The Board of Directors of in BW, the intermunicipal economic development organisation for Walloon Brabant, has appointed Laurent Dauge as the successor to Baudouin le Hardy de Beaulieu in the post of General Manager. After 12 years at the head of the intermunicipal association, le Hardy invited the Board of Directors a few months ago to take the necessary steps to prepare for his replacement. His successor will take up his post very soon. Laurent Dauge, a civil engineer by training, is currently Managing Director of the southern region of the Renewi Belgium group (merger of the Shanks and Van Ganswinkel companies). His personality, his 28 years of experience in the environmental sector and his background in various management positions are all assets for Walloon Brabant.
David Rowan on How Technology is Shaping the Future of Real Estate
International Top Speaker David Rowan Teaches the Real Estate Sector How to Adapt to Rapid Technological Change.
Steven Delva – A Smart Balance Between Ecology and Economy
Ahead of Futurebuild Belgium, we spoke with a man who operates at the very top of his field. Landscape Architect Steven Delva shares how entrepreneurship can empower nature to do its job.
Breaking Down Silos: Why Building and Real Estate Must Work Together – Caroline Deiteren
The construction and real estate sectors are facing tough times, with no immediate improvement in sight. Activity is slowing down, despite the pressing societal challenges that require building, renovating, demolishing, and rebuilding. While there is rightful concern about the manufacturing industry, the importance and potential of the construction sector are being heavily underestimated. Embracing construction innovation can drive additional growth, benefiting everyone involved. The government, construction, and real estate sectors must tackle this together.
From Roofs to Neighborhoods: Kristof Eggermont of Ortelius on the Future of Sustainable Building
“The built environment in our country accounts for 20% of emissions. Through innovative solutions such as heat pumps and solar panels, we can not only drastically reduce CO₂ emissions but also create value for the real estate sector and society,” says Kristof Eggermont.
Revive founder Nicolas Bearelle on sustainable construction
“Sustainability truly doesn’t have to be more expensive than the classical patterns. Innovation and technology can help the real estate sector – and therefore consumers – reduce costs”, says Nicolas Bearelle, founder of project developer Revive. In the lead-up to Futurebuild Belgium, the trade show that spotlights sustainability and innovation, Realty Talks spoke with one of the undisputed pioneers of sustainability in the sector.
“More than ever, it is about the right investments in land” – Jo De Wolf
2024 was not an easy year for the world of logistics real estate either, especially as a listed company. Jo De Wolf, CEO of Montea, is cautiously optimistic, as well as realistic, about 2025. A lower interest rate can and will give the entire real estate sector some much-needed breathing room. He feels downright optimistic about the longer term. It is simply impossible to put off investments indefinitely, especially in infrastructure, residential construction and logistics.
