost of personnel, employment incentives and attractive fiscal measures. The Agency also offers a pro-active follow-up service to investors already established in Wallonia. Isabelle POLLET Project Manager Joachim GALAND Investment Advisor Belgian Economic Mission 195 WBI – WALLONIA BRUSSELS INTERNATIONAL Wallonie-Bruxelles International (WBI) is the public body in charge of international relations of Wallonia and the French Community of Belgium. The relations with foreign partners proceed on a bilateral (ability to sign treaties) or multilateral level (representation within international organizations such as the OECD, the Council of the EU, the Council of Europe and specialized organizations of the UNO (ILO, UNIDO, UNESCO, etc.). The main objective of the Research & Innovation Department of WBI is to actively build networks between research and innovation operators of Wallonia, Brussels and other countries and to promote partnerships in international research projects. By stimulating an open Philippe SUINEN CEO Hubert GOFFINET Project manager – Research & Innovation Department innovation approach in the field of international scientific and technological cooperation, the Department supports synergies in the internationalisation of academia, research institutes and businesses. The Research & Innovation Department is also coordinating the Research & Innovation Platform, which brings together all the research and innovation operators of Wallonia and Brussels. The Platform’s objective is to facilitate the further development, implementation and monitoring of the international dimension of the regional research policy by the sharing of information and consultation between all the partners. The aim is to identify common priorities which could lead to coordinated or joint initiatives towards third countries and within international networks. Place Sainctelette 2 1080 Bruxelles T +32 2 421 83 44 F +32 2 421 87 69 [email protected] www.wbi.be 196 india ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL REPRESENTATION IN NEW DELHI For further details concerning Belgian products, services and techniques, please get in touch with the: Economic and Commercial Representation for the Flemish Region Economic and Commercial Representation for the Walloon Region and the Brussels-Capital Region c/o Embassy of Belgium 50-N Shantipath, Chanakyapuri 110021 New Delhi T +91 11 4242 8100 F +91 11 4242 8110 [email protected] c/o Embassy of Belgium 50-N Shantipath, Chanakyapuri 110021 New Delhi T +91 11 4242 8200 F +91 11 4242 8210 [email protected] Jos DE CLERCQ Christophe VAN OVERSTRAETEN First Secretary Trade & Investments +91 99717 99933 Trade Commissioner +91 97112 01448 ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL REPRESENTATION IN MUMBAI For further details concerning Belgian products, services and techniques, please get in touch with the: Economic and Commercial Representation for the Flemish Region and the Brussels-Capital Region c/o Consulate General TCG Financial Centre, 7th floor, C-53, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E) 400051 Mumbai T +91 22 6671 0627/28 [email protected] Tom VERMEULEN Trade and Investment Commissioner +91 98212 17190 FIT-Mumbai @Tom_Bombay Economic and Commercial Representation for the Walloon Region Wallonia Economic Representation Consulate General of Belgium TCG Financial Centre, 7th floor, C-53, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E) 400051 Mumbai T +91 22 2650 1025 F +91 22 2652 4442 [email protected] www.wallonia-international.be Jean-Guy SCHATTENS Trade & Investment Commissioner +91 98196 75771 Belgian Economic Mission 197 198 india ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL REPRESENTATION IN CHENNAI For further details concerning Belgian products, services and techniques, please get in touch with the: Economic and Commercial Representation for the Brussels-Capital Region and the Walloon Region First Coast Bay 18 Sea Cliff Conclave, ECR, Akkarai, 600119 Chennai T +91 44 2453 0196 F +91 44 2453 0296 [email protected] [email protected] Kathlijn FRUITHOF Trade and Investment Attaché +91 76676 44044 ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL REPRESENTATION IN SOUTH INDIA and KARNATAKA For further details concerning Belgian products, services and techniques, please get in touch with the: Economic and Commercial Representation for the Flemish Region (in South India) Economic and Commercial Representation for the Walloon Region and the Brussels-Capital Region (in Karnataka State) Flanders Investment & Trade Office No. 102, 1st floor, Prestige Poseidon, 139 Residency Road 560 025 Bangalore T +91 80 2222 9921 F +91 80 2222 9920 [email protected] Jayant NADIGER Economic and Commercial Attaché +91 98450 40697 Belgian Economic Mission 199 200 india WWW.BELGIANECONOMICMISSION.BE Need to contact an organiser? Looking for the latest programme? Wondering who the participants are? Interested to learn more about Belgium or maybe looking for some pictures or a press release? A dedicated website has been created for finding anything you need to know about the Belgian Economic Mission to India, whether you are a participant, a journalist, a local partner or just interested to know what happens during this mission. A variety of documents and information are gathered in one place for your convenience. Moreover, if you are a participant or an organiser and would like to share information on the website, please contact Rose Donck for further assistance. Rose Donck Press Officer Webmaster and +32 476 94 29 67 [email protected] www.belgianeconomicmission.be CARLSON WAGONLIT TRAVEL – CWT MEETINGS & EVENTS Logistical organisation of the mission provided by: Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) is the Belgian and global leader in travel retailing and management. CWT is presentin all segments of the travel industry (business travel, leisure travel, meeting and incentives and wholesaling). Present in more than 150 countries, CWT is the global leader in travel management and serves companies of all sizes, as well as government institutions and nongovernmental organisations. By leveraging both the expertise of its people and leading-edge technology, Catherine BLANC Manager Sabrina GRUMIAUX Travel Counselor Belgian Economic Mission 201 CWT helps clients derive the greatest value from their travel programs in terms of savings, service and security, and provides best-in-class service and assistance to travellers. CWT is the first Belgian independent network of Travel Agencies and offers quality products as well as trusted partners. CWT Meetings & Events is one of the largest agencies specialising in the organisation of trade missions, meetings, incentives, congresses and events. Inge MEKKE Travel Counselor Boulevard de la Woluwe 46 1200 Brussels T +32 3 258 50 00 F +32 3 258 13 01 [email protected] www.carlsonwagonlit.be Hotels of the mission 204 india NEW DELHI Taj Palace Hotel 2, Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, 110 021, New Delhi T +91 11 2611 0202 www.tajhotels.com MUMBAI Taj Mahal Palace Hotel Apollo Bunder, opposite Gateway of India, 400 001, Mumbai T +91 22 6665 3366 www.tajhotels.com Belgian Economic Mission 205 206 india CHENNAI ITC Grand Chola Hotel 63, Mount Road, Guindy, 600032, Chennai T +91 44 2220 0000 www.itchotels.in/hotels/itcgrandchola.aspx Belgian Economic Mission 207 Economic profile of Belgium, the heart of Europe 210 india ECONOMIC PROFILE OF BELGIUM, THE HEART OF EUROPE Belgium is a federal Kingdom comprised of three Regions (the Flemish Region, the Walloon Region and the Brussels-Capital Region) and three Communities (the Flemish, the French and the German Communities). Belgium has an estimated population of 10.6 million inhabitants (2012) and is one of the most densely populated countries in Europe. Brussels is the ‘Capital of Europe’: it hosts the headquarters of the European Commission, the Council of Ministers and the European Parliament. Other major international organizations, such as NATO, are also located in Brussels. That is how Brussels ranks as the world’s number two city (after Washington, D.C.) in terms of the number of accredited journalists, and fourth in terms of the number of international meetings and seminars held. With a surface of 30,500 km2, Belgium is one of the smallest member states of the European Union. Nevertheless, it is a significant player in the world economy. GDP (Gross Domestic Product) reached €369.9 billion in 2011 and €376.3 billion in 2012. In line with the world evolution, Belgium’s growth rate was negative in 2009 (-2.7%). In 2010, the Belgian economy recovered and a growth rate of 2.4% was recorded. GDP kept rising in 2011, albeit at a slightly slower pace than the year before (+1.8%). Due to the financial and economic crisis, GDP growth was again negative in 2012 (-0.3%) and probably will remain so in 2013 (-0.4%) accord- ing to estimates of the Economist Intelligence Unit. Despite the recent downturn, Belgium is a high income country, with an estimated GDP per capita of US$ 45,429 in 2012 (Economist Intelligence Unit). In 2012, according to the World Trade Organization (WTO), Belgium was the 13th exporter and 13th importer of goods worldwide with a share of 2.4% and 2.3% respectively. That same year it was also the 15th exporter and 15th importer of services worldwide with a share of 2.2% in both cases. Since 2007, Belgium has been holding the top position of the annual KOF Index of Globalization, which measures the economic, social and political dimensions of globalization. Belgium also boasts an exceptional higher education and training system (number 4 in the world in 2012), with excellent math and science education, top-notch management schools and a strong propensity for on-the-job training. These elements contribute to an overall high capacity to innovate (11th in the world). Belgium’s goods market is characterized by high levels of competition and an environment that facilitates new business creation. Business operations are also distinguished by high levels of sophistication and professional management. Belgian Economic Mission 211 TRADE RELATIONS WITH INDIA Belgium is indeed your ideal partner because of its strategic location in the heart of Europe, its flourishing economy with stable growth and the unwavering confidence of consumers and investors. Belgian exports to India Belgian imports from India 2010 12 months € 6,784.4 million 2011 12 months € 7,991.8 million 2012 12 months € 7,941.4 million 2013 6 months € 4,252.3 million 2010 12 months € 3,680.5 million 2011 12 months € 5,363.6 million 2012 12 months € 4,226.0 million 2013 6 months € 2,267.3 million 212 india Belgian Economic Mission 213 214 india