NEWS FROM THE NETWORK

Curious about what the Belgian Chambers of Commerce do, both in Belgium and abroad? Then you’ve come to the right place!

Here you will find inspiring stories, helpful insights and opportunities that open doors. A peek into the vibrant network of the Chambers, the people and ideas that are shaping the future of our economy.

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This was 2025 for Belgian Chambers

In our new Activity Report, we look back on a remarkable year marked by milestones, collaborations, and international connections.

Belgian Chambers continues to expand

We are delighted to welcome two new Belgian Chambers of Commerce abroad to our international network.

Local Chambers building the regions of tomorrow

Several Chambers of Commerce are developing long-term strategies to strengthen their regions and prepare them for tomorrow’s challenges.

Equal opportunities and practical regulation

The European Pay Transparency Directive raises important questions regarding its practical implementation and its impact on businesses.

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Belgian Chambers at Golden Bridge Award

This landmark edition marked 25 years of excellence in cross‑border trade and investment between Belgium, Luxembourg and the United Kingdom.

MEET A BLCCA in South Africa

In our MEET A BLCCA series we spoke with Claudine Vandenabeele, General Manager of the Belgian Chamber of Commerce in South Africa.

Get Your Qualified Electronic Signature

The Belgian Chambers of Commerce are expanding their long standing cooperation with GlobalSign: companies can now also obtain a Qualified Electronic Signature (QES) through the Chamber of Commerce.

Trade policy uncertainty increasingly weighs

According to a recent analysis by Eurochambres this uncertainty surrounding trade policy is now having a clear and growing dampening effect on business investment across Europe.

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New Year’s message 2026

We wish you joyful end-of-year celebrations and a happy, healthy and prosperous 2026.

30 entrepreneurs in the European Parliament

The objective was to clearly convey business priorities to representatives of the European Union.

Chambers Export Day 2025

Together, we brought together 21 entrepreneurs, resulting in no fewer than 63 one-to-one meetings with bilateral chambers of commerce.

Chambers Meet Students

During a lively evening session, students had the opportunity to engage directly with representatives of the Chambers of Commerce.

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BLCCA Academy 2025 – learning & growing

The BLCCA Academy is the annual gathering of the chambers abroad (BLCCA) and their partners. The 2025 edition set a new record with the highest number of participants ever.

Belgian Chambers celebrates 150 years

On Thursday 25 September 2025, Belgian Chambers marked a very special milestone: its 150th anniversary. The anniversary was not just about history – it was also about the future.

Voka – KvK Mechelen-Kempen in Melbourne

Voka – KvK Mechelen-Kempen brought the Vokaverse to the global stage at the World Chambers Congress in Melbourne. The jury selected the Vokaverse as one of the most innovative chamber projects worldwide.

Frank Beckx, the new CEO of VOKA

Since September, Frank Beckx has been at the helm of Voka, the Flemish network of enterprises. For many, he is a familiar face: as the former director of Voka’s Knowledge and Lobbying Center

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Belgian Chambers 150th anniversary

Trade has been driving us forward for centuries… and that will never change. This year, we are celebrating a special milestone: the Federation of Belgian Chambers of Commerce is celebrating its 150th anniversary.

AVED & IHK Ostbelgien are merging

With this step, the two oldest and most respected employers’ organizations in the German-speaking Community are joining forces under the name AVED-IHK Ostbelgien.

New faces on our board of directors

This not only means giving a warm welcome to several new board members, but also a moment to say goodbye to some familiar faces.

Belgium in the World Chambers Federation

On 30 June 2025, the World Chambers Federation (WCF) announced the new composition of the General Council for the period 2025–2028.