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The water quality of the Ringbeek, between Wingene and Oostkamp, which flows into the Hertsbergebeek, is an example a watercourse that scores insufficiently. Nitrogen and phosphorus concentrations are too high, especially in summer. A solution to improve water quality partly lies in the installation of an iron sand and reed bed filter, also known as a helophyte filter. Read more
Located in the multicultural neighbourhood of Sint-Jans-Molenbeek, a district in Brussels with its own unique challenges, the Egied Van Broeckhoven school is a beautiful example of how new construction and renovation can go hand in hand. The school is housed in a former industrial building, which has been transformed into a modern, sustainable learning environment with respect for its heritage. This project supports the philosophy of Ignatiaanse Scholen in Beweging. Read more
The Bypass, the temporary highway next to the Ring of Antwerp, is entering a new construction phase. Contractor TM ROCO is currently placing the beams for the bridge deck. Sweco is overseeing the design and execution of this crucial project on behalf of Lantis. Read more
The Roelandsveld sports site in Dilbeek has undergone a successful transformation, ready to showcase both local and national athletics talent. The brand new athletics track was inaugurated by Flemish Minister of Sport, Ben Weyts. Sweco led the design, technical execution, and supervision of the works. Read more
Mutsaard is the new educational complex in Jette, where sustainability and innovation come together. Designed by LOW architecten and executed by Sweco, this energy-efficient facility includes a daycare, a primary school, a secondary school, and two sports halls, all set within a modern and inspiring environment. Read more
Immogra is developing a mixed-use building park in Diegem that combines comfort, sustainability, and well-being. Park 7 lives up to its promise as the healthiest office site in Belgium with the WELL certification. The Onyx Building became the first in Belgium to achieve the WELL Gold Final certification in December 2023. VK architects+engineers, part of Sweco, is assisting Immogra in obtaining this certification through an integrated approach to techniques, stability, fire safety engineering, acoustics, and sustainable design. Read more
De Vlaamse Waterweg nv has received approval for the construction of new access ramps to the cable-stayed bridge in Lanklaar (Dilsen-Stokkem). This upgrade will make the bridge more attractive for active road users, benefiting mobility and accessibility in the region. Read more
Discover how Sweco's masterplan is transforming the water resilience and flood management of Liège, while addressing the needs of its residents. Learn more about this innovative project around the Ourthe canal and its lasting impact on the community and the environment. Read more
Are innovative materials science fiction in the fashion world? Not at all. Fairbrics, a combination of "fabrics" and "fair," is a start-up that has developed a revolutionary technology to convert CO2 into molecules which are the building blocks of polyester fibers. A garment looks exactly like a regular T-shirt, but the fibers are literally spun from thin air. Read more
In the heart of the bustling Antwerp harbor, the Beverentunnel is undergoing a much-needed renovation. This ambitious pilot project sets a challenging deadline of just six months per tunnel tube, from start to completion and commissioning. Sweco is supporting AWV (the Flemish Agency for Roads and Traffic) with technical coordination of the detailed design and intensive site management. Read more