A carbon-free industry as the foundation of our economy
The Clean Industrial Deal accelerates decarbonisation and boosts the role of the manufacturing industry as an economic driving force in Europe. In Flanders too, the government is promoting sustainability through greening scans and transition contracts such as Klimaatsprong (Climate Leap). This opens the door to strategic climate road maps, process electrification, flexible energy solutions, the storage and reuse of CO2, and the deployment of green molecules such as hydrogen, ammonia and methanol. But energy is only one aspect.
The circular economy is another pillar of industrial sustainability. By recycling valuable materials and critical raw materials, you achieve both environmental and economic benefits and reduce your dependence on commodity markets. Industrial symbiosis enables companies to exchange material flows and raw materials to be reused. In addition, circular solutions allow you to drastically optimise your water consumption.
Staying competitive thanks to high-performance processes
The shift to a green industry cannot be taken for granted. Rising energy prices, inflation, stricter sustainability reporting and complex administration increase the pressure on operational processes. That’s why we adopt a proactive approach in our collaboration with you. Examples include making your production more sustainable, increasing the efficiency of your logistics and operational processes, designing industrial buildings or reducing your energy and water consumption.
From the very beginning of your project, we provide strategic road maps and advice, and handle all engineering aspects, from feasibility studies to the design and detailed engineering. You can also rely on us for the execution through project management, procurement and construction management (EPCm). In short, we support you from A to Z, whether you are considering a revamp, expanding your existing plant or constructing a new plant.
Green molecules
Green molecules are indispensable in the transition to a sustainable energy economy. Our expertise covers the entire hydrogen value chain and derivatives such as green ammonia, green methanol and other Power-to-X solutions. We advise and support you in integrating and rolling out related new technologies.
Food industry
Due to the substantial increase in energy prices, energy efficiency is high on the agenda of food companies. You can rely on our industry and energy experts to use your energy more efficiently and optimise your water consumption, including its reuse in production processes. This contributes to a more sustainable food chain as well as cost savings.
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
We support ferrous and non-ferrous metal companies in deep decarbonisation and recycling critical raw and other materials in a circular economy. Recycling reduces waste, protects the environment and ensures resource security (IEA Recycling of Critical Minerals). Moreover, we have extensive experience in static, dynamic and kinematic calculations for designing machines and components, including engines, cylinders and bearings. We use FEA for out-of-spec equipment, which ensures reliability and quality.
A customised approach tailored to your industrial environment
You can expect safe, high-quality and cost-efficient projects, delivered on budget and on time. Whether it concerns a large or small-scale project, rest assured that we’ll take care of it. Thanks to our locally embedded and decentralised model, we offer flexible, customised solutions to fit the specific context of your company. We are always close by, with offices throughout Belgium.
Our projects
Every day, we deliver cutting-edge industrial projects that demonstrate how innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. From energy-efficient production lines to circular water and material flows and the integration of green molecules — every solution is tailored to the unique needs of the client and the sector. Our projects combine technological expertise with strategic insight, driving a future-proof industry.
Shaping the future of industry
At Sweco, we believe that industry plays a key role in the transition to a sustainable future. Want to work on projects that truly make a difference – from green chemistry to circular production and energy-efficient processes? Check out our vacancies and discover how you can contribute to impactful industrial solutions.
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