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The concept study for the Makersdistrict for the city of Bruges shows that an integrated approach is necessary when reimagining an industrial site. You need to bring together businesses, governments and local communities to make the new vision come to live and realistic to put into action. Read more
In Europe, yearly about 26 million tonnes of plastics is disposed as waste. To align with European and Flemish goals new recycling methods are required. For the plastics to chemicals project, our client Indaver, together with the universities of Ghent and Antwerp, developed an innovative process to convert end-of-life waste plastics back into raw materials for the chemical industry. Read more
Steel production is a vital industry, but it leaves an environmental footprint. Therefore it’s necessary to explore an innovative approach. Turning waste wood into bio coal for ArcelorMittal Ghent cuts their use of fossil fuel, which reduces CO2 emissions significantly. It’s a great example of how we can make the production more sustainable. Read more
The urgent race towards a sustainable and resilient industrial sector has taken an big leap forward with the development of an innovative Energy Recovery Plant (ERP). This facility is set to harness the power of syngas, a byproduct from Imerys Graphite & Carbon (IGC), transforming it into a vital energy source for a new electricity generation plant. Read more
The UNITY project marks a major leap forward in sustainable production. Located in Sas van Gent, the Netherlands, this innovative facility by ENOUGH is pioneering the movement toward zero-waste in the industrial sector. With a focus on mycoprotein—a high-quality, meat substitute—the project stands as a testament to what is possible when environmental responsibility is placed at the core of industrial innovation. Read more
De Vlaamse Waterweg nv, the city of Bruges, and the AWV have presented the approved concept. Sweco's integrated and high-quality approach has led to this preferred concept. The new Kruispoort Bridge will be moved approximately 90 meters and transformed into a deck bridge for smoother navigation. Read more
On May 13, 2024, contractor TM ROCO started the construction of the Canal Tunnels. Sweco's engineering expertise is being used for the study work. Thanks to a closed Ring, we are creating a robust traffic system that will improve mobility in the Antwerp region. Read more
With the Renovation Pact, Flanders aims to obtain an EPC-A label for its housing property by 2050. Sweco developed a calculation model that presents each individual municipality with a monitoring trajectory to the end goal. A data model shows which measures give the quickest and most return. Read more
The new bridge on Hector Henneaulaan in Zaventem is part of the broader redevelopment of the Ring around Brussels. Sweco, commissioned by De Werkvennootschap, was responsible for the design, permits, tender dossier, and tender procedure. Read more
Interparking is ambitiously driving towards the electrification of its parking facilities. By 2027, the goal is to equip 4400 of its parking spaces in Belgium with charging stations. Sweco is playing a key role in supporting Interparking's vision by providing analytical and technical guidance throughout the realization of these comprehensive studies. Read more