Antwerp’s open welcoming attitude makes it easy to get in touch with people and to access an extensive network of local partners. We connect you to the right people, such as service providers, experts, stakeholders, future attendees, and local industry and government contacts. Antwerp empowers personal connections, so that your conference or event is a glowing success.
Antwerp has a very wide range of hotels, restaurants and venues – at a wide variety of prices, yet all offering the highest standards. Even in the heart of the city, eating, sleeping and exploring are budget-friendly, while still providing an excellent experience.
Antwerp is a leading innovation hub. The city hosts one of the world's major ports and the world’s second-largest chemical cluster. Bolstered by a network of hospitals and research institutions, innovation in healthcare flourishes here. The city is also the world’s diamond capital and enjoys a unique status in international fashion and retail. Antwerp’s development and sustainability efforts are enhanced by digital innovation and smart mobility initiatives.
Led by the ‘Smart Ways to Antwerp’ digital platform; smart mobility drives Antwerp's smart city agenda, streamlining travel options through data-driven solutions. Ambitious projects like ‘The Big Link’ further the city's commitment to smart infrastructure – the project aims to shift transportation modalities through extensive investments in roads, cycling paths, tram lines, and green spaces.
Antwerp's dedication to mobility innovation extends to urban health as well – initiatives like the master plan for the Scheldt Quays, which prioritises green spaces and ecological development, underscore the city's commitment to fostering a healthier environment for all of its residents and visitors.
