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Brussels’ Ambitious Plan for a Climate-Resilient Future

In Europe, 75% of the population lives in cities. Cities undeniably offer many benefits, but the characteristic urbanization also leads to increasing problems, from heat islands to waterlogging. Cities are therefore placing more emphasis on de-paving and greening, in order to improve livability and quality of life. Brussels also has ambitious plans for a climate-resilient future. In this extensive operation, Sweco provides its expertise in urban renewal from macro to micro level.  Read more

Roadshow R0-Noord geeft klare kijk op herinrichting Ring

Roadshow R0-North provides a clear view of the redevelopment of the Ring

The renovation of the Ring around Brussels is getting closer. Together with De Werkvennootschap, Sweco, within the MoVeR0 consortium, is working on a smoother, safer Ring and a more livable environment. In a first phase, the zone in Machelen, Zaventem, and Kraainem will be addressed. These plans have now been presented to the local residents. Read more

Participation is the key to a climate-neutral Leuven

As one of the 112 European mission cities, Leuven is striving for a climate-neutral status by 2030. To achieve this, it has developed a Climate Contract with 10 clear guidelines. What sets it apart is the engagement of various partners from the local Leuven ecosystem. Sweco has also signed the Climate Contract and is contributing its expertise to shape the ambitions. Read more

Genieten langs de Leie: recreatieve infrastructuur voor beleefpunten

Enjoying the Leie: recreational infrastructure for experience points

Along the Leie, from Deinze to Wervik, experience zones are being created to (re)discover the river and the region. This initiative is part of the upgrading of the Leie axis, a project by De Vlaamse Waterweg nv for Seine Schelde Vlaanderen. Sweco leads the study and co-creative process for the development of an experiential concept and a visual identity for recreational infrastructure. We design seven experience points, under the name ‘roothoeken’, in a network of thirteen experience zones. Read more

Vernieuwing beweegbare bruggen in stroomversnelling

Renewal of movable bridges in full swing

De Vlaamse Waterweg nv is rebuilding 17 movable bridges spread across the waterway network in Flanders over the coming years. This is part of the Flemish Asset Management Program 'OverBruggen' to renovate, renew, or modernize fixed and movable bridges at an accelerated pace. Sweco plays crucial roles within the ‘Beweegbare kunstwerken’ project team. IPV Delft is responsible for the architectural design. Read more

Nieuwe kaaimuur stimuleert watertransport over kanaal Bossuit-Kortrijk

New quay wall stimulates water transport over the Bossuit-Kortrijk canal

De Vlaamse Waterweg nv and the recycling company Devagro have officially inaugurated the renovated and extended quay wall along the Bossuit-Kortrijk canal in Harelbeke. Sweco was responsible for the inventory, preliminary and detailed design, and the environmental permit application, and assisted in the tendering and execution. Read more

Fête à Tournai : le quartier de la gare fait peau neuve

Celebration in Tournai: station district gets a new look

The urban renewal project in Tournai is officially inaugurated. This project is part of the multimodal platform 2.0 at the Tournai train station and is part of the SMARTournai project portfolio. This portfolio is funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and Wallonia. The project includes various urban developments, including the station square, Crombez park, and Rue Royale. Read more

Circulaire renovatie voor iconisch Design Museum Gent

Circular renovation for iconic Design Museum Ghent

The Design Museum Ghent is undergoing a large-scale renovation with a focus on circularity, energy sustainability, and innovation. The new wing, DING, connects the existing buildings and bridges the gap between the historical center, visitors, and the design world. Read more

Pioneering a more resilient industry with the design of a green hydrogen plant 

Norway is setting the stage for a sustainable transformation with the introduction of one of its first green hydrogen plants. This new venture, known as the Aquarius project, is expected to significantly lower CO2 emissions by an estimated 22,000 tons annually, marking a bold step in reducing the carbon footprint of industrial operations. Read more

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