Port of Antwerp-Bruges

Celebrating #WorldWaterDay with a commitment to sustainable port operations! 🌊 At Port of Antwerp-Bruges, water is at the heart of our operations. As a leading port, we are committed to safeguarding our waterways while driving innovation and sustainability. Our ambitions are aligned with the EU Mission "Restore our Ocean and Waters" and focus on three major topics: ✅ Navigable docks at all times – maintaining sufficient water levels to guarantee safe and efficient vessel access. ✅ Sustainable water use – encouraging responsible water consumption and disposal among (industrial) companies operating in the port. ✅ High water quality – preserving the ecological balance and ensuring clean and healthy docks. By integrating cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, we aim to reduce our environmental footprint, enhance operational efficiency and foster stronger connections with our local communities. On World Water Day, we highlight our efforts to preserve and protect our most valuable resource: WATER 💧 Join us in celebrating World Water Day by recognizing the importance of sustainable practices in port operations. Together, we can make a difference and ensure a brighter future for our waterways! Read more about the EU Mission "Restore our Ocean and Waters" on https://bit.ly/3FCPoo5. #WorldWaterDay #PortOfAntwerpBruges #Innovation #Sustainability #FutureReady #ResearchAndInnovation #MaritimeIndustry

Gisteren, 18 maart, kwam de nieuwe raad van bestuur van Port of Antwerp-Bruges voor de eerste keer samen. Met de recente gemeenteraadsverkiezingen hebben de gemeenteraden van Antwerpen en Brugge hun vertegenwoordigers aangeduid. Welkom aan onze nieuwe en hernieuwde bestuurders, onze voorzitter Johan Klaps en ondervoorzitter Dirk De fauw. We kijken ernaar uit om samen verder te bouwen aan de toekomst! Meer info over de alle bestuursleden vind je op https://lnkd.in/e4kkTKfx. #RaadVanBestuur #PortOfAntwerpBruges #PortOfTheFuture

Early 2024, we received an unexpected visitor in our port. This cute #puffin hitched a ride on a ship’s deck and journeyed as far as Antwerp. 😍 Fortunately, the little animal was healthy and was released back into the wild after a thorough wash at the Wildlife Rescue Centre Ostend. Each day, hundreds of thousands of tonnes of goods move through Port of Antwerp-Bruges. What happens when that cargo contains other exotic visitors such as spiders or other insects? Find out on https://lnkd.in/e7sqdnDF. 📷 © Wildlife Rescue Centre Ostend

As the wind blows, so goes the Bow Olympus! 🌬️This week, the chemical tanker of the Norwegian shipping company Odfjell SE underwent a major upgrade at EDR Antwerp Shipyard. The sail developer bound4blue has customised innovative suction sails for the vessel. These are hard sails that harness wind energy to propel the ship. This technology reduces the vessel's emissions and contributes to more sustainable tanker shipping. ♻️ The Bow Olympus will be fitted with four suction sails, each 22 metres long. By the end of the week, the tanker will depart with the new sails for a second maiden trip across the Atlantic. 🌊 More details ⬇️! #SustainablePort #Sails #InnovationIsKey

#CrewMember Working on a cruise ship can be intense, and no one knows that better than Luana (29)! Taking a quick break in the Portside lounge in Zeebrugge, she enjoys a rare moment to herself. ☕⏸️ “I’ve been working onboard the MSC Preziosa as a program hostess since October 2024,” says the Brazilian crew member. “With my colleagues, I put together the daily program for guests. 📰 Think of it as a newspaper with some short sections, interviews, and practical info about discounts and events.” Curious about the best part of her job? Read her full story on 🚢 https://bit.ly/41GtMyv. MSC Cruises #PortsideLounge #Cruises

From 3 to 7 March, a delegation from our port took part in the Belgian economic mission to India. As a key strategic partner, India plays a vital role thanks to its strong industrial capacity, fast-growing economy, and commitment to renewable energy. ♻️ During the mission, GH2 India, Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT) and Belgian Hydrogen Council signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support policy development for hydrogen and alternative energy sources. In addition, we had the honour of hosting several events, including the ‘Excellence Through Sangam’ gala alongside Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT). In the presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid, we celebrated the strong partnerships between our two countries and our shared ambitions for a global sustainable future. We are looking forward to more partnerships and would like to thank everyone for their valuable participation during the economic mission. APEC-Antwerp/Flanders Port Training Center, Port of Antwerp-Bruges International #India #EconomicMission #Partnerships

No, we won’t colour all things pink today. That is not what International Women’s Day is about. At all. Sure thing women are, unfortunately, underrepresented in the port business. Do we want more women in nautical and technical jobs? Yes! 🙌 Is that easy to achieve? No! 🥺 At the Port of Antwerp-Bruges port authorities, only 15% of over 1000 people working in the operations department is a woman. Not unlogical when you know girls and women are underrepresented in STEM education. So it is not easy to get that figure balanced. Projects such as project Olivia by agentschap Maritieme Dienstverlening en Kust (MDK) try to #AccelerateAction and get things right: https://lnkd.in/enemu4HD. So, women in the port business: Let you be heard! 👇 #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomensDay

Multimodal transport? That’s our sport! 🏁 Whether by rail, water or fast overnight. Just like a triathlete, we are trained to excel in every discipline to get your cargo where you want it. Speed, frequency, reliability, or efficiency… What’s the perfect match for your cargo? 🤔 Find your ideal route with the Routescanner on 🗺️ https://lnkd.in/edmXVQBt. Ready, set, go! #MultimodaltranSPORT #Connectivity

Develop your project at Europe’s gateway! 🗺️ The Maritime Logistics Zone in the outer port of Zeebrugge offers a strategic location and international connectivity for distribution, storage and fast-moving goods. From 27 February to 9 May 2025, the port launches a tendering process for interested companies to invest in this 8.5-hectare site. 📝 The tender focuses on logistics projects related to deep-sea and short-sea activities. More details and registration on 🚢 https://lnkd.in/e7FqYD5C. #MaritimeLogisticsZone #Shortsea #Deepsea

The European Commission’s Clean Industrial Deal is out. Now it’s time to act. One year after the launch of the Antwerp Declaration, 400 business leaders, industry and worker representatives from across Europe met in Antwerp to discuss the just-published #CleanIndustrialDeal with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The message is clear: #DelivertheDeal! Port of Rotterdam