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From grey to green: combat flooding in Walloon municipalities

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In 2021, the wake of the floods that swept through Liège, Verviers, Trooz, La-Roche-en-Ardenne, and Rendeux among others, a visionary initiative has taken root. A framework-contract mission has been set in motion together with Wallonia's Public Services (SPW) and Sweco, driven by a holistic approach to urbanistic and hydrologic challenges. This mission aims to offer guidance and support, serving as a source of assistance for municipalities dealing with the aftermath of natural disasters. Read more

From grey to green: demineralization Brussels

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Brussels Mobility, the regional mobility and infrastructure agency, is orchestrating a remarkable shift in the renewal of regional roads. Beyond mere pathways for vehicles, these roads are becoming corridors for a climate-adaptive and healthier city. Let's explore how Brussels Mobility is leading the change in turning concrete jungles into green oases, focusing on biodiversity, water management, and overall quality of life. Read more

From grey to green: transformation of the Drongenplein in Ghent

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The Drongenplein in Ghent has emerged as a captivating green space full of meeting spots and recreational items. The redesign of the square is the outcome of a design study that aimed to honor the location's functionality and aesthetic expectations. Sweco collaborated on all the sub facets of this multidisciplinary project. Read more

From grey to green: transformation of City Park ‘De Motten’

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In the heart of the historical center of Tongeren, a transformative vision has unfolded, turning the once-neglected Jeker River into a vibrant focal point of the community. The sports and recreation park ‘De Motten’ has become an example of the benefits of harnessing water to enhance climate resilience and the overall quality of life. Read more

Engineering work on transformation of N8 highway in full swing

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Sweco is busy preparing for the thorough redevelopment of the N8 highway as it passes through the municipalities of Alveringem, Lo-Reninge and Vleteren. From the border with Veurne/Alveringem to the centre of Oostvleteren, an 11-kilometre stretch of the National Route is to be transformed with safety and practicality in mind. Read more

Kleine Nete meanders through the Olens Broek nature reserve

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The re-meandering of the Kleine Nete in Herentals is a blessing for biodiversity and the rewetting of Flanders. It is part of the integral river restoration programme of the Kleine Nete and is part of the Blue Deal, the Flemish government's plan to tackle drought and flooding. Sweco's Waterways team was commissioned by the VMM to take care of the design, the preparation of the environmental permit and the tender dossier. Read more

Where is ‘Batman’ hiding in the city of Antwerp?

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Bats are fascinating animals that have captured our imagination for centuries. How common they are in the Antwerp city centre, the area within the Ring Road, is part of Sweco's fauna and flora inventory study. This study is commissioned by the City of Antwerp. Read more

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