Welcome to Flanders..and discover Limburg as a gateway to innovation
https://www.vlaio.be/en/content/welcome-flanders-where-innovation-thrives Flanders has built a international reputation as one of Europe’s most dynamic regions for innovation, technology and entrepreneurship.But what makes the ecosystem truly unique is not only the concentration of world-class research and industry, but the way innovation it is connected across the region
That is exactly what the Guided Flanders Tech Tours (24–25 March 2026) offer: two days of immersive visits, direct access to leading companies, and a first-hand look at the infrastructure driving Europe’s green, digital and health transitions.
Whether you are an international professional working in Flanders, a business leader exploring expansion opportunities, an investor looking for emerging ecosystems, or a company searching for the right innovation partners, this is a unique opportunity to experience the economic future of Flanders up close.
Three thematic tracks – one shared ambition
Participants can choose between three high-impact tours, focusing on circular industry and climate solutions, health innovation, and digital excellence. Each track combines site visits, demonstrations and networking with some of the strongest innovation actors in the region.
Limburg: one of the innovation regions of Flanders
Limburg is one of the regions contributing to Flanders’ thriving innovation ecosystem, with key hubs in energy, digital technology and health. The tours include key stops in Limburg, such as:
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Thor Park & EnergyVille (Genk) – at the heart of Flanders’ energy transition
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Health Campus Limburg DC & BioVille (Hasselt) – a fast-growing hub for life sciences and digital health
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Corda Campus (Hasselt) – Limburg’s thriving digital entrepreneurship ecosystem
These are places where international partnerships are already taking shape — and where future opportunities are being built.
More than visits: a chance to connect
Beyond the programme itself, the Tech Tours are designed to bring people together: innovators, investors, companies and international talent.
For those considering a move, an investment, or stronger ties with the Flemish economy, this is a rare chance to step inside the ecosystem — and meet the people shaping it.